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NO. 6 Manga Omnibus 1 (Vol. 1-3)

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NO. 6 Manga Omnibus 1 (Vol. 1-3) by Atsuko Asano transports readers to a seemingly perfect city where high school student Shion enjoys a privileged life. His world turns upside down after meeting Nezumi, a fugitive boy from outside the city's utopia. This encounter leads Shion on a thrilling journey through dark secrets and conspiracies lurking beneath the city's facade.
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If you enjoy stories set in dystopian worlds with complex characters and intriguing mysteries, you'll be captivated by this graphic novel. Follow the journey of two boys from very different backgrounds as they navigate a city that initially seems utopian but hides dark secrets beneath its surface. You'll appreciate the rich artwork and the engaging narrative that explores themes of friendship, identity, and societal control.

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NO. 6 Manga Omnibus 1 (Vol. 1-3)

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No. 6 Manga Omnibus 1 (Vol. 1-3) by Atsuko Asano is the classic dystopian manga that returns to sweep readers into a story of intrigue and rebellion. Dive into the journey of two boys who uncover a terrible conspiracy, shaking the foundation of City No. 6. This edition is one of three collectible 3-in-1 omnibus volumes and features extra-large pages for an enhanced reading experience.

Includes volumes 1-3.

The tale continues with an elite student named Shion, who lives a seemingly flawless life within the confines of City No. 6, where every aspect of life is meticulously controlled. Shion's life takes an unexpected turn on a stormy night when he offers shelter to an injured young man known only as Rat. As a VCโ€”a fugitive from the tight-knit control of the cityโ€”Rat's presence sparks chaos in Shion's life, leading him on a path to unearth the horrifying truths hidden behind the pristine faรงade of No. 6.

Series: NO. 6 Manga Omnibus

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781646515523

Publisher: Kodansha America, Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 January 2023

Country: United States

Imprint: Kodansha Comics

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Hinoki Kino
  • Illustrated by Hinoki Kino

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 41.0mm

Width: 147.0mm

Height: 206.0mm

Weight: 584g

Pages: 480

About the Author

Born in 1954 in Okayama Prefecture, Atsuko Asano is a Japanese writer whose decades-long career has included penning the children's series Telepathy shojo ran and the manga series The Manzai Comics. Her book series, Battery, received the Noma Prize for Juvenile Literature in 1997, the Shogakukan Children's Publication Culture Award in 2005, and a film adaptation in 2007. Since debuting with No. 6, manga writer and artist Hinoki Kino has gone on to work on series such as Setsuna Graffiti and Bungou Stray Dogs.

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