You Can't Fool Her: Sharp-Eyed Sister Manga Launches Exciting New Series Soon
Discover the captivating manga adaptation of Natsu Hyūga’s novel, <cite>The Apothecary Diaries</cite>, launched in 2023—an must-read for fans of historical mystery and compelling storytelling.
Manga Adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries by Natsu Hyūga Launches in 2023
The manga adaptation of the popular novel The Apothecary Diaries, written by Natsu Hyūga, made its debut in 2023. This exciting news was revealed in the August issue of Kodansha's Monthly Shonen Magazine.
Series Update and Future Plans
The manga, illustrated by Yo Asami, recently concluded its current series in the magazine. Fans can look forward to a new series starting soon, with the magazine's next issue promising to reveal the return date.
Kodansha USA is bringing the manga to English-speaking audiences, with the first volume scheduled for release on October 21. Here's a quick summary of the story:
In a quiet countryside church, Chloe plays the role of a naive novice studying to become a priestess. But at night, she disguises herself to win big at cards!
When her secret gets out, a handsome young holy knight named Heraldo arrives to enlist her help. A murder from two years ago threatens the kingdom's stability, and Heraldo believes Chloe's Gift—a rare blessing that grants her magical abilities—can help solve the case.
Little does he know, Chloe's winning streak is not supernatural—she's just quick-witted and observant. Will her sharp eyes be enough to survive the dangerous royal palace?
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Background and Related Works
- Yo Asami launched the manga in March 2023.
- The fourth volume was published by Kodansha on February 17, and the fifth is set for release on September 17.
- The novel by Natsu Hyūga, published by Arian Rose (an imprint of Frontier Works), features illustrations by Chiho Shinishi and was released in May 2022.
Hyūga is also known for his work on Seraph of the End: Guren Ichinose - Catastrophe at 16, which Asami adapted into a manga series that ran from June 2017 until its conclusion in February 2022. He also illustrated the Resurrection at Nineteen light novels.
Summary
The adaptation of The Apothecary Diaries continues to captivate fans with its intriguing story and beautiful artwork. Stay tuned for the upcoming new series and more updates!
Source: Monthly Shonen Magazine August issue