ひつじの涙 [Hitsuji no Namida] #1

Published under Hakusensha's beloved 花とゆめ COMICS imprint, this opening volume of Hitsuji no Namida ("Tears of the Sheep") introduces readers to a warm, expressive young heroine rendered in a soft, appealing shōjo style — her bright amber eyes and cheerful red bow tie suggesting a story with both heart and spirit. The cover's playful collage of overlapping text in the background gives the design a lively, contemporary feel that draws the eye straight to her gentle smile. A promising start to what looks like an emotionally engaging series from creator 日高万里 (Mari Hidaka).