Emma: Volume 5

Kaoru Mori writes and draws a look of old england gone by in this really great litte comic / manga which I do recommend if you like real good story and drawn out characters who you can identify with. Never a dull book in this series which has been animated so I look forward to seeing that, along with her new manga which along similar lines. Please try this title out as it is very charming.

In Volume 5 of Emma, we see both Emma and William adjusting to their new lives without one another. However, are they really doing so well while remaining far apart? Volume 5 will certainly leave readers on the edge of their seats, alternately cheering and feeling frustrated by the characters. A true romance, after all, does not occur without obstacles. Volume 5 is a very nice addition to the series, and both the mastery of storytelling and graphic development shine through!

As a huge manga fan I can say this series is one of my favorites. The art work is stunning, a lot is portrayed without words and whole panels devoted a single glance. In this 5th volume our favorite maid returns to Haworth after seeing William in London. William is still engaged to Eleanor, but in love with Emma. Insight is shown into why William's parents were separated quite a bit of the book tells their story. We also meet Eleanor's father and there's a lot of character development. It is a quick and enchanting read, though it leaves you sorely wishing the next book was released sooner than December!