手裏剣とプリーツ [Shuriken to purītsu / Shuriken and Pleats] #2

A dark-haired figure dominates this moody cover for the second volume of Shuriken and Pleats, their sharp gaze and flowing black garments radiating quiet intensity against a pale, minimalist background — with a shuriken subtly present as a nod to the series' ninja-meets-modern-world premise. Published by Hakusensha under the LaLa imprint, this Hana to Yume Comics release continues what looks to be a stylish, atmospheric shoujo series with genuine edge. If the brooding cover aesthetic is any indication, volume two promises the same blend of sleek design and simmering tension that draws readers in from the start.