It was 2008 when I had the delicious pleasure of reviewing Rakuen no Jouken in Japanese. Imagine my delight now, 12 years later, to be able to speak about an English language volume of it with you! I am beside myself with joy for English-reading fans of Yuri that you are finally able to enjoy […]
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