Obviously, any hardcore Death Note fan will want this novel. It takes place before any events dealing with Kira. This novel gives a more in-depth look into, and is centered around, the character Naomi Misora, back when she first teamed up with L during a spree of serial murders in L.A., set forth by a man known as BB, or just B. It’s good being able to get a glimpse into Misora’s character, as she had such a small role in the manga. Seeing how L operated pre-Kira is also fascinating, and the mysterious B never ceased to amaze through the story.

You might even end up like me and end up feeling a bit of love for the murderer and his clever mind, who knows? It’s a must have for all DN fans.

As a long-time Dir en Grey fan, I can say I love this album. I remember bawling a bit to myself while buying the super-expensive Japan-exclusive special edition, but when it came in the mail and I popped it into my CD player, I was ecstatic, lacking any regret whatsoever for dishing out the large sum of money.

Many of the songs, much to my joy, have a ring of oldschool Diru music. There wasn’t much more I could ask for on this album, and I still proudly rock out to it even months after it’s been released. I think I may very well end up sitting around in some rocking chair enjoying this when I’m some old croon trying to relive the days of her youth.

As this is a hide album, you can be guaranteed it’s deliciousness to your ears, or your money back.

Of course, I could just be a bit biased since hide is an amazing musician in my opinion.