The Yearning Fox Lies in Wait by Nauru
Rating: 4/5
Release Date: 21 May 2024

In the year 1920, during the 9th year of the Taisho Period, Kiyo Fukasaku, a devoted scholar, celebrates his acceptance into the prestigious Imperial University. Eager to embark on his new journey in the capital city, his excitement fades when he quickly finds himself lost and facing hardships on his very first day.

However, fortune smiles upon him when he encounters Ozaki, a peculiar and seemingly affluent individual, who offers Kiyo shelter in his grand mansion upon learning of his financial woes. Yet, Ozaki harbors a secret - he is a fox spirit with a mysterious connection to Kiyo's grandfather, Seishirou.

In gratitude for Seishirou's past kindness, Ozaki extends an invitation for Kiyo to reside with him. As Kiyo delves deeper into this enigmatic bond between Ozaki and Seishirou, he unravels a complex web of relationships and questions what implications it holds for both himself and Ozaki.

This was my first time reading Manga I was pleasantly taken aback by the adorable storyline and the seamless readability.

Thank you so much to Netgalley, Kodansha Comics, and the author, Nmura, for providing me with a copy of this book in exchange for an honest and fair review.