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Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 1

By Keisuke Makino
Series: Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel)
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Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 1 by Keisuke Makino weaves a unique story set during the space race, where a vampire named Irina is chosen as a test subject for a covert Soviet mission to orbit the Earth. Alongside Lev, a human astronaut trainee, they must confront their differences and the societal challenges against the backdrop of romance and ambition. This intriguing blend of science fiction and love explores the depths of human and vampire perseverance.
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You might enjoy this book if you're intrigued by a unique blend of romance and science fiction set against the backdrop of a space race. Its imaginative storyline combines the mystical allure of vampires with the thrilling challenges of space exploration, creating a fresh and captivating narrative. If you appreciate stories where love transcends extraordinary circumstances, this book could be a perfect fit for you.

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Two cosmonaut hopefuls - one with fangs and one without - reach for the stars in this supernatural science fiction tale that inspired the anime streaming on Funimation!

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A fierce space race between two global superpowers gives rise to the Nosferatu Project, a top-secret plan to train up some unusual cosmonauts—vampires! When Lev Leps, a human soldier, is ordered to supervise vampire test subject Irina Luminesk, the unlikely pair bonds over their shared dream of reaching the stars. Together, can the human and vampire duo rise above the chaos and corruption down on Earth and blast off into the final frontier?

The award-winning, critically acclaimed supernatural sci-fi series! Two cosmonaut hopefuls—one with fangs and one without—reach for the stars in this tale that inspired the anime now streaming on Funimation.

Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 1 explores the bond formed amidst the backdrop of a fierce space race, inviting readers into a thrilling journey filled with dreams and unlikely friendships.

Series: Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel)

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  • Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 1
    A fierce space race between two global superpowers gives rise to the Nosferatu Project, a top-secret plan to train up some unusual cosmonauts—vampires! When Lev Leps, a human soldier, is ordered to supervise vampire test subject Irina Luminesk, the unlikely pair bonds over their shared dream of reaching the stars. Together, can the human and vampire duo rise above the...
    By Keisuke Makino
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    $3000
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  • Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 2
    Day and Night With the Nosferatu Project going smoothly, Private Lev Leps is brought back onto the roster of cosmonaut candidates, relieving him of his duties as vampire Irina’s supervisor. From sunup to sundown, he struggles against his talented rivals in hopes of becoming humanity’s first cosmonaut. But what of Irina? She endures post-flight tests by moonlight, and the powers...
    By Keisuke Makino
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  • Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 4
    Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 4 SPACE FEVER HEATS UP "Fly You to the Moon" is topping pop charts, and UFO reports are sweeping the nation! The world is going wild for outer space, but Arnack's lunar landing plans can't get off the ground. Meanwhile, Arnack One's PR reps, Bart and Kaye, travel to a cutting-edge expo to...
    By Keisuke Makino
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  • Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 5
    Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 5 Terrestrial Turmoil Lev Leps, now vice-director of LAIKA44's training centre, is raising the next generation of cosmonauts alongside vampire instructor Irina Luminesk. They soon discover that the engagement between fellow cosmonauts Mikhail and Roza is a farce concocted by the government to smother news of the space development standstill! Enraged at being...
    By Keisuke Makino
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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781638585763

Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 09 August 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by KAREI

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 17.0mm

Width: 150.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 272g

Pages: 314

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About the Author

Keisuke Makino is a writer in Japan best known for novels, screenplays, and video games, including Irina- The Vampire Cosmonaut, Persona 5, and more. KAREI is an artist in Japan best known for illustrating light novel series such as Irina- The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel).

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  • Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 2
    Day and Night With the Nosferatu Project going smoothly, Private Lev Leps is brought back onto the roster of cosmonaut candidates, relieving him of his duties as vampire Irina’s supervisor. From sunup to sundown, he struggles against his talented rivals in hopes of becoming humanity’s first cosmonaut. But what of Irina? She endures post-flight tests by moonlight, and the powers...
    By Keisuke Makino
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    $4600
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  • Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 4
    Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 4 SPACE FEVER HEATS UP "Fly You to the Moon" is topping pop charts, and UFO reports are sweeping the nation! The world is going wild for outer space, but Arnack's lunar landing plans can't get off the ground. Meanwhile, Arnack One's PR reps, Bart and Kaye, travel to a cutting-edge expo to...
    By Keisuke Makino
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  • Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 5
    Irina: The Vampire Cosmonaut (Light Novel) Vol. 5 Terrestrial Turmoil Lev Leps, now vice-director of LAIKA44's training centre, is raising the next generation of cosmonauts alongside vampire instructor Irina Luminesk. They soon discover that the engagement between fellow cosmonauts Mikhail and Roza is a farce concocted by the government to smother news of the space development standstill! Enraged at being...
    By Keisuke Makino
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