Outsiders Vol.2 - by Akira Kanou (Paperback)

Book Synopsis

Experience a world where vampires and werewolves collide in this fantasy thriller. Follow a magical girl navigating hidden realms and dark secrets in a city teeming with supernatural intrigue.

In Outsiders Volume 2, the supernatural underworld becomes even more entangled in everyday life, as Ema and Tamaki's pact thrusts them deeper into a world of intrigue and danger.

To keep an eye on each other, Ema, a high school student, takes up a job at an enigmatic design agency run by the vampire Tamaki. But she quickly learns of its hidden side: it doubles as a shadow detective agency. Partnering with Shin Manabe, a police officer with ties to the werewolf community, they dive into a web of mystery involving supernatural beings concealed among humans. Now, Ema must navigate this dark, hidden world alongside them.

Fans of dark fantasy will relish the gripping fusion of modern life with supernatural elements, featuring intense battles between vampires and werewolves. Akira Kanou's masterful storytelling and intricate world-building shine, blending the ordinary with the extraordinary in a vivid, bustling Japan where fantastical creatures lurk.

Perfect for readers who enjoy a blend of shoujo elements with high-stakes fantasy, this volume presents a young protagonist caught in perilous, otherworldly conflicts. Akira Kanou's stunning artwork captivates with detailed depictions of this shadowy realm and its complex characters.

As Ema's immunity to supernatural powers raises eyebrows, readers will be drawn into a captivating narrative filled with secrets, danger, and the age-old feud between vampires and werewolves. Volume 2 continues the thrilling journey in this five-part series, revealing deeper layers of its dark, enchanting universe.

Review Quotes

"A story full of comedic moments mixed with nature vs nurture themes mixed with some classic Vampire/Werewolf tropes gives us Outsiders." GamingTrend Comics

About the Author

Akira Kanou has been spinning his intricate webs of narratives and world-building since the 2010s. His characters are often complex, and he throws them into unusual situations. Previously he has opted to place characters amidst other-worldly forces, but in his most-recent 2023 release, Shanghai Loser 1, Akira reveals how the savagery of the Mafia can activate the most cunning minds.