Books like Wayward, Volume 1 by Jim Zub

Rori Lane attempts to rebuild her life after leaving America, reuniting with her estranged mother in Tokyo. Yet ancient, lurking creatures of the city’s shadows sense a dormant force within Rori, an energy that could tip the balance between her world and a dark, supernatural threat. As the mysterious force awakens, Rori must navigate her new home, unfamiliar friendships, and the pressing danger that shadow her every step. The tension rises as the ancient guardians close in and the secrets of her own hidden power come to light—crafting a story that intertwines teenage angst with epic supernatural battles. "Wayward" pairs the dynamics of adolescence in a bustling metropolis with the stakes of an imaginary war against timeless monsters, offering a fresh take on the superhero and comic‑book genre for young readers.

First publish date: 2015