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Luca the Dragon Vet 2
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Expected publication October 27, 2026
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September 11, 2026
[Thanks to NetGalley and Kodansha for a copy of this manga in exchange for an unbiased review.]
I’m just loving this series so much and I am happy that the second volume remains as strong as the first one. It has so much to say and manages to say a lot of it without being preachy, which is quite the feat.
The volume is mainly focused on a massive accident that puts both humans and dragons alike in a dangerous situation and, with all hands on deck, our leads are on site to do what they do best. By which I mean be told to do one thing and then do another.
Yet that doesn’t come without consequence and I think this ably splits the difference between portraying Luca as a hero who breaks all the rules and gets results and somebody who is reckless with human life and less so with dragon life.
The medical staff are wholly focused on the human side of things, to the point where a wounded dragon is as good as dead to them. It’s basically two extremes being pushed together instead of attempting a middle ground.
And I was impressed at how it made the case that not making a choice is often as bad as making the wrong one. Chloe is decisive at one point, and, while that has both pluses and minuses, it’s a harsh outcome that would be far worse had she done nothing.
This is a very smart manga and I really appreciate that. It doesn’t get too stuck in its lore, but dollops it out in just the right amount. We need to know how dragons make fire, so we get a quick lesson (cleverly modeled after the bombardier beetle, which grounds it nicely). For those who want more, the notes between chapters exist.
I can see the bones of the story slowly setting into place. Because of the size of their charges, dragon vets need to operate as a team, and we see Jira, Luca, and Chloe continuing to bond. Jira being forced to reconsider her initial stance on Luca and becoming a tsundere over it has been a fun character arc.
And this volume brings the genius ice queen, Iessica, back into the fold. She’s pragmatic and hyper competent, but not without a heart, even though her brilliance does lead her to overlook solutions that aren’t quite by the book.
It’s nothing especially new, but the care that has gone into this is evident right on the page. Luca may not be the smartest right now, but she is a leader, for better and for worse. The four of them all bring something different to the mix and I am excited to see them bounce off one another more in future.
With so many life lessons we don’t get to dig too much into the other mysteries such as Luca’s dad, but there was more than enough great stuff already. And don’t fret, it’ll come back around to twist the knife right at the end. Maybe with a lesson on trust.
I think my only complaint is that the big lesson on teamwork might get a little syrupy, but it’s part of a pretty impressively done mini-arc for a minor character that wraps up neatly by the end. This does wear its heart on its sleeve a little, but I’m not against it in small doses
4.5 stars - still a solid story with better than average, well, everything. It might not be quite as impactful as the first volume, but the depth more than makes up for that in my book (and this one).
I’m just loving this series so much and I am happy that the second volume remains as strong as the first one. It has so much to say and manages to say a lot of it without being preachy, which is quite the feat.
The volume is mainly focused on a massive accident that puts both humans and dragons alike in a dangerous situation and, with all hands on deck, our leads are on site to do what they do best. By which I mean be told to do one thing and then do another.
Yet that doesn’t come without consequence and I think this ably splits the difference between portraying Luca as a hero who breaks all the rules and gets results and somebody who is reckless with human life and less so with dragon life.
The medical staff are wholly focused on the human side of things, to the point where a wounded dragon is as good as dead to them. It’s basically two extremes being pushed together instead of attempting a middle ground.
And I was impressed at how it made the case that not making a choice is often as bad as making the wrong one. Chloe is decisive at one point, and, while that has both pluses and minuses, it’s a harsh outcome that would be far worse had she done nothing.
This is a very smart manga and I really appreciate that. It doesn’t get too stuck in its lore, but dollops it out in just the right amount. We need to know how dragons make fire, so we get a quick lesson (cleverly modeled after the bombardier beetle, which grounds it nicely). For those who want more, the notes between chapters exist.
I can see the bones of the story slowly setting into place. Because of the size of their charges, dragon vets need to operate as a team, and we see Jira, Luca, and Chloe continuing to bond. Jira being forced to reconsider her initial stance on Luca and becoming a tsundere over it has been a fun character arc.
And this volume brings the genius ice queen, Iessica, back into the fold. She’s pragmatic and hyper competent, but not without a heart, even though her brilliance does lead her to overlook solutions that aren’t quite by the book.
It’s nothing especially new, but the care that has gone into this is evident right on the page. Luca may not be the smartest right now, but she is a leader, for better and for worse. The four of them all bring something different to the mix and I am excited to see them bounce off one another more in future.
With so many life lessons we don’t get to dig too much into the other mysteries such as Luca’s dad, but there was more than enough great stuff already. And don’t fret, it’ll come back around to twist the knife right at the end. Maybe with a lesson on trust.
I think my only complaint is that the big lesson on teamwork might get a little syrupy, but it’s part of a pretty impressively done mini-arc for a minor character that wraps up neatly by the end. This does wear its heart on its sleeve a little, but I’m not against it in small doses
4.5 stars - still a solid story with better than average, well, everything. It might not be quite as impactful as the first volume, but the depth more than makes up for that in my book (and this one).
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
On the surface this is a cute comic about Luca following her dreams to become the very best vet in the whole wide world! But it’s not that simple. Her island is at war, her father is perhaps a traitor to her country, her mother is a patient in a psychiatric hospital, and all Luca can do is her best. And then tragedy happens. A train carrying fire breathing dragons has crashed, leaving wounded humans and dragons needing medical help, and it’s all hands on deck.
But Luca and her friends aren’t there to save dragons, they’re there to triage them. Human lives are the priority, and we see Luca first unable to save a dragon … and then refusing to give up on a second one. But the longer the surgery goes on, the more the dragon is bleeding, the more overwhelmed Luca becomes, and it’s nice to see her ask for help, to realize that some things can’t be done alone — with a lovely callback to that scene later on in the issue — and coming to her aid is Iessica, the genius.
This leads to a conversation about conservation vs. compassion. Is it possible to save the dragon? Yes, but only by taking away his ability to breathe fire. This is a rare breed and it’s possible that by saving him they’re able to help him live long enough to breed, and through that offspring replace him. Maybe they’d even be lucky enough to get more than one, which is a net positive. This is why Iessica is helping, to preserve the breed rather than the dragon, while Luca is trying to save the dragon himself.
By removing his ability to breathe fire they’re lessening the quality of his life. He may become depressed, violent; he may fade away regardless of all their work. Knowing that, is it still worth a traumatic surgery in a dying dragon? Yes, there’s an excellent chance they can save him, but is that the right thing to do?
This series keeps peeling back layers on the characters, giving them depth and nuance and real world situations leading to complex and difficult questions. I enjoyed the first graphic novel, but I think I love this one, and I cannot wait to see the next. I’ve already ordered physical copies for my shelves.
Thank you so very, very much to Net Galley and the publisher for the ARC.
But Luca and her friends aren’t there to save dragons, they’re there to triage them. Human lives are the priority, and we see Luca first unable to save a dragon … and then refusing to give up on a second one. But the longer the surgery goes on, the more the dragon is bleeding, the more overwhelmed Luca becomes, and it’s nice to see her ask for help, to realize that some things can’t be done alone — with a lovely callback to that scene later on in the issue — and coming to her aid is Iessica, the genius.
This leads to a conversation about conservation vs. compassion. Is it possible to save the dragon? Yes, but only by taking away his ability to breathe fire. This is a rare breed and it’s possible that by saving him they’re able to help him live long enough to breed, and through that offspring replace him. Maybe they’d even be lucky enough to get more than one, which is a net positive. This is why Iessica is helping, to preserve the breed rather than the dragon, while Luca is trying to save the dragon himself.
By removing his ability to breathe fire they’re lessening the quality of his life. He may become depressed, violent; he may fade away regardless of all their work. Knowing that, is it still worth a traumatic surgery in a dying dragon? Yes, there’s an excellent chance they can save him, but is that the right thing to do?
This series keeps peeling back layers on the characters, giving them depth and nuance and real world situations leading to complex and difficult questions. I enjoyed the first graphic novel, but I think I love this one, and I cannot wait to see the next. I’ve already ordered physical copies for my shelves.
Thank you so very, very much to Net Galley and the publisher for the ARC.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley, Kodansha Comics, and Yuna Hirasawa for the opportunity to read Luca the Dragon Vet Volume 2.
Luca the Dragon Vet Vol. 2 continues to follow Luca and her classmates as they attend university for dragon veterinary science. When an intense train wreck occurs nearby, they are sent to do triage work as practice. Many human and dragon lives are on the line, and it goes against everything they are working toward when they are told to not step in.
Of course, Luca goes against the grain. Why be a dragon vet if she can't help the dragons she is schooling for? The commentary on the value of human lives versus dragon lives makes for an interesting element. It's like today, if you are a veterinarian, you are probably aiming to save animal lives over people lives, because you chose that path for a reason and that is what you value more. Or choosing to be a doctor, showing you value human lives more. It was just an interesting dynamic, as I considered myself in Luca's situation and how if I were going to school to be a dragon vet, I would absolutely do everything in my power to save a dragon first, but also knowing some of the dragons are in a predicament that puts other humans at risk too. So there's a give-and-take to it.
We also get a little bit more revealed about Luca's past and the supposed treason her father committed, but no definite answers, leaving the series to have some elements of mystery surrounding the main character for the reader to look forward to.
I really loved this volume. Dragon lovers, this one is definitely for you, but be warned: I was a bit upset at certain aspects of the train accident. You will be sad, but you will also feel hopeful at the saved dragon lives, the techniques the students use, their coming together for a cause, and possibly even have fun with the bonus pages that feature various dragon veterinary instruments on the market!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.
Luca the Dragon Vet Vol. 2 continues to follow Luca and her classmates as they attend university for dragon veterinary science. When an intense train wreck occurs nearby, they are sent to do triage work as practice. Many human and dragon lives are on the line, and it goes against everything they are working toward when they are told to not step in.
Of course, Luca goes against the grain. Why be a dragon vet if she can't help the dragons she is schooling for? The commentary on the value of human lives versus dragon lives makes for an interesting element. It's like today, if you are a veterinarian, you are probably aiming to save animal lives over people lives, because you chose that path for a reason and that is what you value more. Or choosing to be a doctor, showing you value human lives more. It was just an interesting dynamic, as I considered myself in Luca's situation and how if I were going to school to be a dragon vet, I would absolutely do everything in my power to save a dragon first, but also knowing some of the dragons are in a predicament that puts other humans at risk too. So there's a give-and-take to it.
We also get a little bit more revealed about Luca's past and the supposed treason her father committed, but no definite answers, leaving the series to have some elements of mystery surrounding the main character for the reader to look forward to.
I really loved this volume. Dragon lovers, this one is definitely for you, but be warned: I was a bit upset at certain aspects of the train accident. You will be sad, but you will also feel hopeful at the saved dragon lives, the techniques the students use, their coming together for a cause, and possibly even have fun with the bonus pages that feature various dragon veterinary instruments on the market!
I received a copy of this book from the publisher.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
*I received an ARC from NetGalley and the publisher in exchange for an honest review*
I absolutely loved the whimsy of the first volume, I was absolutely pulled into this fantastical world of dragon veterinarians, and I'm so happy to say that this second volume just picks up the pace and still has so much of the magic, intensity and raw emotion the first volume brought me.
Luca continues her training to become an officially licensed vet, yet a disaster strikes, requiring all trainees to join the professionals when a train carrying fire dragons overturns. I truly felt the danger and chaos all around Luca as she tries to help, and struggles with her feelings in the process. Joined by her friends, Jira, Chloe and Iessica, the girls fight to do what they think is right, whilst dealing with their own personal struggles.
I really liked the frienships blossoming in this volume, especially between the rivals Luca and Iessica, they have more in common then they thought, and it was nice to see them join up and perform an emergency surgery on a dying dragon.
The artwork like before was fantastic. The chaotic and saddening scenes were so well portrayed, and the dragons are so cute and unique! The little snippets of information between each chapter add to the world building too.
Slowly some backstories are being revealed, especially Luca's and her familial struggles. Everyone is still hesitant when it comes to what to think of her late father, and the volume ends on a big cliffhanger. I can't wait to read more, this series reminds me so much of all my favourite mangas!
5/5 🌟
I absolutely loved the whimsy of the first volume, I was absolutely pulled into this fantastical world of dragon veterinarians, and I'm so happy to say that this second volume just picks up the pace and still has so much of the magic, intensity and raw emotion the first volume brought me.
Luca continues her training to become an officially licensed vet, yet a disaster strikes, requiring all trainees to join the professionals when a train carrying fire dragons overturns. I truly felt the danger and chaos all around Luca as she tries to help, and struggles with her feelings in the process. Joined by her friends, Jira, Chloe and Iessica, the girls fight to do what they think is right, whilst dealing with their own personal struggles.
I really liked the frienships blossoming in this volume, especially between the rivals Luca and Iessica, they have more in common then they thought, and it was nice to see them join up and perform an emergency surgery on a dying dragon.
The artwork like before was fantastic. The chaotic and saddening scenes were so well portrayed, and the dragons are so cute and unique! The little snippets of information between each chapter add to the world building too.
Slowly some backstories are being revealed, especially Luca's and her familial struggles. Everyone is still hesitant when it comes to what to think of her late father, and the volume ends on a big cliffhanger. I can't wait to read more, this series reminds me so much of all my favourite mangas!
5/5 🌟
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Luca the Dragon Vet Volume 2 brings the characters from volume 1 into new challenges (primarily, a downed train with explosive dragons), and young trainee Luca has to weigh what her father has taught her with what she's actively seeing...how can a girl who believes every life is valuable see dragons suffering while the humans are prioritized to the point of the dragons dying?
One thing I've loved seeing about this series is how it raises so many ethical questions that vets have to ask themselves (and first responders also have to ask themselves very similar questions!), and this volume is no different as Luca navigates the wreck. Meanwhile, secrets still abound! I'd love to get some more answers, but hey, in Witch Hat Atelier, we had to wait a looooooong time to get answers about Quifrey's secrets! However, I'm surprised by how Chloe is just letting the secrets rest without pushing further! Also, this book did seem to have a bit of a choppy time skip from Volume 1 to Volume 2.
That being said, I loved that we got to see more of Iessica's character shine! I'd suspected we would see more of her, and her interactions with Luca were fantastic--she's clearly a prodigy (much like Agott from WHA) and is very factual, but I suspect we'll see a much softer side of her soon! I also love how Jira refuses to let Luca blame herself for Jira's actions! All in all, a wonderful addition to this manga perfect for fans of Witch Hat Atelier, vets, dragons, and ethical considerations!
Favorite quote:
"What matters is we keep moving forward, even if we have to carry those things with us. Because if we stop, that means saving fewer lives in the time we've been given."
One thing I've loved seeing about this series is how it raises so many ethical questions that vets have to ask themselves (and first responders also have to ask themselves very similar questions!), and this volume is no different as Luca navigates the wreck. Meanwhile, secrets still abound! I'd love to get some more answers, but hey, in Witch Hat Atelier, we had to wait a looooooong time to get answers about Quifrey's secrets! However, I'm surprised by how Chloe is just letting the secrets rest without pushing further! Also, this book did seem to have a bit of a choppy time skip from Volume 1 to Volume 2.
That being said, I loved that we got to see more of Iessica's character shine! I'd suspected we would see more of her, and her interactions with Luca were fantastic--she's clearly a prodigy (much like Agott from WHA) and is very factual, but I suspect we'll see a much softer side of her soon! I also love how Jira refuses to let Luca blame herself for Jira's actions! All in all, a wonderful addition to this manga perfect for fans of Witch Hat Atelier, vets, dragons, and ethical considerations!
Favorite quote:
"What matters is we keep moving forward, even if we have to carry those things with us. Because if we stop, that means saving fewer lives in the time we've been given."
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
The adventures of Luca, Jira, Chloe and Iessica continues in volume 2! Our favorite Dragon Veterinarians are back - and the stakes just got raised for them. I absolutely loved volume one, so when I saw volume two on NetGalley you can bet I clicked that request button immediately! I am happy to report this does *not* suffer from "second book slump", in fact I think I enjoyed this one even more than the first. I was really surprised when I read the author note at the end saying they didn't have any medical experience. The entire time I was reading this I kept thinking "man does this author/artist do something in the medical field for a living?". You can absolutely see all the research that went into this. Although we do see some quick thinking in volume one, we get even more of it here. I also really loved the way they explored the ethical / moral dilemmas more in depth in this one and showed how there isn't really a white/black answers in these high-stakes situations.
The artwork is so whimsical, I love the uniform designs, it's easy to tell each character apart, and the mythical creatures (each "dragons" though not always as you'd expect dragons to look) are so magical. Would absolutely recommend this series - especially for those who loved Apothecary Diaries or Witch Hat Atelier.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the ARC in exchange for an honest review! All opinions are my own.
The artwork is so whimsical, I love the uniform designs, it's easy to tell each character apart, and the mythical creatures (each "dragons" though not always as you'd expect dragons to look) are so magical. Would absolutely recommend this series - especially for those who loved Apothecary Diaries or Witch Hat Atelier.
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the ARC in exchange for an honest review! All opinions are my own.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I dare to say the second volume is even better than the first, partly because of how streamlined it is in its storytelling now that so much table setting was done in the first volume.
"Good intentions don't save lives" is perhaps the best bit of dialogue that can sum up the major tale in this volume, where a mass accident leaves Luca and friends struggling to weigh up what their conscience demands they do and what their professors have told them to do as students. And how you decide on a course of action when there are beings in all directions that need your help. Regret is perhaps inevitable when a profession demands such fast action as a medical practitioner, and we see Luca struggling with her all-loving nature being at odds with the complicated reality of treating what are essentially bioweapons in a post war landscape. She wants to do the right thing! But how can you ALWAYS know what the right thing to do is?
We also get some tantalizing tidbits about Siegfried and Luca's pasts that leave me even more excited to see what is to come in volume 3!
"Good intentions don't save lives" is perhaps the best bit of dialogue that can sum up the major tale in this volume, where a mass accident leaves Luca and friends struggling to weigh up what their conscience demands they do and what their professors have told them to do as students. And how you decide on a course of action when there are beings in all directions that need your help. Regret is perhaps inevitable when a profession demands such fast action as a medical practitioner, and we see Luca struggling with her all-loving nature being at odds with the complicated reality of treating what are essentially bioweapons in a post war landscape. She wants to do the right thing! But how can you ALWAYS know what the right thing to do is?
We also get some tantalizing tidbits about Siegfried and Luca's pasts that leave me even more excited to see what is to come in volume 3!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I originally picked this one up to read with my daughters because, I mean… dragons AND veterinarians? Such a cute concept. 🐉😂 My oldest definitely enjoyed it more at first, but we ultimately stopped reading it together because it was too advanced for them.
Even though it has a fun fantasy premise, I definitely agree with the Teen/YA age range. There are some heavier situations and more complex themes surrounding emergencies, injuries, and the value of human versus dragon lives that younger kids may not fully understand or be ready for.
For me personally, I thought the concept was really creative. I enjoyed seeing Luca and the other students actually learning how to care for dragons and being thrown into situations where there isn’t always an easy or obvious answer. I also liked that the story continues to give us little pieces of Luca’s background while leaving some mystery for future volumes.
Overall, I thought it was a good read, just not quite the right fit for my girls yet. I think older kids, teens, and especially manga readers who love dragons and fantasy adventures will appreciate this one much more.
Even though it has a fun fantasy premise, I definitely agree with the Teen/YA age range. There are some heavier situations and more complex themes surrounding emergencies, injuries, and the value of human versus dragon lives that younger kids may not fully understand or be ready for.
For me personally, I thought the concept was really creative. I enjoyed seeing Luca and the other students actually learning how to care for dragons and being thrown into situations where there isn’t always an easy or obvious answer. I also liked that the story continues to give us little pieces of Luca’s background while leaving some mystery for future volumes.
Overall, I thought it was a good read, just not quite the right fit for my girls yet. I think older kids, teens, and especially manga readers who love dragons and fantasy adventures will appreciate this one much more.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
In the second volume of Luca the Dragon Vet, we follow our heroine's journey at the school of dracology as she takes up her training to the next level - field experience!
This volume continues the story naturally and wastes absolutely no time, adding in more action and training as the dragon vet trainees learn how to really save some dragon lives. And what a journey it was! I also enjoyed the tidbits of dragon fauna information interspersed between chapters about creatures in the world.
As always, the art was very scenic in the book, and the character drawings conveyed the necessary emotions during some emotional scenes. As we get a deeper view of this world, Adnogg, the plot also fills in the lore and backstory of the realm, making me appreciate the overall set-up of the plot even more. There was a good mix of feel-good moments, light comedy, and hard-hitting moments that we see our main characters face. A thoroughly enjoyable cozy dragon fantasy for the feels.
This volume continues the story naturally and wastes absolutely no time, adding in more action and training as the dragon vet trainees learn how to really save some dragon lives. And what a journey it was! I also enjoyed the tidbits of dragon fauna information interspersed between chapters about creatures in the world.
As always, the art was very scenic in the book, and the character drawings conveyed the necessary emotions during some emotional scenes. As we get a deeper view of this world, Adnogg, the plot also fills in the lore and backstory of the realm, making me appreciate the overall set-up of the plot even more. There was a good mix of feel-good moments, light comedy, and hard-hitting moments that we see our main characters face. A thoroughly enjoyable cozy dragon fantasy for the feels.
September 12, 2026
I received an ARC of this book at no charge. This is my honest, voluntary review.
I really love this series and I’m glad I got to read the second volume too. The first one was definitely an introduction to the world and the characters, while the second one serves gutpunch after gutpunch of difficult questions when it comes to saving and prioritizing lives. The girls all have different principles and it’s nice to see them working together here, even when they disagree with each other.
Luca keeps having to decide between her beliefs of saving every dragon and her orders, and with how stressful this one was, I’m curious to see if she can keep holding onto them in the future, when things get even harder. What we learn about her parents is *brutal*.
I also love seeing more different types of dragons and the surprisingly deep explanations of their anatomy and behavior, and I really want to know what Siegfried is hiding.
I really love this series and I’m glad I got to read the second volume too. The first one was definitely an introduction to the world and the characters, while the second one serves gutpunch after gutpunch of difficult questions when it comes to saving and prioritizing lives. The girls all have different principles and it’s nice to see them working together here, even when they disagree with each other.
Luca keeps having to decide between her beliefs of saving every dragon and her orders, and with how stressful this one was, I’m curious to see if she can keep holding onto them in the future, when things get even harder. What we learn about her parents is *brutal*.
I also love seeing more different types of dragons and the surprisingly deep explanations of their anatomy and behavior, and I really want to know what Siegfried is hiding.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
This is a delightful fantasy series. Having read comic 1, I was excited to open Luca Dragon Vet 2.
Luca, Jira and Chloe have begun their studies at Cogniel Academy of Dracology. With determination and much trepidation they are helping in an emergency. As students they are expected to triage fire dragons caught in a train accident.
Luca finds herself with a major dilemma. To her dragons are equally important to save as humans. But others with more experience have an expectation that humans should be saved first.
So when Luca finds a fire dragons, injured but protecting a young girl, the fire in her belly burns. Her belligerence means she must make a choice to listen or save.
She are friends have already shown that listening is not an option they are willing to do where saving dragons is concerned.
Thank you to Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for the comic ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.
Luca, Jira and Chloe have begun their studies at Cogniel Academy of Dracology. With determination and much trepidation they are helping in an emergency. As students they are expected to triage fire dragons caught in a train accident.
Luca finds herself with a major dilemma. To her dragons are equally important to save as humans. But others with more experience have an expectation that humans should be saved first.
So when Luca finds a fire dragons, injured but protecting a young girl, the fire in her belly burns. Her belligerence means she must make a choice to listen or save.
She are friends have already shown that listening is not an option they are willing to do where saving dragons is concerned.
Thank you to Kodansha Comics and NetGalley for the comic ARC. The views expressed are all mine, freely given.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Oh this series is just so cute, I can't wait to keep going! It follows a young girl name Luca and her friend while they train to be dragon vets at the academy. In this installment all the dragon vets are called to help with an emergency situation, and Luca must decide whether or not to break the rules and help save a dragons life while she's supposed to be doing something else.
Honestly I really like all the characters, I feel like I'm getting to know each girl and they all have such distinct personalities. This book would be great for anyone 10+ and both installments so far have been super engaging. I will definitely continue with the series and rate both this book and the 1st installment 5 stars!
Thanks so much to NetGalley and Kodansha Comic for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Honestly I really like all the characters, I feel like I'm getting to know each girl and they all have such distinct personalities. This book would be great for anyone 10+ and both installments so far have been super engaging. I will definitely continue with the series and rate both this book and the 1st installment 5 stars!
Thanks so much to NetGalley and Kodansha Comic for providing an ARC in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
*ARC generously provided by the publisher via NetGalley*
This was a very exciting addition to the story. The trainees are sent out to the site of a devastating train wreck full of dragons. The girls are tasked with triaging dragons but not treating them. They're also told that human lives are more important and force one to move, further injuring it, in order to get to a trapped little girl. That doesn't sit well with Luca. She convinces Jira and Chloe to cover for her while she stabilizes the dragon in order to be able to move it. Jira gets hurt and their professor scolds Luca for not following directions. Everyone learns some lessons that should make them better vets in the future. There's some character growth and the girls mature a little. Luca and Jira get featured in an article that is going to turn their lives upside down for a while.
This was a very exciting addition to the story. The trainees are sent out to the site of a devastating train wreck full of dragons. The girls are tasked with triaging dragons but not treating them. They're also told that human lives are more important and force one to move, further injuring it, in order to get to a trapped little girl. That doesn't sit well with Luca. She convinces Jira and Chloe to cover for her while she stabilizes the dragon in order to be able to move it. Jira gets hurt and their professor scolds Luca for not following directions. Everyone learns some lessons that should make them better vets in the future. There's some character growth and the girls mature a little. Luca and Jira get featured in an article that is going to turn their lives upside down for a while.
September 6, 2026
Volume 2 tightens the storytelling and raises the emotional stakes with a dramatic emergency that tests the trainees’ training and conscience. The pacing is pretty confident, with dialogue and scenes timed for maximum impact, and the character development especially for Luca and her classmates feels earned. The manga explores heavy themes like professional responsibility and regret while keeping warm, heartfelt moments and imaginative creature design.
The artwork is gorgeous, world-building progresses naturally, and the author’s note adds a pleasant behind the scenes touch. Overall this is a more focused, strong follow-up to the first volume. I am looking forward to the next volume in this series.
Thank you to NetGalley, Yuna Hirasawa and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.
The artwork is gorgeous, world-building progresses naturally, and the author’s note adds a pleasant behind the scenes touch. Overall this is a more focused, strong follow-up to the first volume. I am looking forward to the next volume in this series.
Thank you to NetGalley, Yuna Hirasawa and the publisher for the eARC in exchange for an honest review.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Luca is continuing her training to become a Dragon Vet. The first book was an introduction to the world and characters, but this book tackles the hard choices a vet has to make. A lot of ethical questions were raised whether one life is worth more than another.
It is a treat to see Luca understand that being a vet has more impact than 'just' saving dragons and growing with a new understanding of her chosen craft.
The designs of all the new types of dragons are interesting and the medical jargon makes it feel like being a dragon veterinarian is a real education.
Thank you to Yuna Hirasawa, Kodansha Comics, and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
3.5 stars rounded up
It is a treat to see Luca understand that being a vet has more impact than 'just' saving dragons and growing with a new understanding of her chosen craft.
The designs of all the new types of dragons are interesting and the medical jargon makes it feel like being a dragon veterinarian is a real education.
Thank you to Yuna Hirasawa, Kodansha Comics, and Netgalley for the ARC in exchange for an honest review.
3.5 stars rounded up
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Amazed that I got to read Volume 2!
Luca is back in action in saving dragons.
A train suddenly derails and all the dragon vets, trainees and health assistants are alerted to attend the emergency.
The train has humans and dragons, and the rules are to save the humans first... Luca spots an injured dragon with a trapped girl inside. She tries to save the dragon as well as rescue the girl from any further injuries.
Will Luca be able to save this dragon or will it die? Will Luca get her punishment for saving another dragon in an awkward situation?
Thanks to Netgalley and Kodansha Comics for this ARC!
Luca is back in action in saving dragons.
A train suddenly derails and all the dragon vets, trainees and health assistants are alerted to attend the emergency.
The train has humans and dragons, and the rules are to save the humans first... Luca spots an injured dragon with a trapped girl inside. She tries to save the dragon as well as rescue the girl from any further injuries.
Will Luca be able to save this dragon or will it die? Will Luca get her punishment for saving another dragon in an awkward situation?
Thanks to Netgalley and Kodansha Comics for this ARC!
September 7, 2026
This volume continued explorations of a world where dragons are both resources and living things that people devote their life to. Luca and her classmates are put in a situation where they practice emergency medicine and are confronted with the question of how to value the lives of humans vs. dragons. We also learn more about Luca's family and get the fall out of the article about the apprentice vets. It's a solid issue that has some interesting development with a little less of the direct medical depiction of the first issue.
Thanks to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the ARC of this book.
Thanks to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the ARC of this book.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
One of my favourite details is the extra information that appears between chapters. It helps readers understand this world full of dragons without interrupting the story.
This second volume explores Luca's character in greater depth and shows how her life gradually changes as she learns to become a dragon veterinarian. The story touches on her family situation, making it easier to empathize with her and understand her motivations.
I really enjoy this cozy world. The attention to detail, from the clothing to the purpose of each veterinary tool, makes everything feel carefully designed and believable.
This second volume explores Luca's character in greater depth and shows how her life gradually changes as she learns to become a dragon veterinarian. The story touches on her family situation, making it easier to empathize with her and understand her motivations.
I really enjoy this cozy world. The attention to detail, from the clothing to the purpose of each veterinary tool, makes everything feel carefully designed and believable.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you Netgalley for a copy of this story
I read the first volume of this a few months ago and have been waiting for the second volume. I was so excited when I was approved for this. While the series is rated 13+ I do think it's mature enough for older readers to enjoy as well. This volume featured drawings and descriptions of some of the medical tools the dragon vets use in the series and I loved that detail. I also was very interested in the thought of exploding dragons. I've read A LOT of dragon related books and none have ever mentioned something like that. I thought it was such a unique scene. This isn't even published yet and I'm already excited for the next volume
I read the first volume of this a few months ago and have been waiting for the second volume. I was so excited when I was approved for this. While the series is rated 13+ I do think it's mature enough for older readers to enjoy as well. This volume featured drawings and descriptions of some of the medical tools the dragon vets use in the series and I loved that detail. I also was very interested in the thought of exploding dragons. I've read A LOT of dragon related books and none have ever mentioned something like that. I thought it was such a unique scene. This isn't even published yet and I'm already excited for the next volume
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
** I received an advanced copy of this book through Netgalley in exchange for an honest review. This book is scheduled to be published on October 27, 2026 in the US. **
Ooo this comic got dark fast. Persistent wonderful detail on the dragons anatomy in this world. This promises to touch on some spicy topics, maybe even the very next novel. I especially appreciated the information at the end talking about how the creator worked in tandem with a medical consultant to make sure that the dragon anatomies were believable/plausible. So much attention to detail. This manga makes you FEEL; excited to see what happens next.
Ooo this comic got dark fast. Persistent wonderful detail on the dragons anatomy in this world. This promises to touch on some spicy topics, maybe even the very next novel. I especially appreciated the information at the end talking about how the creator worked in tandem with a medical consultant to make sure that the dragon anatomies were believable/plausible. So much attention to detail. This manga makes you FEEL; excited to see what happens next.
September 19, 2026
With thanks to NetGalley and the publisher for the ARC!
I received the first volume of this series through NetGalley and enjoyed it, though I had some reservations. I must say this second volume did kick up the quality! Even the dragons look better than before.
The Big Storyline is nowhere closer to being resolved, but the characters get developed further and the relationships between them are allowed to grow. Luca gets to go through some moral quandaries which is fun. I'm curious to see where she will go next!
I received the first volume of this series through NetGalley and enjoyed it, though I had some reservations. I must say this second volume did kick up the quality! Even the dragons look better than before.
The Big Storyline is nowhere closer to being resolved, but the characters get developed further and the relationships between them are allowed to grow. Luca gets to go through some moral quandaries which is fun. I'm curious to see where she will go next!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you Kodansha, for the early review e-ARC!
Volume 2 ups the schoolwork for our favorite girls while they're learning more about becoming Dragon vets. A major incident happens and sends all nearby vets into emergency mode, and Luca has to learn about following rules she might not always agree with. The ending to Volume 2 has some secrets being blown open and we're left on a mighty cliffhanger.
This is easily becoming one of my top series of the year.
Volume 2 ups the schoolwork for our favorite girls while they're learning more about becoming Dragon vets. A major incident happens and sends all nearby vets into emergency mode, and Luca has to learn about following rules she might not always agree with. The ending to Volume 2 has some secrets being blown open and we're left on a mighty cliffhanger.
This is easily becoming one of my top series of the year.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
firstly, thank you to the publisher for an arc!
this is personally the first time i’ve seen a second volume in a series on netgalley!
luca the dragon vet is rated for teens 13+ but lowk this series is super gruesome and depressing! this volume focuses on a train accident that has numerous dragon and human causalities, and i feel it’s very grim, even for mid-age teens…
this is personally the first time i’ve seen a second volume in a series on netgalley!
luca the dragon vet is rated for teens 13+ but lowk this series is super gruesome and depressing! this volume focuses on a train accident that has numerous dragon and human causalities, and i feel it’s very grim, even for mid-age teens…
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
Volume 2 of Luca the Dragon Vet keeps the same beautiful artwork as the first, but the story takes a more complex turn.
Luca starts facing hard choices where saving a life comes at a heavy cost. It’s no longer a simple black-and-white story—the female characters show much more depth, and you can really feel the difficulty behind every decision they make. A great continuation!
Luca starts facing hard choices where saving a life comes at a heavy cost. It’s no longer a simple black-and-white story—the female characters show much more depth, and you can really feel the difficulty behind every decision they make. A great continuation!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Luca the Dragon Vet 2 (Paperback)
by Yūna Hirasawa
This comic book shows a fantastical world to help children understand social lessons. The book is a good resource for the classroom, not only for the art work but the central theme. The book asks what is needed for success. That despite rivalry it takes team work to succeed in a disaster.
by Yūna Hirasawa
This comic book shows a fantastical world to help children understand social lessons. The book is a good resource for the classroom, not only for the art work but the central theme. The book asks what is needed for success. That despite rivalry it takes team work to succeed in a disaster.
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
Thank you to NetGalley and Kodansha Comics for the arc of Luca the Dragon Vet volume 2
5⭐️
The tension is rising in this volume. Bringing out the question of whose life is more important, the dragon’s or the human’s. This series loves to tug at the heartstrings. Also that ending! Need the next volume STAT!
5⭐️
The tension is rising in this volume. Bringing out the question of whose life is more important, the dragon’s or the human’s. This series loves to tug at the heartstrings. Also that ending! Need the next volume STAT!
Review of advance copy received from NetGalley
I totally understand both viewpoints, I feel like volume 2 us about her learning about these hard decisions that she has to make. I'm just really glad that Jira and Luca are starting to get along! But the cliffhanger has me worried for luca!
September 13, 2026
I absolutely love this story! It might be my new favorite graphic novel. I love seeing the different personalities of the kids and hearing technical medical terms used on dragons. It is so fun! I can't wait til the next one.
Review of advance copy received from Netgalley
5 ⭐️
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