The Summer Hikaru Died, Vol. 2

光が死んだ夏 [Hikaru ga Shinda Natsu] (Light Novel) #2

by Mio Nukaga, Ajani Oloye (Translator), Mokumokuren (Original Author)

Something has replaced Yoshiki’s best friend Hikaru Indou. Yoshiki knows this, but he can’t bear to leave this new Hikaru’s side. As the pair return to their old routines together, Hikaru shows more and more frightening signs that he’s not human, and that’s when Yoshiki accepts that he may have to resort to drastic measures. Meanwhile, a mysterious man named Tanaka has found a lead on the eldritch being he believes is connected to the strange incidents occurring in Kubitachi—and it takes him straight to Yoshiki and Hikaru…

Genres: Light Novel

194 pages, Paperback

First published July 4, 2025

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Reviews

[Yeeilin Avila · Rating 5 out of 5]

6 star read! Mio Nukaga you have done it yet again! The way she takes an already meaningful scene and makes it even MORE impactful never stops to amaze me! <3
This characters and world are truly rooted into my heart, this series is officially one of my favorite pieces of media ever! 🥹❤️
There’s nothing more I need to say, I have already expressed my amazement towards this series on my manga volume reviews, but I’m going to say one last thing! I sound like a broken record but, Yoshiki and “Hikaru” are genuinely soulmates, and this 2nd light novel proves it even more!
I can not wait for volume 3 I need to know how Nukaga will describe my precious boys Yoshiki and “Hikaru”
Mokumokuren you’re an absolute genius. <3
Also, reading this in summer break feels SO right since my favorite scenes are from volumes 5 and 6 which takes place in summer!!!

[Hannah Tiffany · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing installment! As a lover of the manga, these novelizations have been such a blessing. I truly recommend reading both! Overall, this is just such a good series, and I am very excited for volume three!

[Claire · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.75 ⭐
This volume builds on the mystery of the village and Hikaru with some revelations and even more questions brought up.
A well written volume that's a short, easy read.

[Yeeilin Avila · Rating 5 out of 5]

6🌟