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Death Note Black Edition, Vol. 1

The beginning of a dark and gripping tale

Tsugumi Ohba author Takeshi Obata illustrator

Format:Paperback

Publisher:Viz Media, Subs. of Shogakukan Inc

Published:20th Jan '11

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This volume introduces Light Yagami, a student who discovers the Death Note and vows to eliminate evil, leading to a deadly game with detective L.

The Death Note Black Edition, Vol. 1 presents the gripping story of Light Yagami, a brilliant high school student who is disillusioned with the state of the world. His mundane life takes a dramatic turn when he stumbles upon a mysterious notebook known as the Death Note, which has the power to kill anyone whose name is inscribed within its pages. This discovery ignites a moral conflict within Light as he grapples with the temptation to use this newfound power to eliminate evil and create a utopia free from crime.

As Light begins to implement his plan, the world is thrown into chaos, and the bodies of criminals start to pile up. In response, law enforcement agencies are thrown into a frenzy, prompting the involvement of the enigmatic detective known as L. L is determined to uncover the identity of the killer, leading to a high-stakes game of cat and mouse between him and Light. With each passing moment, the tension escalates as Light risks losing everything he holds dear, including his life.

The Death Note Black Edition, Vol. 1 not only showcases the thrilling narrative filled with suspense and moral dilemmas but also explores themes of justice, power, and the consequences of playing god. As readers delve into this dark and thought-provoking tale, they will find themselves questioning the very nature of good and evil.

ISBN: 9781421539645

Dimensions: 214mm x 143mm x 30mm

Weight: 442g

392 pages