Great world, huge cast of likable characters and lots of fresh ideas. It can take some time for Kamachi to really find his stride, but... more>> when he does, you will absolutely know. The last three novels, in particular, are incredible for taking aspects from every novel up to that point and weaving it together into one giant and exciting finale. No question, has to be my top recommendation. <<less

The sequel to Toaru Majutsu no Index (henceforth known as the Old Testament or OT). If you liked Index, and especially if you enjoyed the finale of OT, you won't even need me to recommend reading this to you, because you probably just started reading it immediately after you closed the pages on OT volume 22. ... more>>

Unlike at the start of OT, Kamachi immediately gets started into a proper story arc that persists through volumes. Other characters start to take on bigger roles in the series too. The seeds you didn't even notice being planted at the start of OT also start to come into bloom.

As always, Index is funny, exciting and original. New Testament is Index having found its stride and come into its own. <<less

When you see a score like that, do you really need me to explain the recommendation? Miaki is at his finest here, creating a darkly... more>> comedic, moody love story that surprises, betrays and delights. <<less

Some might say this is a comparatively weak work for Miaki. However, there is one portion in this book that is an absolute joy to... more>> read. For that reason alone, I think it's easily worth the recommendation. I think you'll know the part I mean when you see it. <<less

It's another Miaki work! Woo! My placement of it below the other two is quite deliberate. If you like his work, then I can't imagine... more>> you're going to skip this one. Nor do I really see a reason for me to explain it to you. Wouldn't you rather find out just exactly what's going on in this book by yourself? <<less

Darkly comedic, compelling and charismatic.... more>>

The first time I read volume 1, I had thought the source material was weaker than its adaptations. Yes, at the time, I just couldn't understand it. I lamented that it wasn't more action-packed. Yet, about 6 months later, I decided to give it another chance. This time, I knew what I was getting into. And this time, it clicked with me.

Often, the things I enjoy the most are actually things I dislike the first time round. My favorite director of all time, Wong Kar Wai, for example. The first time I saw Chungking Express, I thought it was weird and I didn't really enjoy it. Some years later though, it clicked with me, and I liked it all the more. I grew to understand it. This series is the same.

This isn't going to be like your typical novel. The prose is more akin to a non-stop rant that waffles about all sorts of economics, philosophy, psychology, religion and history. The footnotes will have niche references to the Japanese version of uncyclopedia, recommendations for you to play paradox interactive games and more. Carlo Zen really sums what he's about in the afterword of Volume 1. <<less