The Rose of Versailles

Riyoko Ikeda’s iconic historical drama returns in this 2020–2021 five-issue series from Udon Comics, collecting the classic tale of Oscar François de Jarjayes, a noblewoman raised as a man to lead the French Royal Guard. Set against the opulent and turbulent backdrop of pre-Revolutionary Versailles, the story blends romance, political intrigue, and tragedy through Ikeda’s distinctive, expressive artwork. This edition reintroduces a foundational work of shojo manga to a new English-language audience, preserving its lush, melodramatic power.