Chobits, Volume 5 [Paperback]

CLAMP (Creator)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 15, 2003

*100% Authentic Manga Format. *From CLAMP, the creators of Clover, Magic Knight Rayearth and Cardcaptor Sakura. *Currently one of the top manga series in Japan. *CLAMP is one of the top-five selling manga producers in America. *Story by CLAMP

Chi is kidnapped on her way to work and Hideki embarks on a frantic search for his missing persocom. Tracking Chi down is only a matter of time but Chi is not willing to wait, and reveals a defense mechanism that is linked to her mysterious past.

Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: Tokyopop (April 15, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1591821533
• ISBN-13: 978-1591821533
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 6.4 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #359,498 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars So kawaii!, August 14, 2003

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Holly Moffatt (New Brunswick, Canada) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chobits, Volume 5 (Paperback)

Chobits is one of my favourite manga novels, and I'll tell you why- it's so darn cute, for starters! Sprinkle in some humour, mystery, sci-fi, unique characters, a highly unique plot that leaves you in suspense and demanding more and the amazing art of CLAMP, and you've got yourself a great manga novel!

I'd heard many rumours that Chobits was yuri (girl/girl relationships) or pornographic, but I decided to check it out anyway, and boy am I glad I did, as it is neither! There is some sexual humour, swearing and nudity, but it is all rather mild. The rating is 16 and up, but I'd say the rating is a little strong. Suitable for ages 13 and over, in my opinion.

Chii is adorable, Hideki is funny, Plum is sweet, and all the other characters are an intoxicating mix of sweetness, mystery, angst, regret, and much more. As you read on, the series becomes slightly darker as pasts are revealed, and the truth behind Chobits becomes closer to being uncovered. Unfortunately I've yet to be blessed with getting my hands on volumes 6 and 7 (8 isn't out yet), but trust me, I'm working on it. Chobits is addictive, once you read one, you need more, so read with caution! :P

Can you tell I'm simply smitten with Chobits? Yeah, I'm obsessed. But believe me, it's a treat you must taste to fully appreciate. :) Don't miss out on this one!

2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Another excellent volume of Chobits!, April 11, 2003

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"ekeindigo" (Basking Ridge, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Chobits, Volume 5 (Paperback)

In my opinion, I think that the cover of this volume is the prettiest out of all the Chobits books so far :).

Shimbo returns to help the search for the kidnapped persocom. Around the middle of the book, Chi makes all of the persocoms "space out" again, similar to in volume 2, and then starts acting a little strange herself (like a totally different person). We also find out who is creating the comic books about Hideki and Chi, although we don't know her name.

As usual, there is a little mature content in here, but considerably less than some previous volumes.

The only small drawback is that this volume goes by so fast, and has an ending that leaves us hanging...

In volume 5, we find a bunch of unexpected loose ends and shocking secrets (including Chi's former name)- but you have to read this yourself to find out!

4.0 out of 5 stars Guilty pleasure, September 21, 2010

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strwbrrystar - See all my reviews

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This review is from: Chobits, Volume 5 (Paperback)

This series of manga is neither terribly original, nor intelligent, but I am drawn to them anyway. Cute illustrations, at least.