Will the curse of Sadako leave her friendless for life? R to L (Japanese
Style). Sadako's chance to become friends with Yano and Yoshida is about to go
down the drain when rumors start flying that Yano's been around the block and
Yoshida's a former gang member. And the source of all this tattle? Sadako
herself! Will Sadako retreat to her former life as a loner because of a simple
misunderstanding?! Sawako Kuronuma is the perfect heroine…for a horror movie.
With her jet-black hair, sinister smile and silent demeanor, she's often
mistaken for Sadako, the haunting movie character. Unbeknownst to but a few,
behind her scary facade is a very misunderstood teenager. Shy and pure of heart,
she just wants to make friends. But when Kazehaya, the most popular boy in
class, befriends her, she's sure to make more than just that-she's about to
make some enemies too!
Author Biography
Karuho Shiina was born and raised in Hokkaido, Japan. Though Kimi ni Todoke is
only her second series following many one-shot stories, it has already racked up
accolades from various “Best Manga of the Year” lists. Winner of the
2008 Kodansha Manga Award for the shojo category, Kimi ni Todoke also placed
fifth in the first-ever Manga Taisho (Cartoon Grand Prize) contest in 2008. In
Japan, an animated TV series debuted in October 2009, and a live-action film
released in 2010.