The Third Volume 1

On a barren, sandy Earth following the Great War, where technology is controled by an elite known as "The Third" because of the red eye on their foreheads, Honoka, who will one day be known as "Sword Dancer," becomes a professional Dune Runner.

Grade 10 Up—In this manga prequel to the anime series of the same title, readers are introduced to Honoka, a young woman who "will be called the 'Sword Dancer' in the future." Honoka lives in a barren sandy version of Earth; it's all that is left after the "Great War." A ruling class known as "The Third," named for the red third eye in the center of their foreheads, controls the world's technology and cares little for the common people. In this volume, Honoka embarks on her first assignments in her quest to become a professional Dune Runner. While fans of the anime will be interested in Honoka's early days, newcomers will enjoy the strong female lead and quick-paced action.—Beth Gallego, Los Angeles Public Library, North Hollywood
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