Black Bird #9

Kanoko Sakurakouji's supernatural shojo series continues with this striking volume, its cover showcasing a brooding, dark-haired young man in an open black garment, his chest bearing a vivid blue floral mark and faint drops of blood — imagery that perfectly captures the series' blend of beauty and danger. Surrounding him, lush golden chrysanthemum-like blooms and silhouetted birds drift through a pale blue background, giving the whole composition an elegant, otherworldly atmosphere. Fans of romantic fantasy manga will find this Shojo Beat volume every bit as visually arresting as the volumes that came before it.