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Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects - and he's bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer. With L hot on his heels, will Light lose sight of his noble goal...or his life? Light tests the boundaries of the Death Note's powers as L and the police begin to close in. Luckily Light's father is the head of the Japanese National Police Agency and leaves vital information about the case lying around the house. With access to his father's files, Light can keep one step ahead of the authorities. But who is the strange man following him, and how can Light guard against enemies whose names he doesn't know?
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Born in Tokyo, Tsugumi Ohba is the author of the hit series Death Note. His current series Bakuman is serialized in Weekly Shonen Jump. Takeshi Obata was born in 1969 in Niigata, Japan, and is the artist of Hikaru no Go, which won the 2003 Tezuka Shinsei "New Hope" award and the Shogakukan Manga award. Obata is also the artist of Arabian Majin Bokentan Lamp Lamp, Ayatsuri Sakon, Cyborg Jichan G., and the smash hit manga Death Note.
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42 of 43 people found the following review helpful
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Do not be decieved! Although this manga is published by Shounen Jump is is a far cry from the likes of 'Dragonball' and 'One Piece'!
'Death Note' is the story of Raito (or Light as he is known in some translations) who discovers a shinigami's notebook called a death note. Any person who has their name written in this notebook will die instantly so Raito takes it upon himself to bring justice to the world and soon finds himself trying to stay one step ahead of 'L', the private detective who is intent on capturing him.
The plot of 'Death Note' is incredible. Although the series does start to get a little dull after about the first seventy chapters, the original twists as Raito and L try to outwit each other are amazing. On top of this, there are some brilliant quirky characters - from L who cannot concentrait half as well if he is not sitting on his haunches, to Ryuuku (sometimes Ryuuk) the shinigami who is addicted to red apples.
Any fan of manga who is looking for something darker and more original should look into this series. It is well worth your time.
12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
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I'm relatively new to the world of Manga, and I was recommended this by three unrelated, separate friends, one of whom was with me whilst I purchased it, egging me on. I was not disappointed, despite how much they hyped it. Death Note starts out with the main concept of the overall plot in the first few pages, and quickly sends you into a very deep, dark story filled with mysteries and omen. Heavy character development occurs quickly, but is carried out very well in such short time periods, and the odd hint of humour is sprinked onto the story now and then. Wonderful. Really leaves you wanting more.
Apart from that, the art is fantastic, too. Consistent style throughout and it really sets the scene.
I seriously recommend this to anyone new to Manga looking for a good introduction as well as hardened veterans, or anyone looking for a dark read. As I type, volumes 2 and 3 are being processed for delivery to my home. I can barely stand the anticipation.
Apart from that, the art is fantastic, too. Consistent style throughout and it really sets the scene.
I seriously recommend this to anyone new to Manga looking for a good introduction as well as hardened veterans, or anyone looking for a dark read. As I type, volumes 2 and 3 are being processed for delivery to my home. I can barely stand the anticipation.
10 of 10 people found the following review helpful
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Death Note starts on a simple principle, Light Yagami, perfect student, finds the power to control death, but soon becomes a complex story as different plot elements and character motives intertwine; suspicious as to the sudden outbreak of deaths, the world's top detective, known simply as "L" is hired to investigate the case. L's presence becomes a constant source of antagonism to Light (now under the alias of Kira) as he tries to maintain his plans of making the world a better place while avoiding suspicion from those around him. As the series branches out, more and more characters are introduced to keep Light on his toes in his quest to create the perfect Utopia; the fun part of this is that, all the while Light Yagami is kept on his toes, so too are we as readers - the series has a great ability to draw you in and not let go.
Other elements that I personally enjoy are the supernatural tones of the story and the way that it can, even through the dark issues contained, rouse humour; it's hard not to laugh at the black humour contained when Light's sister vents her hate for Kira, while Light himself cooly agrees. The art itself is also amazing, every single chapter is drawn beautifully.
When I finished the first volume, I was suspicious as to how Death Note would be able to sustain itself over so many different chapters, now that I have just finished the sixth volume, I can, so far, say that it has not failed to deliver. Out of those that I have read so far, I would say that number IV is my favourite, though I would class every volume I have read as essential reading for the manga fan.
I am eagerly awaiting the delivery of the seventh and eighth volumes as I type this! I was introduced to the series by a friend who has since got another two friends hooked - it really is a great series to get into; get yourself hooked!
Other elements that I personally enjoy are the supernatural tones of the story and the way that it can, even through the dark issues contained, rouse humour; it's hard not to laugh at the black humour contained when Light's sister vents her hate for Kira, while Light himself cooly agrees. The art itself is also amazing, every single chapter is drawn beautifully.
When I finished the first volume, I was suspicious as to how Death Note would be able to sustain itself over so many different chapters, now that I have just finished the sixth volume, I can, so far, say that it has not failed to deliver. Out of those that I have read so far, I would say that number IV is my favourite, though I would class every volume I have read as essential reading for the manga fan.
I am eagerly awaiting the delivery of the seventh and eighth volumes as I type this! I was introduced to the series by a friend who has since got another two friends hooked - it really is a great series to get into; get yourself hooked!
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AMAZ-very brilliant-ING
This does not contain spoilers but does go into detail but it won't spoil the plot because you could read that within the first 5 to 10 pages. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Loke not Töck
Deathnote
A fantastic read. Brilliant story, truly recommended to all. I would definitely recommend people to buy the whole set of the books (13)
Published 7 months ago by Jakegreen
Winning.
Enjoyed this book so much that it has made me buy the box set, which did include another copy of Volume 1, lol!
My friend was happy to take it. Read more
My friend was happy to take it. Read more
Published 14 months ago by J. Eden
Brilliant read!
This was my introduction into manga, being recommended it by a friend.
after reading about 50 pages I was hooked, I bought all the books and the DVDs. Read more
after reading about 50 pages I was hooked, I bought all the books and the DVDs. Read more
Published 15 months ago by I.AM.FROG
Amazing!
This is the first manga i read and thought it was amazing! i was a little put off by the typical manga art style but then thought i would just go for it as my friend was really... Read more
Published 16 months ago by Lizy.B
a great starting point
I have had my eye on manga/anime books for a while, a little put off by the format etc. However after the first chapter you find it no problem, the story is fast paced, maybe a... Read more
Published 17 months ago by R. Gilpin
Deathnote Volume 1
Deathnote is a japanese manga series now produced by Viz media. Written by Tsugumi Ohba and drawn by Takeshi Obata it is one of the most popular mainstream manga comics at the... Read more
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This is a manga novel I've been looking forward to for some time. I'm very familiar with the premise after watching the films and the anime series - but now I've finally started on... Read more
Published 19 months ago by GeekZilla
Brilliant
Arrived in perfect condition only a mere 2 days after i ordered. They are the true right to left manga's and are positively the best available in my opinion.
Published 20 months ago by lewymorry
In a league of its own.
This series is a MUST READ manga fan or not. I simply cannot fault it. The storyline is addictive and there are some characters you love and some you love to hate. Read more
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