Title: Adabana

Volume: 01

Mangaka: NON

Translator: Caleb D. Cook

US Publisher: Dark Horse Manga

Age Relevance: Adult (Mature)

How Essential Is It?: Nice to Have

Curricular Connections?: N/A

Reader’s Advisory Tags: Mystery, Thriller, Crime, Murder, Dark Themes.

Anime: N/A

Content Warnings: Murder, Sexual Assault, Exploitation of Minors, Nudity, Violence.

Publisher Synopsis:

A horrifying double murder and a shocking confession uncovers a dark secret in this suspenseful criminal drama manga.

A small town is shocked by the gruesome murder of a student and a ramen shop owner. Mizuki Aikawa, one of the victims’ best friend and classmate, confesses to the brutal crime. However, a local reporter and Mizuki’s public defenders are convinced there’s more to the story. As the truth unravels, a tale of class, exploitation, and the demands of family is revealed.

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