I'm not a frequent reader of manga but this one caught my attention for one main reason: There are no angsty teen-agers or crazed demon-like creatures. Instead this is story is set in the time of the Silk Road. Twenty-year old Amir has been betrothed to Karluk, a boy from another clan who is eight years her junior. They must navigate cultural differences and an attempt by Amir's brothers to repossess her to marry off to someone else. Yes, the characters have the typical manga style big-eyed, pointy chinned appearance. However the drawings of the clothing and lush decor of Karluk's family home are beautifully done. I just might continue reading this series.
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