From Novala Takemoto, the mind behind Kamikaze Girls, comes a two part manga dealing with one of our biggest flaws: Obsession.

The first volume focuses on obsession and how it can bring one to the brink of madness. In this bittersweet short story, the themes of KAMIKAZE GIRLS (rococo, punk rock, high fashion and rebellion) are pushed even further toward the edge of reason. A young woman estranged from the modern world longs for the feminine ideals and companionship depicted in the tales of a bygone era. When she finds her mentor in a rebellious punk rock singer named Missin, how far will her infatuation take her in a world where no one understands? And in “Little Shop at the End of the World,” the designs of the legendary Vivienne Westwood keep a young woman with a secret from losing her mind.

Volume two is the stylish, stressed-out sequel to MISSIN’. Stalker turned rock star Kasako has everything she ever wanted. But between the restraints of forbidden love, a suffocating record deal, and fans overdosing at their concerts, Kasako must find a way to keep hair-trigger tension pitched to a dangerous high without destroying herself. Kasako has never been what you’d call a stable girl–and this new fast-paced life may be just enough to finally push her sanity over the edge. Be careful what you wish for. You just might get it. And your dream life may turn out to be a nightmare!

MISSIN’ is part of the Shoujo Beat imprint with Viz Media. The volumes can be purchased separately for $8.99 US/$10.50 CDN or in a box set for $16.99 US/$19.99 CDN.

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