But when several books are stolen from the library, triggering an ancient curse, the town is transformed according to the various stories—and the only way to put things right is for Mifuyu to catch the thief. Hosoda, the mad genius behind my favorite anime film of all time, Summer Wars, is also the visionary behind such animated marvels as Belle, Wolf Children, The Boy and the Beast, and The Girl Who Leapt Through Time. After failing at her mission and finding herself gravely injured in the Otherworld that exists somewhere between life and death, she encounters an idealistic young man from our present day who not only helps her to heal but also shows her the possibility of a future free of bitterness and rage.
Author: Steve Seigh
Published at: 2026-01-10 19:00:00
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