A BEST GRAPHIC NOVEL OF THE YEAR -- The Times, LondonA Comics Beat Best Holiday Gift Guide Pick"The storyline is highly energetic, and the bright, dynamic frames and varied layouts will sustain readers' interest... Captivating storytelling." -- Kirkus Reviews"My 11-year-old son stole this manga book from me -- it's that good. Samuel Sattin has finally finished the story of Unico, the beloved character that the 'godfather of manga' Osamu Tezuka left behind -- the result is enchanting." -- Lucy Bannerman, The TimesPraise for Unico: Awakening:"A spellbinding masterpiece." -- Dav Pilkey, #1 bestselling creator of Dog Man"The modern setting, dramatic paneling, and mood-oriented ­palettes bolster the weight of Unico's helpful and heroic deeds... A reimagining of a beloved classic that will ­appeal to fans of heartfelt ­adventure manga and works like She-Ra and the Princess of Power. An ideal series to help fill the middle grade manga demand." -- School Library Journal"With a careful balance of slow beats and whimsical action, Unico: Awakening builds alluring characters and keeps the suspenseful moments coming." -- Anime Corner"Plenty of action and outsized baddies keep the excitement level high... The jewel-toned palette and creatively varied panel shapes sustain a high level of visual interest." -- Kirkus Reviews"With all the energy of an animated cartoon, Gurihiru's eye-catching, cinematic art in a lush color palette offers excellent character design... the epic stakes, rampant magic, and manga feel will likely give this wide appeal." -- Booklist"With incredible artwork and storytelling, this is a mesmerizing fantasy adventure you won't be able to put down!" -- ImaginationSoup.net, Best Middle Grade Books of 2024Best Manga of 2024 -- School Library Journal