瞳・元気 [Hitomi Genki Kingdom] #1

A lovely opener to this shojo series from Hakusensha, volume one sets the tone with a cover rendered in soft, airy blues — a cheerful short-haired girl and a tall, composed young man standing close together, their gentle body language hinting at the warmth and tension of a budding relationship. Creator Fujisaki Mao brings a clean, expressive line style to the character designs, giving both figures a natural ease that draws you right into their world. If you're a fan of school-life romance manga with an inviting, understated charm, this is a very appealing place to start.