Product Description

Ever since a brief stint as a child model, Hikaru has been tormented by jealous classmates. All she wanted was to blend in, but things get worse when she transfers to an elite school for girls because her new roommate, Izumi, is a super-popular TV idol! But Izumi is far from the perfect girlfriend that is her onscreen persona. When Hikaru learns the truth - that Izumi is actually a guy - Izumi and his bodyguard will resort to any means to keep her silent. Wherever Izumi goes, scandal follows, and now Hikaru's along for the ride! From brand-new publisher Go! Comi, an imprint of Go! Media Entertainment.

Product Details

• Amazon Sales Rank: #285169 in Books
• Published on: 2005-11-02
• Original language: English
• Number of items: 1
• Binding: Paperback
• 200 pages

Customer Reviews

Tenshi Ja Nai
At first I thought I might not like it but it turned out it was really good. To many people want to put in some sort of hard thinking when it comes to books I just want to read and enjoy. It had a pretty good ending. I hope to see more from this author.

A Real Page Turner!
While browsing in the book store, reflecting sadly on how they still do NOT have the new Hana-Kimi I stumbled upon this nugget of gold. TJN is one of the best mangas I have read in a long time. The story is a common one, a cross dressing protagonist meets a member of the opposite sex and chaos ensues.

This time, sort of in the strand of W Juliet, the cross dresser is a guy. And his alter ego, Izumi Kido, is a teen idol. He comes off somewhat ruthless, but he's definitely strong and smart. I have already read volume 2 and 3 so I can honestly say that he fleshes out a little more and becomes more human. Also, his reasons are explained a little more in depth which makes you start to like him more. As a girl Izumi may be beautiful but when he puts on his `disguises' and masquerades as a guy he is gorgeous! Bishounen are always a plus in my book!

The main female is also a treat; Hikaru is a great foil for Izumi's coldness, because she is so warm and sweet. Even though she says she just wants to blend in with the scenery; she stands out of the crowd whether she wants to or not. She's great at sports and she becomes a loyal friend to Izumi although she is sort of forced into it.

I can't wait to see where this series goes, from what I have already seen it has Romance, Intrigue, Scandal and Fun, all wrapped up in a gender-bender comedy.

The Verdict:
Anyone who is looking for a manga that can be romantic, funny and serious all at the same time, pick up Tenshi Ja Nai!! A+

Same Television, different channel.
Hikaru just wanted a normal life. She didn't wish to stand out or be noticed in any way, shape or form. But now she is roommates with a female pop star, Izumi Kido, a true TV idol and everybody notices her. Then she finds out that the TV idol everybody loves and worships is NOT a girl. And things go downhill from there. Blackmail, lies and photographs!
Interesting idea but between Ramna 1/2 and W Juliet there are already tons of stories about boys being girls for one reason or another. There are a few twists and turns but I found Hikaru quick willingness to give in to Izumi a tad too weird. Or too plot driven?
A good story but not a great one. I plan to follow the next few volumes and see what happens from there.