Kamome Shirahama Livres

Following Olruggion and Luluci to take a wounded Qifrey to the underwater Great Hall where the witches gather, Coco and her friends are offered another trial, but the spells and tests of Beldaruit are not what they seem.

The story delves into Coco's quest to uncover the secrets of magic, spurred by her connection to Qifrey's past and her longing to save her mother. Her journey to the Tower of Tomes is fraught with danger, as the knowledge hidden within could challenge the morals of even the most righteous witches. As she navigates this perilous path, Coco must confront the complexities of her desires and the power of the magic she seeks.

With their magic contraptions in hand, Coco and her friends head to Ezrest for the annual festival, Silver Eve! The cobblestone streets of the crown city are lined with vibrant tents, and visitors from across the land partake in reunions and greetings anew. Here, witches, royals, the Knights Moralis, and even the Three Wise converge-each party carrying with them their private motivations and powerful histories. However, the bright lights and merriment lure in the uninvited as well...

"With their magic contraptions in hand, Coco and her friends head to Ezrest for the annual festival, Silver Eve! The cobblestone streets of the crown city are lined with vibrant tents, and visitors from across the land partake in reunions and greetings anew. Here, witches, royals, the Knights Moralis, and even the Three Wise converge-each party carrying with them their private motivations and powerful histories. However, the bright lights and merriment lure in the uninvited as well ..."--

A beautifully-illustrated story about a girl who longs for magic in her life and learns that, on the inside, she already is what she wishes she could be. Reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, this lushly-drawn story was voted one of the top 10 manga of the year in 2018 by the Japanese manga industry. THE PRICE OF KNOWLEDGE As the new trial comes to an end, one of Coco's rewards from Beldaruit the Wise is the story of Qifrey's past and how he came to desire the mysteries of magic. Feeling a connection with her own desire to save her mother, Coco departs for the source of all answers: the Tower of Tomes. But it is a perilous journey to make on her own, and the secrets held within could sway even the most virtuous of witches...

After Coco and her friends return to the atelier, Tartah from Kalhns asks them to appear at a witches festival, Silver Eve, and Coco is reunited with Custas, a young boy she once saved.

"During their heated reunion, Custas introduces his old friends to Ininia, a girl who is loyal to one of the Brimmed Caps. Suddenly, the young witch binds Coco and Tartah to a promise: The two must partake in the Silver Eve Procession. But to do so, they must conjure up a new spell, and quickly. As the weight of many secrets bears down on her, Coco cannot turn to Qifrey or her friends. When she happens upon Dagda, she sees his chest is marked with a forbidden magic"-- Provided by publisher

The narrative follows a girl yearning for magic, discovering that the true enchantment lies within her. With stunning illustrations reminiscent of Studio Ghibli, the story captivates readers while conveying themes of self-discovery and inner strength. Celebrated for its artistry and storytelling, it was recognized as one of the top 10 manga of 2018 by the Japanese manga industry, highlighting its impact and appeal.

First published in Japan in 2018 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo.