The Devil Is a Part-Timer!, Vol. 8 (light novel)

Name: The Devil Is a Part-Timer!, Vol. 8 (light novel)
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9780316473910
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By Hachette US and Satoshi Wagahara and 29 (Oniku)

Series: The Devil Is a Part-Timer!

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In The Devil Is a Part-Timer!, Vol. 8, Emi embarks on a journey to Ente Isla alongside Alas Ramus. Meanwhile, Maou remains in Japan, determined to obtain his driver's licence to aid his work at MgRonald. However, when Emi's return is delayed, Maou becomes increasingly anxious, leading to a failed driving exam. His worries escalate upon encountering a peculiar duo who seem oddly out of place in Japan—might they hold secrets about Emi's whereabouts?
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Emi's going to Ente Isla with Alas Ramus! Still in Japan, Maou decides to get his driver's license for his work at MgRonald, but he can't help worrying when Emi's return date passes without her arrival. After his apprehension causes him to bomb his exam, the Devil King meets a strange pair strangely unsuited to Japan... Could they know something about Emi?!

The Devil Is a Part-Timer!, Vol. 8 (light novel) by Hachette US, Satoshi Wagahara, and 029 (Oniku) continues the story with twists that keep you engaged. Don't miss this volume in the thrilling series!

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The Devil Is a Part-Timer!, Vol. 8 (light novel)

Emi's going to Ente Isla with Alas Ramus! Still in Japan, Maou decides to get his driver's license for his work at MgRonald, but he can't help worrying when Emi's return date passes without her arrival. After his apprehension causes him to bomb his exam, the Devil King meets a strange pair strangely unsuited to Japan... Could they know something...

By Hachette US and Satoshi Wagahara and 29 (Oniku)

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780316473910

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 22 August 2017

Country: United States

Imprint: Yen Press

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 8.0mm

Width: 134.0mm

Height: 204.0mm

Weight: 220g

Pages: 208

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About the Author

029 (Oniku) is the illustrator for the series The Devil is a Part-timer! Satoshi Wagahara is the author behind the hilarious fantasy light novel series, The Devil is a Part-timer!

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