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The Rose of Versailles: Bunkoban

This historical saga unfolds against the dramatic backdrop of the French Revolution. It follows the intertwined lives of a young noblewoman living amidst the splendor and intrigue of the royal court. The narrative weaves together romance, betrayal, and courage, blending historical figures with compelling fictional characters. It offers a captivating look at the loss of innocence and the rise of revolutionary fervor.

The Rose of Versailles Volume 1
The Rose of Versailles Volume 3
The Rose of Versailles Volume 2

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  1. 1
    4.3(937)Add rating

    "Oscar François de Jarjeyes is a young noblewoman raised as a son by her father. As commander of Marie Antoinette's palace guard, Oscar is brought face-to-face with the luxury of King Louis XVI’s court at Versailles. Joined by her servant André, Oscar is privy to the intrigue and deceit of France's last great royal regime. The Rose of Versailles, the queen of shojo manga, is available for the first time in English! This deluxe hardcover volume contains the first 22 chapters of Riyoko Ikeda’s historical fiction masterwork."

    The Rose of Versailles Volume 1
  2. 2
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    "Oscar François de Jarjeyes, female commander of the royal guard, is at the center of events as Marie Antoinette’s involvement in the scandalous Affair of the Diamond Necklace and her passion for Count Fersen of Sweden cause chaos at the court of Versailles. This deluxe hardcover volume contains chapters 23-44 of Riyoko Ikeda’s historical fiction masterwork."

    The Rose of Versailles Volume 2
  3. 3
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    "War is brewing. Oscar François de Jarjeyes has never conformed to the image of an ideal French noblewoman. While the people of Paris are being bankrupted by the nobles’ extravagant spending, Oscar demotes herself to the French Guard, and mingles with revolutionary thinkers and commoners. She finds herself broken by failed love and torn between her loyalties to Queen Marie Antoinette and to the people of France. This deluxe hardcover volume contains chapters 45-66 of Riyoko Ikeda’s historical fiction masterwork."

    The Rose of Versailles Volume 3