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Books with title From Far Away, Vol. 5

  • From Far Away, Vol. 5

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, April 30, 2013)
    Transported into a fantastical world of high adventure, a confused and frightened teenager discovers she holds a prophetic power that will awaken a new epoch of staggering uncertainty.But even with such infinite power, Noriko still relies on the help of her faithful companion Izark to protect her. There are enemies lurking everywhere and Noriko needs all the help she can get.Izark, however, may be the biggest threat of all. Within him lies an evil most unimaginable. When that evil finally reveals itself, Noriko’s spontaneous reaction surprises everyone…including herself!
  • From Far Away, Vol. 1

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, March 12, 2013)
    On her way home from school one day, Noriko is unexpectedly plunged into a strange and extraordinary fantasy world. Her troubles compound exponentially when she is rescued and befriended by a handsome young man by the name of Izark.He may be brave and courageous, but inside Izark lurks the darkest evil imaginable. And according to an ancient prophecy, Noriko possesses the power to unleash that evil. Now, inexorably bound together, these two unlikely allies must navigate a world both wondrous and hostile.
  • From Far Away, Vol. 4

    Kyoko Hikawa

    (VIZ Media LLC, May 10, 2005)
    The adventures of a school girl named Noriko begin the day she is unexpectly transported into a strange fantasy world where the teenager discovers she possesses a prophetic power that can awaken powerful evil forces.
  • From Far Away, Vol. 9

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, May 28, 2013)
    In the past, Noriko has relied on the help of a small cadre of sympathizers to protect her from the constant danger swirling around her. But now she finds herself in a most unusual position. Suddenly, she must rescue a member of her inner circle.To do this, she enlists the help of the Spirit of the Trees. Together, the young girl and the woodland spectre form an opportune alliance. But alliances made in haste often prove disastrous...especially when secret agendas are finally revealed!
  • From Far Away, Vol. 6

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, April 30, 2013)
    Together for only a short time, Noriko and Izark are beginning to develop romantic feelings for one another. But now, before the spark of passion catches fire, another comrade-in-arms confesses his love for the young schoolgirl. Even in the most dire of situations, love can blossom...twice!
  • From Far Away, Vol. 3

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, March 25, 2013)
    With each passing day, Noriko discovers more and more about the strange and chimerical world she now calls home. And the more she learns...the more frightened she gets!Everyone around her is talking about an ancient prophecy and the awakening that will usher in a new epoch. To some, this foretold era is fraught with uncertainty and danger. To these people, the power of the awakening must be eliminated. Ever so slowly, Noriko starts to realize that she, somehow, embodies the gift of the awakening. With the help of a valiant hero named Izark, the young teenager has thus far eluded the attention of those who wish to destroy her. But secrets are hard to keep...and with one misspoken word, Noriko could seal her very own death!
  • From Far Away, Vol. 4

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, April 9, 2013)
    A prophecy of doom, passed down from generation to generation, has finally arrived. Manifest in the form of a young teenage girl named Noriko, the awakening promises a new world of frightening uncertainty.But not everybody lives in fear of this ancient prophecy. Slowly, a group of sympathizers has come together to befriend and protect the vulnerable teenager. One of them, a valorous warrior by the name of Izark, continues to stay by her side despite the danger and complications that lie ahead. In an attempt to avoid capture, Noriko and her band of allies travel into the White Mist Forest. Danger lurks everywhere, however...especially in this infrequently traveled wildwood!
  • From Far Away, Vol. 10

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, June 11, 2013)
    Noriko and Izark are hiding out in the quiet rural region of Aibisk. But their retreat is short-lived as they are soon stalked by both bounty hunters and a powerful new enemy.As their feelings for each other grow, Noriko must seriously contemplate her fate. Will she end up destroying the warrior she has grown to love?
  • From Far Away, Vol. 11

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, June 18, 2013)
    Hiding from their dark fate in yet another backwater town, Noriko and Izark cross paths with a formidable new foe: Hydran, a corrupt politician with ties to some of their worst enemies. When they discover that Hydran is set to assassinate a potentially powerful new ally, our band of outcasts plans a dangerous mission to spring their fellow fugitive.All the while, Noriko and Izark must deal with their growing attraction to each other—and the realization that the closer they become, the closer they are to destroying both themselves and everyone they know!
  • From Far Away, Vol. 14

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, July 9, 2013)
    The End is here! The darkness that has pursued Noriko and her tortured warrior Izark descends full force as their corrupt enemies in the government stage a last coup. With Noriko bedridden, Izark must fight alone, but help may come from an unexpected source.Still, even if they survive, the prophecy can no longer be avoided. The time of the Sky Demon has come—and no one is ready for the final revelation. Will Noriko truly be the death of her first and only love? Find out all the answers and much more in the incredible conclusion to this epic manga.
  • From Far Away, Vol. 13

    Kyoko Hikawa

    language (VIZ Media: Shojo Beat, July 2, 2013)
    When Rachef and Tazasheena kidnap Noriko, Izark is forced to face the fact that the only way to save her may be to do exactly what they’ve been trying to avoid: fulfill the prophecy of The Awakening.Will Clairgeeta’s wistful hope that the Sky Demon may not be evil turn out to be true after all? Or is this the end of Izark as we know him?With their enemies lying in wait just beyond the city walls, and Noriko close to death, Izark may not have time to figure it all out before it’s too late!
  • From Far Away, Vol. 2

    Kyoko Hikawa

    Paperback (VIZ Media LLC, Jan. 11, 2005)
    Transported into a fantastical world of high adventure, a confused and frightened teenager discovers she hold a prophetic power that will awaken a new epoch of staggering uncertainty.Scared and on the run, Noriko strikes up an alliance with a mysterious rogue swordsman named Izark. But now, weakened from a recent battle, this swordsman has become dependant on his young charge to nurse him back to health. Trapped in a strange world and unable to speak the native language, Noriko must find a way to save her fallen warrior...and save herself, too!