In volume 2, shoujo manga tropes give way to some pretty unnecessary seinen ones. Nevertheless, the romance is very cute and the characters are memorable. In volume 1 the reader only really gets a sense of who and what Ceres is through her rage, but in volume 2 we start to see her as a real person with a conscience. It's a far-fetched story, but it's compelling. ( )

1. Horror comic books, strips, etc. 2.Comic books, strips, etc.--Japan.

"This volume contains the Ceres, celestial legend, installments from Part 2, issue 1 through Part 2, issue 6 in their entirety"-- T.p. verso
First published by Shogakukan, Inc. in Japan as Ayashi no Ceres
Rated T+ for older teens
This book reads from right to left
Annotation: When sixteen-year old Aya Mikage is in danger she transforms into Ceres, an angry and powerful celestial maiden, who wants only to destroy the Mikage family who seized her long ago. Only Yuhi, the brother-in-law of her landlady can stop Ceres. Yuhi is also the family cook and a martial artist, but it’s not his culinary or fighting skills that can stop the vengeful Ceres; it’s his kiss. One good kiss on the lips and Ceres releases possession of Aya. Unfortunately, Aya can’t stand Yuhi, and so he’s usually rewarded with a slap for being too affectionate when Aya comes back to herself. ( )