Recommendations based on MeruPuri, Vol. 1by Matsuri Hino

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  1. Ouran High School Host Club, Vol. 5

    by Bisco Hatori
    The Host Club goes on a beach vacation, but things get complicated when they meet a girl who is searching for her father.

    In this sharp-witted romantic comedy about the clash of the classes (of all kinds), a poor girl at a rich kids' school ends up working at the school's toniest club-and gets mistaken for a boy! In ... (Goodreads)

  2. Boys Over Flowers: Hana Yori Dango, Vol. 1

    by Yōko Kamio
    A poor girl attends a prestigious school and clashes with the wealthy and powerful F4. A classic tale of love and class struggle.

    Eitoku Academy (,英徳学園,, Eitoku Gakuen,) in Yamanote , Japan is a prestigious school that caters to children from upper class families. Hence, Tsukushi Makino, who comes from a middle-class family, ... (Wikipedia)

  3. Ouran High School Host Club, Vol. 2

    by Bisco Hatori
    Follow the misadventures of Haruhi, a scholarship student who accidentally joins a club of handsome boys who entertain female clients.

    The uproarious comedy about a girl enlisted to work in a lavish host club! In this screwball romantic comedy, Haruhi, a poor girl at a rich kids' school, is forced to repay an $80,000 debt by working ... (Barnes & Noble)

  4. Fruits Basket, Vol. 1

    by Natsuki Takaya
    A teenage girl's journey of self-discovery as she interacts with a mysterious family cursed by the Zodiac.

    When high school student Tohru Honda 's mother dies in a car accident, Tohru decides to live with her grandfather. Renovations on the house and an unsupportive and unkind family members cause her to ... (Wikipedia)

  5. xxxHolic, Vol. 1

    by CLAMP
    High school student Watanuki can see spirits and is drawn into the mysterious world of the witch Yuko, who grants wishes for a price.

    Watanuki Kimihiro is haunted by visions of ghosts and spirits. Seemingly by chance, he encounters a mysterious witch named Yuuko, who claims she can help. In desperation, he accepts, but realizes ... (Goodreads)

  6. Fruits Basket, Vol. 15

    by Natsuki Takaya
    A young girl finds solace in an unlikely group of friends, while discovering the family secrets of the zodiac.

    Yuki's past finally is revealed! But is it all too much to bear? His sickness takes a turn for the worse, and after Akito reminds Yuki how loathed he is, his will to live might finally be drained... ... (Goodreads)

  7. Skip Beat!, Vol. 1

    by Yoshiki Nakamura
    Kyoko Mogami follows her childhood friend to Tokyo to help him achieve his dreams, but ends up pursuing her own career in show business.

    When Kyoko’s heart is broken, she decides that revenge is a dish best served in the spotlight! Kyoko Mogami followed her true love Sho to Tokyo to support him while he made it big as an idol. But ... (Barnes & Noble)

  8. Ouran High School Host Club, Vol. 9

    by Bisco Hatori
    The Host Club goes on a trip to France, where they encounter new friends and challenges. Haruhi must confront her feelings for Tamaki.

    The uproarious comedy about a girl enlisted to work in a lavish host club! In this screwball romantic comedy, Haruhi, a poor girl at a rich kids' school, is forced to repay an $80,000 debt by working ... (Barnes & Noble)

  9. Paradise Kiss, Vol. 1

    by Ai Yazawa
    A young woman's journey of self-discovery, as she enters the world of fashion and art.

    Yukari wants nothing more than to make her parents happy by studying hard and getting into a good college. One afternoon, however, she is kidnapped by a group of self-proclaimed fashion mavens ... (Goodreads)

  10. Priestess

    by Yuu Watase
    A young girl discovers she is the reincarnation of an ancient priestess and must use her powers to save the world from destruction.

    The series describes the various trials of Miaka Yūki and Yui Hongo , two middle-school students. While at the library one day, Miaka and Yui encounter a strange book known as The Universe of the ... (Wikipedia)

  11. Mars, Vol. 1

    by Fuyumi Soryo
    A group of astronauts embark on a mission to colonize Mars, but face unexpected challenges and conflicts.

    Kira Aso and Rei Kashino meet when Rei asks Kira for directions to a local hospital one day in the park, but instead of telling him the directions she draws him a map and hands it to him without ... (Wikipedia)

  12. Nana, Vol. 1

    by Ai Yazawa
    A young woman's rise to fame and her struggles to find balance between her career and personal life.

    A chance meeting on a train to Tokyo sends two girls named Nana on a collision course with destiny! Nana "Hachi" Komatsu hopes that moving to Tokyo will help her make a clean start and leave her ... (Goodreads)

  13. Sailor Moon, Vol. 1

    by Naoko Takeuchi
    Ordinary schoolgirl Usagi Tsukino discovers she is Sailor Moon, a warrior destined to save the world from evil forces.

    Librarian's note: There is an Alternate Cover Edition for this edition of this book, here,. One of the most-beloved of all Japanese manga titles, Naoko Takeuchi's Sailor Moon has enthralled millions ... (Goodreads)

  14. Rurouni Kenshin, Volume 01

    by Nobuhiro Watsuki
    A samurai warrior in 19th-century Japan struggles with his past while defending the innocent against injustice.

    Packed with action, romance and historical intrigue,, Rurouni Kenshin, is one of the most beloved and popular manga series worldwide. Set against the backdrop of the Meiji Restoration, it tells the ... (Goodreads)

  15. Angelfall

    by Susan Ee
    An angel apocalypse and a teenage girl's fight for survival.

    It's been six weeks since angels of the apocalypse descended to demolish the modern world. Street gangs rule the day while fear and superstition rule the night. When warrior angels fly away with a ... (Goodreads)

  16. Tsubasa: RESERVoir CHRoNiCLE, Vol. 1

    by CLAMP
    A group of travelers journey through alternate dimensions, searching for a missing princess.

    SAKURA AND SYAORAN RETURN! But they're not the people you know. Sakura is the princess of Clow - and possessor of a mysterious, misunderstood power that promises to change the world. Syaoran is her ... (Goodreads)

  17. The Angel Experiment

    by James Patterson
    A group of genetically engineered children on the run from a dangerous government agency.

    Six unforgettable kids — with no families, no homes — are running for their lives. Max Ride and her best friends have the ability to fly. And that's just the beginning of their amazing powers. But ... (Goodreads)

  18. Wondrous Strange

    by Lesley Livingston
    A young actress discovers she is a faerie princess and must navigate the dangerous world of the fae to save both their realm and the mortal world.

    Kelley Winslow is a teenage actress who lives in New York! When the lead actress in their production of Shakespeare 's, A Midsummer Night's Dream, gets injured, Kelley goes from understudy to star in ... (Wikipedia)

  19. Kitchen Princess, Vol. 01

    by Natsumi Andō
    A girl with a talent for cooking transforms the lives of those around her with her delicious dishes and kind heart.

    Set in modern-day Japan, the plot centers on Najika Kazami (,風見 七虹香,, Kazami Najika,) , a cheerful thirteen-year-old with an excellent sense of taste who hopes to become a chef. In her backstory , it ... (Wikipedia)

  20. Shugo Chara!, Vol. 1: Who Do You Want to Be?

    by Peach-Pit
    Amu wishes to be her true self, but instead creates three "Shugo Chara" (guardian characters) who help her discover her true identity.

    WHO DO YOU WANT TO BE? Everybody at Seiyo Elementary thinks that stylish and super cool Amu has it all: But nobody knows the real Amu, a shy girl who wishes she had the courage to truly be herself. ... (Barnes & Noble)

  21. The Hunchback of Notre-Dame

    by Victor Hugo
    A story of love, loyalty and redemption set amidst the stunning architecture of 15th century Paris.

    The story is set in Paris in 1482 during the reign of Louis XI . The Romani Esmeralda (born as Agnes) captures the hearts of many men, including those of Captain Phoebus and Pierre Gringoire , but ... (Wikipedia)

  22. Fruits Basket, Vol. 19

    by Natsuki Takaya
    The final volume of the beloved manga series, tying up loose ends and bringing closure to the story of the Sohma family and their curse.

    As the Fruits Basket saga continues, the relationship between Tohru and Kyo becomes increasingly complicated, especially since most of the members of the Zodiac seem to look down on him. Tohru comes ... (Goodreads)

  23. High School Debut, Vol. 01

    by Kazune Kawahara
    Haruna enlists the help of popular Yoh to teach her how to make a high school debut. But will she lose herself in the process?

    Haruna Nagashima gave her all to softball in middle school, now that she has made her high school debut, she has decided to give her all for a new goal: getting a boyfriend and falling in love. ... (Wikipedia)

  24. Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 5

    by Hiromu Arakawa
    Brothers Edward and Alphonse continue their quest for the Philosopher's Stone, facing new enemies and uncovering dark secrets.

    Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an ... (Barnes & Noble)

  25. The Leopard Prince

    by Elizabeth Hoyt
    A historical romance novel set in 18th century England, where a young widow and a rebellious earl find love amidst societal expectations.

    The one thing a lady must never do... Wealthy Lady Georgina Maitland doesn't want a husband, though she could use a good steward to run her estates. One look at Harry Pye, and Georgina knows she's ... (Goodreads)

  26. Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 8

    by Hiromu Arakawa
    Brothers Edward and Alphonse continue their quest for the Philosopher's Stone, facing new enemies and uncovering dark secrets.

    Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an ... (Barnes & Noble)

  27. Hans Brinker, or the Silver Skates

    by Mary Mapes Dodge
    A heartwarming tale of a poor Dutch boy and his sister who dream of winning a skating race and buying their father a new pair of skates.

    In Holland , poor but industrious and honorable 15 year-old Hans Brinker and his younger sister Gretel yearn to participate in December's great ice skating race on the canal . They have little chance ... (Wikipedia)

  28. Pollyanna Grows Up

    by Eleanor H. Porter
    Pollyanna returns to her hometown and faces new challenges, but her optimistic outlook helps her overcome them.

    The sequel to, Pollyanna, finds the effervescent orphan on the verge of womanhood. Her crippled legs cured, Pollyanna takes her glad heart to cheer new friends in Boston before travelling to Europe ... (Goodreads)

  29. Fullmetal Alchemist, Vol. 4

    by Hiromu Arakawa
    Two brothers embark on a journey of transformation, seeking the power to restore their bodies.

    Alchemy tore the Elric brothers’ bodies apart. Can their bond make them whole again? A hardcover collector’s edition of one of the most beloved manga and anime of all time! Fully remastered with an ... (Barnes & Noble)

  30. Wait for Me

    by Elisabeth Naughton
    Tormented by a dark past, a woman finds solace in the arms of a man who may be her salvation or her downfall.

    A woman without a past...After a tragic accident left her with no memory, Kate Alexander struggled to fit in with a husband and world that didn't feel right. She's had no reason to question what ... (Barnes & Noble)