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Common-Sense Monster, Vol. 1
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Socially awkward teenager Itou is jealous of her kind, unassuming classmate Takahashi who gets along with everyone. One day, however, she witnesses Takahashi...devour someone whole. It turns out the girl is actually a monster—and one who can blend in with humans, no less! Full of admiration,...
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Socially awkward teenager Itou is jealous of her kind, unassuming classmate Takahashi who gets along with everyone. One day, however, she witnesses Takahashi...devour someone whole. It turns out the girl is actually a monster—and one who can blend in with humans, no less!
Full of admiration, Itou really, really wants to be her friend. Takahashi begins to teach her how to act normally, but...will Itou succeed? And what is Takahashi truly after?
Common-Sense Monster, Vol. 1 explores themes of friendship, identity, and the complexities of fitting in when you may not be quite what you seem.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9798855411249
Publisher: Little, Brown & Company
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 18 September 2025
Country: United States
Imprint: Yen Press
Audience: General / adult, Children
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 18.0mm
Width: 126.0mm
Height: 190.0mm
Weight: 200g
Pages: 208
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