Kamichama Karin Volume 2 [Paperback]

Koge-Donbo (Author)

Book Description

Series: Kamichama Karin | Publication Date: December 13, 2005

As if the problems of being a little goddess weren't enough, Karin has to raise her grade on the next test or she'll be expelled! Fortunately, she just might get some help from her crush, Kirika-senpai. Kazune seems jealous when he raises suspicions about Kirika, but before he has much time to complain, he is attacked by their archenemy, Kirio! Will Karin reach Kazune in time to save him?

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Superhero comics have often been called adolescent power fantasies that appeal to boys not girls. But consider the heroine of this manga series, whose catchphrase is "I am... God!" Orphaned schoolgirl Karin Hanazono finds emotional solace only in her pet cat. When the cat dies, Karin questions her faith in God. But soon she is befriended by sweet, pretty Himeka and her handsome but bad-tempered cousin, Kazune Kujyou. Karin realizes she is becoming smarter and stronger, and discovers that she can transform into a "goddess." She also discovers the responsibilities of maturity: she cannot change into her goddess form unless she wishes to protect someone. As in many superhero stories (but without their violence), this is a coming-of-age tale whose young hero painfully makes the transition from emotional dependence on her parents and pet to mastering the "powers" within herself. Despite Karin's romantic mooning over Kazune, this book has a strong feminist theme. Not only is Karin angered by Kazune's blatant sexism, but she also derives her "divine" power from her mother's ring. Koge-Donbo (Di Gi Charat) draws characters with typical manga cuteness, although the visual storytelling is sometimes confusing. The target audience of young girls should find this book satisfying. (Oct.)
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From School Library Journal

Grade 5-9–Karin is an orphan living with a not very loving aunt. She is doing poorly in school and has no real friends. After her cat dies, she feels more alone than ever. She meets strangers who help her to become a goddess using the power of her mother's ring and her own inner strength. Together, they fight an enemy, someone trying to steal their powers. Karin is an unusual superhero, at all times very human. However, the manga-style illustrations are a bit confusing and don't always support the story. Inexperienced readers might have a little trouble following the text at times and may not appreciate the art. An additional purchase.–Ronnie Gordon, Brooklyn Public Library, NY
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Product Details

• Paperback: 192 pages
• Publisher: TokyoPop (December 13, 2005)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1595328483
• ISBN-13: 978-1595328489
• Product Dimensions: 7.2 x 5 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.5 ounces
• Average Customer Review: 5.0 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,020,613 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I LUV KAMICHAMI KARIN!, February 17, 2007

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Kamichama Karin Volume 2 (Paperback)

this is a great kids book! very romantic and alot of koge donbo cuteness! I luv it! although, isnt it weird how karin doesnt realize kirika is evil? maybe she doesnt realize because shes failing school!
still the cutest manga ever!

1 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars my thoughts, January 2, 2006

A Kid's Review

This review is from: Kamichama Karin Volume 2 (Paperback)

well i guess i will just plunge in to the story lifes getting normal as it can get for karin or not she finds her dead cat on her bed only to find out its a god turns out when shi-chan's soul went up to hevan the dormaint god takes over his old body now karin must pass her next test or get expelld she confides in kazune-kun to help her he starts to but soon haveing to pull double waight in studying takes a toll on him and karin so tempers flar and insted of finishing her stuff with kazune-kun she goes to her crush to see how it finishes buy the book.