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Kore Jamazaki

    This author is known for their visually striking works that often explore the complex relationships between humans and the supernatural. Their writing is characterized by a unique aesthetic sensibility and an ability to draw readers into deeply emotional narratives. Emphasis is placed on detailed art and atmosphere that encourages introspective reading. The stories frequently touch upon themes of loneliness, the search for meaning, and the interconnectedness of beings.

    Kore Jamazaki
    The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 8
    The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 7
    The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 2
    The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 6
    The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 4
    The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 5
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 5

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The Ancient Magus' Bride is a supernatural romance manga series that features a fascinating relationship between a troubled teenage girl and an inhuman wizard. Kore Yamazaki combines a fantastical shoujo style with a darker, brooding tone that is reminiscent of shonen hits like Pandora Hearts and Blue Exorcist . The Ancient Magus' Bride is an ongoing manga series that includes captivating artwork and color inserts in each volume.Hatori Chise has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope seems lost, a fated encounter awaits her. When a man with the head of a beast, wielding strange powers, obtains her through a slave auction, Chise's life will never be the same again.The man is a "magus," a sorcerer of great power, who decides to free Chise from the bonds of captivity. The magus then makes a bold statement: Chise will become his apprentice-and his wife!

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 5
      4.5
    • Chise Hatori has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope seems lost, a fateful encounter awaits her. When a man with the head of a beast, wielding strange powers, obtains her through a slave auction, Chise's life will never be the same again. The man is a "magus,"a sorcerer of great power, who decides to free Chise from the bonds of captivity. The magus then makes a bold statement: Chise will become his apprentice-and his bride!

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 4
      4.4
    • The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 6

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The New York Times bestselling series about a gifted young girl and the demonic sorcerer who takes her in. The Ancient Magus' Bride is a supernatural romance manga series that features a fascinating relationship between a troubled teenage girl and an inhuman wizard. Kore Yamazaki combines a fantastical shoujo style with a darker, brooding tone that is reminiscent of shonen hits like Pandora Hearts and Blue Exorcist.The Ancient Magus' Bride is an ongoing manga series that includes captivating artwork and color inserts in each volume.Hatori Chise has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope seems lost, a fated encounter awaits her. When a man with the head of a beast, wielding strange powers, obtains her through a slave auction, Chise's life will never be the same again.The man is a "magus," a sorcerer of great power, who decides to free Chise from the bonds of captivity. The magus then makes a bold statement: Chise will become his apprentice-and his wife!

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 6
      4.4
    • Great power comes at a price... Chise Hatori’s life has recently undergone shocking change. As a sleigh beggy—a person capable of generating and wielding tremendous magical power—she has transformed from an unwanted child to a magician’s apprentice who has been introduced to fae royalty. But Chise’s newly discovered abilities also mean a cruel fate awaits her.

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 2
      4.4
    • The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 7

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The New York Times bestselling series about a gifted young girl and the demonic sorcerer who takes her in The Ancient Magus' Bride is a supernatural romance manga series that features a fascinating relationship between a troubled teenage girl and an inhuman wizard. Kore Yamazaki combines a fantastical shoujo style with a darker, brooding tone that is reminiscent of shonen hits like Pandora Hearts and Blue Exorcist. The Ancient Magus' Bride is an ongoing manga series that includes captivating artwork and color inserts in each volume. Hatori Chise has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope seems lost, a fated encounter awaits her. When a man with the head of a beast, wielding strange powers, obtains her through a slave auction, Chise's life will never be the same again. The man is a "magus," a sorcerer of great power, who decides to free Chise from the bonds of captivity. The magus then makes a bold statement: Chise will become his apprentice--and his wife!

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 7
      4.4
    • THE CURSE Chise may have stopped the dragon’s rampage, but at a great cost: she has been cursed, and a dragon’s curse is unbreakable! Chise and Elias are visited by Marielle the witch, whose fellow witches claim to know the secret to helping Chise. There’s one catch–in exchange for their aid, Chise must join the witches’ coven.

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 8
      4.4
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 1

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The Ancient Magus' Bride is an all-new manga series that features a fascinating relationship between a troubled teenage girl and an inhuman wizard. Enter the Magician's Apprentice Her name is Chise Hatori, a penniless orphan troubled by visions. Sold as a slave to an inhuman mage, she is about to begin a strange new life, filled with magic, fairies, and other beings of a fantastical nature.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 1
      4.3
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride is an ongoing manga series that features a darkly fascinating relationship between a teenage girl and an inhuman wizard. Chise has come face to face with the person responsible for the brutal killings at a nearby churchyard–and to her shock, it’s someone she recognizes from her visions of the tragedy at Ulthar! Appalled by the realization that the alchemist who wrought such horrors is still up to his old tricks, Chise must act to stop him. But in order to control her dangerous powers as a sleigh beggy, she’ll need all the help she can get.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 3
      4.3
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 17

      • 186 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      A New York Times Manga Best Seller! And don’t miss the new spin-off series! Hatori Chise has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love. Far from the warmth of family, she has had her share of troubles and pitfalls. Just when all hope seems lost, a fateful encounter awaits her. When a man with the head of a beast, wielding strange powers, obtains her through a slave auction, Chise’s life will never be the same again. The man is a “magus,” a sorcerer of great power, who decides to free Chise from the bonds of captivity. The magus then makes a bold statement: Chise will become his apprentice–and his bride!

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 17
      4.3
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 18

      • 178 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      A New York Times Manga Best Seller! And don't miss the new spin-off series!Hatori Chise has lived a life full of neglect and abuse, devoid of anything resembling love.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 18
      4.3
    • The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 9

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      A Deal with the Devil Elias hoped to break the deadly draconic curse that weighs upon Chise–but his methods have created a rift between them. Now Chise prepares to make a gamble of her own: What could she possibly hope to gain from a bargain with Cartaphilus? It is a time of curses cast and forks in the road. Will the paths of master and apprentice soon diverge...?

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 9
      4.3
    • This packed guide book to the bestselling manga introduces readers to the characters and story of The Ancient Magus' Bride, and reveals bonus material including early designs, concept art, extra illustrations, and interviews.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Official Guide Book Merkmal
      4.3
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 11

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      NOT ALL HISTORY CAN BE GLEANED FROM BOOKS As Chise and Elias settle into their new roles at the College, old and new allies alike have lessons to teach them both inside and outside the school’s walls. The Church, the Seven Shields, and a motley array of students... Each has mysteries to uncover.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 11
      4.3
    • Frau Faust 3

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      First published in Japan in 2015 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Frau Faust.

      Frau Faust 3
      4.2
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 13

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      The New York Times bestselling series about a gifted young girl and the sorcerer who takes her in - now with an anime adaptation!

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 13
      4.2
    • Frau Faust 2

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      First published in Japan in 2015 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Frau Faust.

      Frau Faust 2
      4.2
    • PAINTING OUTSIDE THE LINES Ao’s life was turned upside down when Giselle swept him out of Paris’ Forgotten City and declared him to be her groom. But with her help he slowly begins to adjust, learning more about himself and his color-based abilities. Not long into his new life, Ao meets a mysterious man named Albert, and is taken by his cheery, laid-back attitude and altruism. But Albert is not what he seems!

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Wizard's Blue Vol. 2
      4.2
    • The New York Times bestselling series about a gifted young girl and the sorcerer who takes her in. Inspired the hit anime!

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 16
      4.2
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 14

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      UNUSUAL SUSPECTS First Lucy was attacked during the College camping trip. Then professor Simeon was caught unawares on the College campus itself. As the victim count begins to rise, it comes to light that a forbidden tome, thought safely stored in the archives, has been stolen–a tome that Elias once glanced through–The Testament of Carnamagos. As the College staff begins to suspect a connection between the two events, Chise and Lucy, a survivor of the Webster Tragedy, must contend with a pack of ravenous werewolves out for their lives!

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 14
      4.2
    • The Annotated Magus Fans of The Ancient Magus’ Bride are sure to love this in-depth guide to its story. Chapter-by-chapter notes provide insight into the author’s intent and the world of the story, covering mythology, magic, and more. This handbook contains spoilers aplenty, and is meant to enhance the reading experience for the first three volumes of the series. If you’re hoping for a deeper examination of the story of Elias and Chise, look no further!

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Supplement I
      4.2
    • The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 12

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      KEEPING SECRETS Many different students from different backgrounds attend the fantastical institution of higher learning known as “The College.” They are the nameless, faceless strangers sitting in the next seat, or living in the next dorm room. As Chise begins to come out of her shell and interact with her classmates, she overhears a certain rumor about her roommate, Lucy...

      The Ancient Magus´ Bride: Vol. 12
      4.2
    • A beautiful new spin-off for the bestselling franchise The Ancient Magus' Bride! Paris, France. Ao is a young orphan of Japanese descent who longs to become an artist. Into his life comes Giselle, a mage who is as powerful—and as inhuman—as Thorn. She sees Ao’s potential and takes him as her groom. Under her wing, he learns about the wider world and all the colors in it. An all-new The Ancient Magus’ Bride spin-off!

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Wizard's Blue Vol. 1
      4.1
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 10

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      HIGHER LEARNINGNow that Cartaphilus has chosen to enter a long slumber, peace has finally returned to the little cottage west of London. But it’s not long before a message arrives for Chise: an invitation to join the college, a society of alchemists. Deep beneath the British Library, the curtain rises on a new story set on a new stage. There, human children learn, think, and grow…but what of those who are inhuman?

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Vol. 10
      4.1
    • Frau Faust 4

      • 160 pages
      • 6 hours of reading

      First published in Japan in 2015 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Frau Faust.

      Frau Faust 4
      4.1
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 15

      • 180 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      LOCKDOWN! As the College continues its desperate search for The Testament of Carnamagos, the danger has grown so dire that the Vice-Chancellor has decided to put the College in lockdown until Christmas. Through their shared plight, Chise and her classmates come to know more about each other. Thanks to their experiences in the Abandoned Hall, they all begin to change, whether they like it or not. Some grow closer, while others begin drifting apart.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 15
      4.1
    • Frau Faust 5

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      First published in Japan in 2017 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Frau Faust volume 4.

      Frau Faust 5
      4.0
    • The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 19

      • 178 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Exploring the complexities of human relationships and the process of moving on, this narrative delves into the emotional struggles of its characters as they confront their pasts. Themes of closure, forgiveness, and self-discovery are woven throughout the story, highlighting the transformative power of acceptance. As the characters navigate their intertwined lives, they learn valuable lessons about love, loss, and the importance of letting go. The book offers a poignant reflection on the journey toward healing and renewal.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride Vol. 19
      4.0
    • All That GlittersJack and Larry have accepted a job from the mage Echos to retrieve a stolen dragon egg. With both human and fae help, they learn of an actress held captive in a run-down theater and the “gemstone” necklace she was given. The detectives search for their quarry, but someone else has beaten them to her. Now pursued by men in black suits, Jack and Larry must find the egg, the actress, and the truth.

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Jack Flash and the Faerie Case Files Vol. 2
      4.0
    • Frau Faust 1

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      First published in Japan in 2015 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo, as Frau Faust volume 1.

      Frau Faust 1
      3.9
    • Fae detective Jack Flash and her half-wolf partner Larry have their work cut out for them when they're up against supernatural happenings in America! Don't miss this spin-off manga with the characters made popular in the light novel The Ancient Magus' Bride: The Golden Yarn

      The Ancient Magus' Bride: Jack Flash and the Faerie Case Files Vol. 1
      3.9
    • Die Braut des Magiers 17

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Philomela entkommt aus der Akademie. Chise und ihre Mitschüler heften sich an ihre Fersen und folgen ihr zum Haus der Sargents, wo eine uralte Gottheit Chise zur Hilfe eilt.

      Die Braut des Magiers 17
      5.0
    • Die Braut des Magiers 14

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Während an der Akademie Halloween gefeiert wird, springen Chise und ihre Freunde für die geschwächte Lucy bei einem Job ein. Dafür begeben sie sich in den Turm der Relikte, wo es schnell gefährlich wird. Als sie zurück sind, gibt Philomelas Großmutter eine schockierende Nachricht bekannt. Daraufhin riegelt Rektorin Quillain die gesamte Akademie ab.

      Die Braut des Magiers 14
      4.3
    • Die Braut des Magiers 15

      • 212 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Während die Akademie Marielle und Isaac mit der Suche nach der verbotenen Schrift beauftragt, müssen die Schüler eine gefährliche Lektion bestehen und sich mit dem Leben in der abgeriegelten Akademie arrangieren. Schnell kommt Langeweile auf und die Schüler organisieren eine nächtliche Mutprobe.

      Die Braut des Magiers 15
      4.0
    • Die Braut des Magiers 18

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Die Kräfte, mit denen Philomela verschmolzen ist, geraten außer Kontrolle und verschlingen all ihre Freunde. Chise, Isaac und Lucy geben trotzdem nicht auf und versuchen zu entkommen und gleichzeitig Philomela zu helfen. Elias kümmert sich indes um Alkyone. Können Sie Philomelas Großmutter Einhalt gebieten?

      Die Braut des Magiers 18
      4.2
    • Die Braut des Magiers - Merkmal

      • 224 pages
      • 8 hours of reading

      Das ultimative Guidebook zur Bestsellerserie Die Braut des Magiers! Dieses Werk versorgt die Fans mit ausführlichen Charakterbeschreibungen, exklusivem Farbmaterial, Erläuterungen zu Hintergründen und einem langen Interview. Außerdem enthält es Skizzen von bekannten Szenen, nähere Infos zu den Orten dieser einmalig magischen Welt und, und, und … Ein absolutes Must-have für jeden Fan!

      Die Braut des Magiers - Merkmal
      4.0
    • Die Braut des Magiers 16

      • 196 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Immer mehr Schüler landen mit Magieentzug-Symptomen auf der Krankenstation, und noch immer ist der Verantwortliche nicht gefunden. Chise hilft mit ihrer Magie aus so gut sie kann, während Ryan sich bei Philomela entschuldigen will, die sich komplett zurückgezogen hat. Derweil setzt Zaccaroni sein eigenwilliges Kampftraining mit den Schülern fort ...

      Die Braut des Magiers 16
      4.1
    • Das mehrfach als Anime umgesetzte Fantasy-Meisterwerk von Kore Yamazaki in einer einzigartigen Jubiläumsedition zur Feier des 20. Geburtstages von TOKYOPOP Deutschland! Das hochwertige Sammlerstück ist mit vielfach veredeltem Hardcover ausgestattet und beinhaltet mehrere Farbseiten im Innenteil! Die Auflage dieser Edition ist streng limitiert! Auf einem Sklavenmarkt ersteigert der geheimnisvolle Magier Elias eine Waise namens Chise. Er ist bereit, eine horrende Summe für sie zu zahlen, denn er hegt den Verdacht, dass sie eine »Slay Vega« ist, und will sie daher unbedingt in die Lehre nehmen. Doch sein Plan geht noch weiter: Gerade erst auf seinem Landsitz angekommen, eröffnet Elias der rothaarigen Schönheit, dass er sie zu seiner Braut machen will.

      Jubiläumsedition: Die Braut des Magiers 01
      3.0
    • Eine weitere Kurzgeschichtensammlung zu "Die Braut des Magiers"! Die Welt von Elias und Chise ist viel größer, als es den Anschein hat! Unzählige Feen und Geister kreuzen abermals ihren Weg und entführen sie in unbekannte verborgene Winkel. Dieses Werk vereint die magische Geschichte von Kore Yamazaki, der Schöpferin von "Die Braut des Magiers", mit weiteren Erzählungen japanischer Autoren – wie ein Wandteppich aus silbernem Garn, der Erinnerungen und Geheimnisse miteinander verwebt.

      Die Braut des Magiers - Light Novel 02
      3.4
    • The Ancient Magus Bride

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Chisé Hatori a 15 ans. Elle n’a ni famille, ni talent particulier, ni aucun espoir dans la vie. Un jour, elle est vendue à un sorcier, un non-humain dont l’existence remonte à la nuit des temps... Il la prend sous son aile pour faire d’elle sa disciple et lui annonce qu’à terme, elle deviendra son épouse. Alors, les aiguilles qui semblaient à tout jamais figées dans son cœur se mettent à tourner de nouveau, petit à petit...

      The Ancient Magus Bride
      4.0
    • Chise Hatori to pozbawiona rodziny, ciężko doświadczona przez los piętnastolatka. Pewnego dnia zostaje kupiona na aukcji przez nieśmiertelnego czarnoksiężnika-mizantropa, który zamierza uczynić z niej swoją uczennicę oraz... żonę. Nieruchoma do tej pory wskazówka w zegarze życia Chise zaczyna powoli odliczać jej ostatnie godziny…

      Oblubienica czarnoksiężnika. Tom 11
    • Chise Hatori to pozbawiona rodziny, ciężko doświadczona przez los piętnastolatka. Pewnego dnia zostaje kupiona na aukcji przez nieśmiertelnego czarnoksiężnika-mizantropa, który zamierza uczynić z niej swoją uczennicę oraz... żonę. Nieruchoma do tej pory wskazówka w zegarze życia Chise zaczyna powoli odliczać jej ostatnie godziny…

      Oblubienica czarnoksiężnika. Tom 16
    • Chise Hatori to pozbawiona rodziny, ciężko doświadczona przez los piętnastolatka. Pewnego dnia zostaje kupiona na aukcji przez nieśmiertelnego czarnoksiężnika-mizantropa, który zamierza uczynić z niej swoją uczennicę oraz... żonę. Nieruchoma do tej pory wskazówka w zegarze życia Chise zaczyna powoli odliczać jej ostatnie godziny…

      Oblubienica czarnoksiężnika. Tom 14
    • Čarodějova nevěsta. 17

      • 192 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Co si počít s Philomelou? Jde ji ještě zachránit, nebo je ztracena a musí zemřít? Čise s Eliasem v tom mají jasno, a tak se přítelkyni vydávají na pomoc. Jenže Philomelina babička, Lisbeth Sargantová, má vlastní plány a na dobro své vnučky nebere jako obvykle žádné ohledy...

      Čarodějova nevěsta. 17
      4.7
    • Čarodějova nevěsta. 16.

      • 200 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Zapovězený grimoár se stále ještě nachází na území Akademie. Ale jak je to možné...? Zatímco si nad tím učitelé lámou hlavu, studenti se postupně sbližují. Jenže vzájemná blízkost s sebou přináší i jistá nedorozumění, a zdá se, že se žene pořádná bouře...

      Čarodějova nevěsta. 16.
      4.7
    • Akademie je sice nyní okolnímu světu uzavřena, ale matriarcha rodu Sargantových si přesto najde cestu, jak Philomele předat svůj strašlivý vzkaz. Čise by své nové kamarádce ráda pomohla, jenže netuší jak – tajemství Philomeliny rodiny postupně vychází na světlo a je horší, než by si kdy dokázala představit...

      Čarodějova nevěsta. 15
      4.6
    • Čarodějova nevěsta. 19

      • 184 pages
      • 7 hours of reading

      Philomela se konečně postaví své tyranské babičce a ukončí dlouhou a nešťastnou ságu rodu Sargantových. Čise pak zbývá udělat jediné – musí splatit svůj dluh bohyni Morrigan…

      Čarodějova nevěsta. 19
      3.6