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Yurara, a young woman navigating high‑school life, becomes the target of a haunting stalker when her protective guardian spirit departs. This graphic novel blends supernatural intrigue with the coming‑of‑age struggles of adolescence, offering a tense and emotionally charged story set among spirits, psychics, and the unseen forces that shape the lives of youth.
Readers are drawn into Yurara’s growing fear and resilience, as she battles both an invisible threat and the inner doubts that accompany growing up. Alongside the eerie tension, the narrative explores the bonds between humans and their supernatural guardians in a fresh, visually engaging format.
First publish date: 2007
Genre: Comics & Graphic Novels/Manga
Authors: Chika Shiomi
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