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The Kept Man of the Princess Knight, Vol. 3 (manga)

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Could Matthew's friend Sterling be behind the "Release" that's been spreading through the city? The thought does not inspire anger, sadness, or compassion in Matthew, but rather resolve. He will continue down the path he's chosen for himself, no matter what. A path devoted to the... Read More
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Could Matthew's friend Sterling be behind the "Release" that's been spreading through the city? The thought does not inspire anger, sadness, or compassion in Matthew, but rather resolve. He will continue down the path he's chosen for himself, no matter what.

A path devoted to the woman he's given his whole life for—his princess knight. Don't miss the final installment in the series!

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9798855424225

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 08 January 2026

Country: United States

Imprint: Yen Press

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 188.0mm

Weight: 200g

Pages: 192

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