{"product_id":"nina-the-starry-bride-2-9781646518616","title":"Nina the Starry Bride 2","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cblockquote\u003eIn this fantasy shojo manga, Nina is abducted for her unique lapis lazuli eyes and forced to live as a princess, but she refuses to give up her old life. She must navigate palace intrigue and dangerous romance with Prince Azure, while also dealing with her growing feelings for him. \u003c\/blockquote\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFormat\u003c\/strong\u003e: Paperback \/ softback\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e: 176 pages\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublication date\u003c\/strong\u003e: 26 December 2023\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePublisher\u003c\/strong\u003e: Kodansha America, Inc\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eNina, a young woman who was plucked off the streets due to her resemblance to a deceased priestess, finds herself in a peculiar situation. Is this a lucky break or a new kind of curse?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWinner of the prestigious Kodansha Manga Award, this fantasy shojo manga offers a captivating blend of palace intrigue and perilous romance, appealing to fans of The Ancient Magus Bride, The Apothecary Diaries, and Snow White With the Red Hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eNina's life had been filled with hardship from the beginning. Orphaned and struggling to survive, she resorted to stealing to make ends meet. However, her life took an unexpected turn when she was abducted for her unique lapis lazuli eyes, which were highly prized by the royal family. To her surprise, her captor turned out to be Prince Azure, who had ordained that she would live the life of a princess, specifically that of the recently deceased princess-priestess, Alisha, who possessed the same eyes as Nina.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eDespite her newfound fortune and the luxurious life she was now leading, Nina couldn't shake off her old habits. She yearned for the freedom and independence she had once known and resisted being confined to the palace walls. Prince Azure, who recognized Nina's determination, attempted to win her trust and convince her that he had her best interests at heart.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs Nina spent more time with Prince Azure, she began to develop feelings for him. However, she knew that her ultimate fate was to marry another man, as was customary in their society. The thought of losing Prince Azure and returning to her previous life filled her with dread and uncertainty.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eAs the story unfolds, Nina must navigate the intricate web of palace politics, confront her own desires, and ultimately make a decision that will shape her future. Prince Azure, with his own secrets and motivations, becomes an important ally in her quest for freedom and self-discovery.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003eWith its intricate plot, captivating characters, and stunning artwork, this manga is a must-read for fans of fantasy and romance. It explores themes of identity, loyalty, and the sacrifices we make for the people we love, offering a thought-provoking and emotionally resonant narrative.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e: 220g\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimension\u003c\/strong\u003e: 146 x 209 x 18 (mm)\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eISBN-13\u003c\/strong\u003e: 9781646518616\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"RIKACHI","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":44967322681594,"sku":"9781646518616","price":9.27,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0522\/4297\/2845\/products\/1704477121337_book.jpg?v=1704618500","url":"https:\/\/shulphink.com\/products\/nina-the-starry-bride-2-9781646518616","provider":"Shulph Ink","version":"1.0","type":"link"}