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薔薇嬢のキス [Barajou no Kiss] #5
Kiss of the Rose Princess, Vol. 5
High school student Anise Yamamoto is the “Rose Princess” of four handsome Rose Knights. She encountered more Rose Knights when two boys known as the Orange Rose and Lime Rose revealed themselves to be “Fake Knights” created by her father. But while searching for an Arcana Card at an amusement park, Anise comes face-to-face with another fake—and this time it’s a Rose Princess!
188 pages, Kindle Edition
First published July 26, 2010
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March 8, 2019
I imagined the awakenings going WAY differently lol! I'm still trash for anytime Mutsuki gets some backstory time.
September 23, 2013
So we're finally starting to understand things a bit more. This plot's all over the place, I have absolutely no clue where on earth this is going which I guess is a good thing because it's nice for things not to be too predictable. I'm too sleepy to actually make more of an effort on this review so it shall be short. On to Volume 6!
May 30, 2021
Oooo the awakenings are so cool! The art is lovely as always and I really like how the story is progressing!
June 13, 2026
What a packed volume!!
Not sure how much to say, but everything with the “fakes” has expanded so much! 😱
Also, we have awakenings on top of that?!
Honestly, seeing how Mitsuru is in this volume has me very concerned. I mean, obviously, he’s been a very two-faced (?) character if that’s the right word, but him taking what he did from Anise left me plain out alarmed! (And that’s on top of seeing the one room AND a mysterious person!) 😱
In my previous review of volume four, I mentioned I was afraid that Mutsuki would be the “Judas,” but I feel far from that now! He really does care for Anise, and I think their relationship can only grow from here!
With that, I really, really love Anise! She is such a fun and honest heroine who isn’t afraid to go to extreme lengths to protect her knights! That also includes people who have no one to protect them, because I felt her fear so much during the parade!
The maid/butler scene was a lot of fun, and I hope we get more crazy scenes like it!
Lastly, what an action-packed way for this volume to end! Thankful I have the next volume on hand!
Not sure how much to say, but everything with the “fakes” has expanded so much! 😱
Also, we have awakenings on top of that?!
Honestly, seeing how Mitsuru is in this volume has me very concerned. I mean, obviously, he’s been a very two-faced (?) character if that’s the right word, but him taking what he did from Anise left me plain out alarmed! (And that’s on top of seeing the one room AND a mysterious person!) 😱
In my previous review of volume four, I mentioned I was afraid that Mutsuki would be the “Judas,” but I feel far from that now! He really does care for Anise, and I think their relationship can only grow from here!
With that, I really, really love Anise! She is such a fun and honest heroine who isn’t afraid to go to extreme lengths to protect her knights! That also includes people who have no one to protect them, because I felt her fear so much during the parade!
The maid/butler scene was a lot of fun, and I hope we get more crazy scenes like it!
Lastly, what an action-packed way for this volume to end! Thankful I have the next volume on hand!
January 14, 2020
This was so hard to get through, and I found myself asking why are you still reading this? Well it's because I really wanted to like it, BUT I am just over it. Anise just seems like a whiny baby, and Kaede is just an asshole. Yes he can become powerful, but ugh! Also the story is all over the place and is just confusing. I think it's safe to say I will not be finishing this anytime soon.
April 1, 2022
I'm just a sucker for the series at this point and am loving it.
April 29, 2026
Once again, stunning! I’m so glad to see some new enemies introduced and for 2 of our rose Knights to become reawakened!
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October 8, 2015
Re-Read Review (October 16th, 2022):
*Warning, there will be spoilers*
How Shouoto is expanding this series' plot is pretty smart. I like the idea of Schwartz trying to one-up Anise's journey by creating fake Rose Warriors to get in the way of her goal. His true motives are still not entirely clear, but knowing that there are more out there makes for some unsettling scenes. As Anise and the Rose Kinghts get romantically closer (in some contexts), we're also discovering more about them and their feelings. Mitsuru's dedication to Anise leans into reverse harem comedy levels, yet there's also something sinister to it that makes me question the direction of the final volume. Was Shouoto building up to a reveal more than I realized?
While I did enjoy the story more with this re-read (the hidden rooms in the Tenjo mansion continue to remind me of some comedic anime gags), Shouoto's art lacked detail that's present in the previous volumes and The Demon Prince of Momochi House. It was consistently iffy all volume. Characters weren't drawn with as much eye to detail, or their expressions looked a little rough. I'm looking forward to where the back half of this series takes me. I didn't realize I'd remember more of the first half given the second half will likely be a little more memorable IMO.
First Read Review (January 18th, 2016):
This volume was packed with intrigue and the feels. I liked how Rhodecia isn't completely being regarded as enemies by Anise (their cameo was great this volume), and Mitsuru's mansion was a riot. I wouldn't want to live there; far too many rooms devoted to Anise or just weird stuff. The pinball with his face on it had me rolling. XD
I'm excited to see how the main conflict with the Fake Rose Knights gets developed later on. We're building up to a pretty intense final battle with what's going on right now, and I'm interested to see some more of Kaede's development. But once again, this series is getting to be one of my favorites of all time. Though this volume wasn't as good as the last three, it was still really good.
*Warning, there will be spoilers*
How Shouoto is expanding this series' plot is pretty smart. I like the idea of Schwartz trying to one-up Anise's journey by creating fake Rose Warriors to get in the way of her goal. His true motives are still not entirely clear, but knowing that there are more out there makes for some unsettling scenes. As Anise and the Rose Kinghts get romantically closer (in some contexts), we're also discovering more about them and their feelings. Mitsuru's dedication to Anise leans into reverse harem comedy levels, yet there's also something sinister to it that makes me question the direction of the final volume. Was Shouoto building up to a reveal more than I realized?
While I did enjoy the story more with this re-read (the hidden rooms in the Tenjo mansion continue to remind me of some comedic anime gags), Shouoto's art lacked detail that's present in the previous volumes and The Demon Prince of Momochi House. It was consistently iffy all volume. Characters weren't drawn with as much eye to detail, or their expressions looked a little rough. I'm looking forward to where the back half of this series takes me. I didn't realize I'd remember more of the first half given the second half will likely be a little more memorable IMO.
First Read Review (January 18th, 2016):
This volume was packed with intrigue and the feels. I liked how Rhodecia isn't completely being regarded as enemies by Anise (their cameo was great this volume), and Mitsuru's mansion was a riot. I wouldn't want to live there; far too many rooms devoted to Anise or just weird stuff. The pinball with his face on it had me rolling. XD
I'm excited to see how the main conflict with the Fake Rose Knights gets developed later on. We're building up to a pretty intense final battle with what's going on right now, and I'm interested to see some more of Kaede's development. But once again, this series is getting to be one of my favorites of all time. Though this volume wasn't as good as the last three, it was still really good.
December 5, 2015
Great story
I am so drawn into this whole story I get excited thinking of the next adventure I love the mystery, romance, danger, and laugh out loud comedy. I could see this as a anime series on tv. I would totally watch it.
I am so drawn into this whole story I get excited thinking of the next adventure I love the mystery, romance, danger, and laugh out loud comedy. I could see this as a anime series on tv. I would totally watch it.
April 30, 2012
Paynefully awesome!
July 31, 2012
The fake dominian Ella is so evil.. Anis's Papa is just as bad...
July 21, 2013
Heh. Somethings off for White Rose. And I'm starting to like Black rose =p
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July 9, 2015
Wow, loved this volume : ) really enjoying this manga series, this volume ended a cliffhanger though...can't wait to read vol.6 next month when it releases! : )
August 30, 2015
I really love this series. It always makes me laugh. The black rose is my favorite and the white rose is so creepy its funny.
November 15, 2015
Man this is a good manga and can't wait for the more :)
February 28, 2016
A fake princess and more fake roses?!
April 15, 2016
This series is getting interesting! Im very intrigued at this point and cant wait to see the awakening of the other 2 rose knights.
June 28, 2016
3 Stars.
This series makes me laugh so hard and this volume has some really funny moments. Excited to keep on reading!
This series makes me laugh so hard and this volume has some really funny moments. Excited to keep on reading!
July 27, 2021
Are we saving Kaede’s first awakening for last?? Because he’s her one and only??? Righttttt? lol
April 9, 2026
somewhat disappointed by the turn of events...
the developments between kaede and anise were AWESOME yes💖🔥 but everything else...was so eH that even kaede couldn't make up for it😭😭
i literally got freaked out by some of the scenes, and NOT in a good way. the author does try to play off the spooky aspects with humor and it sort of works? but still unpleasant.
i am like just binge reading this series though😂 4 volumes in one day seems...somewhat unhealthy😭 but on the bright side i am no longer behind on my reading challenge!😏
cw: certain scenes had very dark vibes, with demons and uh blood and all that... quite creepy really; also a lot more sexual innuendo than normal, including people literally pressing each other onto beds😂😭 (nothing happens tho and it's like totally brushed off later🤨)
the developments between kaede and anise were AWESOME yes💖🔥 but everything else...was so eH that even kaede couldn't make up for it😭😭
i literally got freaked out by some of the scenes, and NOT in a good way. the author does try to play off the spooky aspects with humor and it sort of works? but still unpleasant.
i am like just binge reading this series though😂 4 volumes in one day seems...somewhat unhealthy😭 but on the bright side i am no longer behind on my reading challenge!😏
cw: certain scenes had very dark vibes, with demons and uh blood and all that... quite creepy really; also a lot more sexual innuendo than normal, including people literally pressing each other onto beds😂😭 (nothing happens tho and it's like totally brushed off later🤨)
July 7, 2022
lol reading this after finishing he's my only vampire really makes it clear that aya shouoto has Interests she follows from work to work
i can only hope female leads not getting to do jackshit is not one of them
2.5 stars
i can only hope female leads not getting to do jackshit is not one of them
2.5 stars
August 9, 2017
Interesting plot in this volume and more great art. I absolutely love the cover.
If I had to pick one, I'd say Red Rose is my favorite character.
And it's hard to pick one.
If I had to pick one, I'd say Red Rose is my favorite character.
And it's hard to pick one.
October 18, 2017
This is so much more serious than previous volumes. I liked it!
November 26, 2017
First Awakenings and not who I expected to be first! Beautiful illustration and interesting new characters!
January 13, 2018
Kaede you just need to tell Anise your feelings. I am rooting for you (even if I think Mutsuka is cuter!)
June 7, 2021
Really great fantasy Shoujo manga, cool characters, great art and story 👍😻❤️
June 13, 2023
Player two has entered the game.
And another epic cliffhanger.
And another epic cliffhanger.
February 23, 2024
Mutsuki is definitely my fav knight
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