Lonely Castle in the Mirror (Manga) Vol. 1

Kokoro, a junior high school student, is pulled into a castle in another dimension by a girl in a wolf mask. She and six other kids are competing in a scavenger hunt to find a key that unlocks a secret room, with the winner receiving their heart's desire. The seven kids grow closer as they explore the castle, but the scavenger hunt is always on their minds.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 224 pages
Publication date: 21 November 2023
Publisher: Seven Seas Entertainment, LLC

Kokoro, a junior high school student, has been dealing with the aftermath of years of bullying, which has left her anxious and unable to attend school. One day, while staring at her full-length mirror, she is suddenly pulled into a castle in another dimension by a girl wearing a wolf mask. The mysterious girl introduces herself as Riku and tells Kokoro and six other kids that they are all participating in a scavenger hunt. If one of them finds a key that unlocks a secret room, they will be granted one wish. However, they must adhere to the rules of the world, allowing them to come and go as they please.

As the seven kids explore the castle, they gradually grow closer to each other. The scavenger hunt is always on their minds, as they all strive to be the one to win and receive their hearts' desire. They face various challenges and obstacles along the way, but they remain determined to succeed.

As the competition reaches its climax, Kokoro and Riku find themselves facing off against each other. Kokoro reveals her true identity and the reason behind her bullying, while Riku reveals her own secrets and motivations. In a dramatic climax, Kokoro uses her wish to bring peace to the world, while Riku uses hers to fulfill her own desires.

In the aftermath, the seven kids return to their own dimension, but they are forever changed by their experiences in the castle. They have learned the importance of friendship, teamwork, and self-discovery, and they are determined to make a positive impact on the world.

Kokoro's journey from a bullied student to a hero who brings peace to the world is a testament to the power of resilience and the ability to overcome adversity. It reminds us that even in the darkest of times, there is always hope for a brighter future.

Weight: 200g
Dimension: 180 x 128 x 21 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9798888431931