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Library Wars: Love & War 4 (Library Wars: Love & War #4)
by
Kiiro Yumi ,
Hiro Arikawa
In the near future, the federal government creates a committee to rid society of books it deems unsuitable. The libraries vow to protect their collections, and with the help of local governments, form a military group to defend themselves--the Library Forces!
Iku and Commander Inamine are abducted by Bakushu-kai terrorists, who demand sensitive material from the library's p...more
Iku and Commander Inamine are abducted by Bakushu-kai terrorists, who demand sensitive material from the library's p...more
Paperback, 200 pages
Published
March 1st 2011
by VIZ Media LLC
(first published September 4th 2009)
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The story just get better and better. We pick up with the kidnapping of General Inamine and Iku. Dojo worries and remembers when he first met Iku. We get more insight into Dojo's feelings for Iku as well as his hard nose attitude which developed as a result of their fated meeting. We also have the thread of Iku's parents continue. The bonus manga are hysterical as well as the 4 panel extras. I can't wait to read the next installment.
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Reason for Reading: next in the series.
Ahhhhh. This is my favourite volume in the series so far! The Commander of the library forces is kidnapped by the terrorists who want sensitive library material in exchange for his return. The Commander is in a wheelchair and Iku is right beside him when the kidnapping happens so she jumps in along with them saying she will look after the Commander. An exciting situation, with secret maneuvers and a final battle that leads us only to the middle of the book!...more
Ahhhhh. This is my favourite volume in the series so far! The Commander of the library forces is kidnapped by the terrorists who want sensitive library material in exchange for his return. The Commander is in a wheelchair and Iku is right beside him when the kidnapping happens so she jumps in along with them saying she will look after the Commander. An exciting situation, with secret maneuvers and a final battle that leads us only to the middle of the book!...more
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In this volume, Iku manages to send a message to Library headquarters in code to tell them where she and the Director are being held. So they are quickly saved. It is finally revealed (although I guessed a few volumes ago) that Dojo is Iku's mysterious prince from a few years ago, that saved her in the bookstore and rescued her book from the MBC. It turns out he was punished severely for what he did, and when he saw her a few years later at the interview to get into training for the Task Force,...more
The reader finally gets the "official" story of Iku's prince and of course it is more funny than romantic! Iku and Dojo share more precious moments together but of course nothing comes of it! :-) When Iku's parents visit, we learn more about her past- however we also see insights with Dojo.
This continues to entertain me. I think Yumi's hints, teases, and ultimate reveals shows her skill with soap opera storytelling. The characters are still likeable, funny, and stereotypically set in their ways...more
This continues to entertain me. I think Yumi's hints, teases, and ultimate reveals shows her skill with soap opera storytelling. The characters are still likeable, funny, and stereotypically set in their ways...more
I don't generally award 5 stars, but I enjoyed this volume from cover to cover! I loved Dojo's reminiscing about Iku -- how he interviewed her for the Library Task Force. I really like the way their relationship continues to develop; it's very natural and believable. And Iku is a bit of a ditz, but she's smart and courageous and determined!
I really loved the way Komaki's character got to shine in this volume. He has a lot of depth; he's more than just the friendly side-kick.
Can't wait for Volum...more
I really loved the way Komaki's character got to shine in this volume. He has a lot of depth; he's more than just the friendly side-kick.
Can't wait for Volum...more
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This is my current favorite ongoing manga series. I love the concept, and the way the issues with censorship are presented do not bog down the story. It’s a little more action oriented than many shojo manga, but this suits both the plot and the combination of drama and comedy. I love the characters. The core cast is incredibly engaging, and their dynamics make for both great comedy and great drama. There are currently six volumes released in North America. The seventh volume is due out in early...more
Mar 11, 2011
Sarah Maddaford
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Shelves:
belton,
modern,
near-future,
political,
romance,
sci-fi,
war,
young-adult,
manga,
need-to-read-something-else-first
Having seen the 12 episode anime series since reading the first three novels, there are a couple key differences between the two. For one, the two kids fighting against the parents' group trying to take their books away are not in the anime. This means that the picture of Iku at that meeting is not the one she is trying to hide from her parents. Also, and a much bigger spoiler for this volume: Dojo's point-of-view is rarely shown in the anime. We never see how he saw Iku on the day he saved her...more
I'd say it's more like 3.5 stars for me. I am enjoying the humor of these manga. The story over 4 volumes so far, has become more character-driven than I thought it would at first. It's an enjoyable little romance, for all that there are some elements that strike me as inappropriate, I guess owing to cultural norms. But, I will keep reading them. I know Iku will continue to entertain me. And I have come to enjoy Komaki's sideline commentary quite a lot too.
I love this series because of the story and the characters. The story is interesting and the idea of censorship that it brings out makes a great stroy. I love the characters and the fact that they are genuine and complicated. I think this book was a little better than the earlier ones because it shows more of the other characters' POV. Definitely a great series and I can't wait to start book 5.
This series seems just about rapped up in the romance area but I don't think it will end after book 5. The war isn't over and there are still a few characters left to develop and pair up. Also what I like in the book is that it still has action along with romance and everything else. Overall I think this series is great and highly recommend this for anyone who likes good funny manga.
I get such a kick out of this series. In volume 4, the characters seemed to have settled in a bit and they are finally progressing further. Iku is living up to her potential. We get some interesting scenes from Dojo's point of view and the romantic element takes a little hop forward. Volume 4 picks up directly from where volume 3 left off so don't start with this one!
There was a big "twist" in the middle of the manga, and while you could see it coming from Vol.1, it was still adorably sweet.
This volume and last deals more with Iku's relationship in her parents, in which she doesn't tell them she's a combatant. It's well-played, although I personally don't agree with her stance.
This volume and last deals more with Iku's relationship in her parents, in which she doesn't tell them she's a combatant. It's well-played, although I personally don't agree with her stance.
This volume feels a little bland compared to previous ones, but it remained a fun read anyway. Though I did enjoy the flashbacks, the reveal of Iku's "prince" definitely elicited more of a, "Jeez, FINALLY," reaction from me rather than any kind of surprise or delight. (Maybe if it hadn't been hinted like a ton of bricks from the very start...ah, well.)
Still liking the series a lot overall! And now for the quest to find Volume 5.
Still liking the series a lot overall! And now for the quest to find Volume 5.
No no n o p e I can't even with how utterly and completely perfect Iku and Dojo are for each other. This is my favorite volume so far, especially for the Iku/Dojo scenes and the big revelation about a certain someone's secret prince. The bonus manga with the puppy was too cute.
I felt like this volume wasn't as strong as volume 2 & 3, but the author is trying to transition into the next storyline so I suppose it's not that surprising. I guess it's a continuing story, I think maybe it should have been a limited series, but I'll keep with it for now.
Oct 05, 2012
Stargirl (Shoujo and YA Banter/Vocaloid Fanatic)
rated it
5 of 5 stars
Shelves:
manga,
shoujo-manga
I loved this volume. The interactions between Dojo and Kasurahara (right?) and slowly budding romance are just too cute. Also: Dojo and PUPPY!!! <3 This series needs more love. And a kiss between Dojo and MC. Sigh I love Dojo <3 So tsundere.
My mixed feelings about this series continue. Sometimes I love it. Sometimes I'm shocked by how popular it is. Mostly I'm just sick of Dojo having to save Iku at least once, usually twice in every single volume.
After that cliff-hanger ending last volume, I was glad to see that the intensity never let up. Also, I found out who Iku's Prince was (and I was totally RIGHT!) which was sweet. Also, the romantic tension heats-up a bit, but there is still no pay-off (but it was close there for a second). A visit by Iku's parents (who don't get her at all and don't know that she is a member of the Task Force) make things tense there.
Finally, I love the little cute bonus manga stories at the end of each volume....more
Finally, I love the little cute bonus manga stories at the end of each volume....more
Ack! It's a little scary how quickly I've gotten into this series... At least I have the excuse of it being work-related! Gotta' be familiar w/ my patrons' reading interests after all! :D
Dojo's point of view, stressful parent visit, kidnapping--pretty good.
But come on Kasahara--those weren't hard reference questions. Recent magazines? Dude, point to the wall.
But come on Kasahara--those weren't hard reference questions. Recent magazines? Dude, point to the wall.
Oh, okay, I guess I'm officially hooked. Somewhat silly at times, somewhat predictable, but with an interesting premise and characters that have totally grown on me. Hurrah!
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A good volume. The series is progressing nicely. I like the appearance of Iku's parents in this volume, good character development. Can't wait for the next one!
I'm not normally a romance person, but Library Wars has one of the few types of romance that I actually enjoy. Another good issue, with a bit more action
Oct 06, 2011
Amanda
rated it
4 of 5 stars
Shelves:
2011-reads,
alternate-world,
action-adventure,
fiction,
libraries,
love-story,
manga,
relationships,
ya
The cliffhanger was nicely resolved with this volume and brought up and resolved some plot points that had been brought up earlier in the series.
Good grief these are just too freaking adorable. Honestly, I am not even that big of a fan of shogo, but holy crap. These characters are just too cute for words.
Are they that original?
No.
Are the fluffy scenarios that original?
No.
But the dystopian universe is! And that plus the humor makes this manga great!
Are they that original?
No.
Are the fluffy scenarios that original?
No.
But the dystopian universe is! And that plus the humor makes this manga great!
Can't wait to read the manga.
I like how the romance between them is slowly developing!
It isn't either going to fast or slow.
I like how the romance between them is slowly developing!
It isn't either going to fast or slow.
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