{"title":"Hazuki Takeoka","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHazuki Takeoka\u003c\/strong\u003e crafts engaging graphic novels that blend heartfelt storytelling with expressive artwork. Readers can expect narratives rich in emotional depth, often exploring complex relationships and personal growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWith a keen eye for character development and a distinctive visual style, Takeoka’s works invite readers into intimate, compelling worlds. Fans of nuanced drama and captivating illustrations will find much to appreciate in this collection.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chasing-after-aoi-koshiba-4-by-hazuki-takeoka-9781646513581","title":"Chasing After Aoi Koshiba 4","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA yuri romance about the intense feelings of youth, and the perspective and regrets that adulthood can bring, for fans of manga like \u003cem\u003eBloom Into You\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem\u003eOrange\u003c\/em\u003e. From the creator of \u003cem\u003eMasamune-kun's Revenge\u003c\/em\u003e Hazuki Takeoka and acclaimed yuri artist Fly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFour years have gone by and Sahoko still yearns for her high school love, Aoi. Flashback to the summer of their second year of high school—a bubbly yet still gawky teen, Sahoko, meets the super-hot Aoi at the sports festival. The two develop a close bond, but their relationship stalls. Sahoko now anxiously waits for Aoi at their high school reunion, reminiscing about their fateful kiss. Can Sahoko finally reconcile her feelings for Aoi?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Penguin Random House NZ","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47462690619628,"sku":"9781646513581","price":30.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/9781646513581-chasing-after-aoi-koshiba-4.jpg?v=1775021249"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/hazuki-takeoka.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}