Princess Princess Volume 1 (v. 1) [Paperback]

Mikiyo Tsuda (Author, Artist)

Book Description

Series: Princess Princess | Publication Date: November 21, 2006

Why is Toru Kono receiving such an overly warm welcome at his new all boys school? He has yet to discover the secret system called "Hime (Princess)" in effect at the school. Boys who are chosen have to dress up as a girl in every school event! Little does Toru know that he would be the chosen one.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Toru Kouno's new school is a little strange. He receives an overly enthusiastic welcome from the all-male student body and is quickly swept up in the secret Princess system. Boys at this school annually select a group of attractive first-year students to dress up as princesses at school events—and Toru is one of their new chosen Princesses! Lured in by the promise of princess perks, Toru willingly submits to wigs, frilly skirts and even a nurse's outfit. From learning to give service to his adoring fans, to dealing with the Western and Eastern Princesses Yujiro and Mikoto, and fending off an overzealous costume designer, it's certainly going to be one wild year. Tsuda's vividly imagined tale of adolescent frustration showcases a sharp blend of style and humor. Her artwork flirts with the edgy gothic Lolita fashion scene that has exploded in recent years. The dialogue refuses to descend into humor that is either strictly male or strictly female and smartly comments on issues in a way that hits everyone. A funky blend between of the yaoi and shojo genres, Princess Princess is a fun and flirty title. (Nov.)
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Product Details

• Paperback: 208 pages
• Publisher: Digital Manga Publishing (November 21, 2006)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1569708568
• ISBN-13: 978-1569708569
• Product Dimensions: 8.3 x 6.1 x 0.7 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (6 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #959,674 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

Customer Reviews

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars Would you like a crumpet with that?, January 18, 2007

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Carolyn "Dedicated Yaoi Fan." (NSW, Australia) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Princess Princess Volume 1 (v. 1) (Paperback)

I was recommended this series by a friend and I don't know whether to be happy or disappointed about the turn out.

You're probably wondering why I give this Manga 3 Stars compared to everyone elses 5 Stars. Well that's kinda simple. This Manga is WAY to fast. Its unbelievable how a teenage boy just suddenly jumps at the chance to dress in drag for a few 'bonuses' that the Princesses get.
Don't get me wrong though, I don't mind the unbelieable Yaoi, BL or Slash Manga every now and again but this was a little silly.

Kouno arrives at his new school and in 2 days he's gone from normal kid to cross-dressing Gothic Lolita Princess. Why? Cos the rest of the school (which is all male) thinks he's hot. But nothing steamy or done to place it in the BL/Yaoi section. Then after taking the job after a week he's giving pointers to Mikoto whose been the job since the start of school! You gotta wonder if this kid actually is a bit rainbow underneath wanting to crossdress.

Also I thought it was cruel that Mikoto ~ who doesn't WANT to be a Princess was forced to do it. While Kouno was given the choice. Also, a downer to the situation is that Mikoto is straight. He had a girlfriend so there's another let down to the BL/Yaoi theme happening.

On a last note, the art is gorgeous. The plot...could be better, at least more believable in the characters opinions and such instead of just accepting everything that happens to them without a fight.
This Manga is SLASH. There'll be no BL, kisses or hugs just plain and simple fan service for the gals out there.

2 of 2 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A good laugh, December 10, 2006

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Antoinette Lyles "AL" (Norfolk, VA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Princess Princess Volume 1 (v. 1) (Paperback)

This storyline show the reader what happens when one has an open mind toward new things (and circumstances beyond one's control helps a lot too). I laughed out loud when I read the story. The characters are loveable. The situations are too cute. Lots of openings for many plots and it's perfect for watching the character's growth and developement. Let's see where Mikiyo Tsuda takes the reader in this promising series.

1 of 1 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Entertaining and Funny, August 12, 2007

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M. ORIAS "puccagirl73" (San Jose, CA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Princess Princess Volume 1 (v. 1) (Paperback)

I was at first skeptical about this manga since it looked to be another silly yaoi comedy. I always found Yaoi to be better in the angsty, dramatic genre than in the comedies, but this is quite smart and enjoyable. Yuujirou, Mikoto, and Tohru are elected to be "Princesses" in their all boys school to lighten the tension that happens from lack of female company. Being a "Princess" offers certain privileges that help the participant not only pay for their education, but allow them to become successful members of society. The manga is more slashy and fan service than overt yaoi, but that's what makes it charming and so different. The artwork is beautiful and as visually appealing as "FAKE".