

A serial killer stalks LA. Legendary detective L and ex-FBI agent Naomi race to decipher the killer's clues and uncover the truth in this thrilling Death Note novel. Review: Great for fans of L - This is a great book for any death note fan and especially fans of L. There is not much action in this book but if you love the detective/smart problem solving side of death note you will love this book. Review: It's gorgeous - The quality of the book is amazing. It's very fancy and it's as if I just ordered from the Folio Society
| ASIN | 142151883X |
| Best Sellers Rank | 16,876 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) 7,632 in Science Fiction & Fantasy (Books) |
| Customer reviews | 4.7 4.7 out of 5 stars (1,503) |
| Dimensions | 14.61 x 2.03 x 20.96 cm |
| Edition | 1st |
| ISBN-10 | 9781421518831 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1421518831 |
| Item weight | 363 g |
| Language | English |
| Print length | 176 pages |
| Publication date | 19 Feb. 2008 |
| Publisher | VIZ Media LLC |
J**C
Great for fans of L
This is a great book for any death note fan and especially fans of L. There is not much action in this book but if you love the detective/smart problem solving side of death note you will love this book.
P**Y
It's gorgeous
The quality of the book is amazing. It's very fancy and it's as if I just ordered from the Folio Society
A**R
Value for money
Great seller
T**S
Makes a great "Birthday" gift!
This is one of few books without pictures in it that I read on a regular basis; the font is larger than standard books I own so it's easier on my eyes and doesn't require me to use my glasses which is convenient should they be unavailable. The white sheet on the book is removable, and the black base is canvas in the copy I own and is very resilient. The card overlay did wear after a while and I had to remove it, but it's no major loss. I bought a second copy for a friend and she's a far more dedicated reader of books than I am, and even she enjoys this one and proudly shows it in her collection. A good read and a worthy purchase for any Death Note or murder-mystery fan.
D**H
A Great Prequel, But Not for Everyone
As a huge Death Note fan, I was so excited to read this, btw. The idea of a prequel with L and a young Naomi Misora on a case is just awesome. This book totally delivers on the psychological mind games that made the original series so great. The mystery is super compelling, and seeing how L works in the field through Naomi’s eyes is really cool. The twist at the end with the killer, Beyond Birthday, is honestly brilliant and adds so much depth to the Death Note universe. Tbh though, it's not a perfect read. The pacing can feel a little slow at times, especially in the middle when they're just analyzing crime scene details. It's a murder mystery novel at its core, so it's not a fast-paced thriller like the manga. Also, the portrayal of Naomi is a bit different from how she was in the main series, which can be a little jarring. Overall, if you're a die-hard Death Note fan who wants more of L's genius and a deep dive into the universe's lore, this is a must-read. If you're looking for the same kind of supernatural, fast-paced action of the manga, you might be a little disappointed. But for me, it was a solid read and a great addition to the series.
E**Y
Amazing
Such a good book. Read it in like two days
T**D
Nice product good quality
Nice product good quality
J**.
“L”
Finished reading this Novel and it was absolutely a fantastic read - I Enjoyed the plot and the development of the story itself — As a massive fan of Death Note I recommend it . Great work by Nisio Isin.
F**O
Semplicemente fantastico, da avere assolutamente visto che è quasi impossibile trovarlo in italiano La qualità è eccellente, a partire dalla sovra copertina in cartone rigido con i rilievi argentati veramente perfetti. La rilegatura è ottima, nessun segno di cedimento e la copertina è di tessuto quindi molto resistente al tempo e ai graffi Magnifiche la pagine interne trasparenti e le illustrazioni di inizio capitolo.. credo che mi divertirò molto a leggerlo in inglese Miglior romanzo di Death Note in assoluto, consigliatissimo ai collezionisti della serie
M**D
Absolutely wonderful book
F**O
I recently picked up this book after suffering Death Note withdrawals, having finished the anime a few weeks ago. I've only read a few translated 'anime themed' novels and I wasn't very impressed, but this one was much more fun! The writer has a wonderful sense of humor, and while the theme of the story is a dark set of perplexing murders, a lot of the dialogue and descriptions of events made me laugh out loud. A perfect mix of engaging mystery and comedy, I think. ( The poor victims' names didn't seem to bother me like they did some reviewers. I particularly liked Blackberry Brown. :P ) If you're a Death Note fan at all, this is a must read. I read this in one sitting and I have to admit, the ending was a surprise! All in all a very entertaining read and an insightful look into the pasts of L and Naomi.
S**I
Chegou dentro da data prevista e veio em perfeito estado. Livro lindo! É toda em inglês. A capa é feita de tecido e os desenhos dela são de um metálico que reflete a luz, essa parte branca na capa é como uma sobrecapa (feita de papel). A divisão de capítulos é feita com uma ilustração.
O**E
Très bonne livraison, j'ai reçu le livre un jour avant la fourchette de dates de livraison prévue. Le livre en lui-même est encore mieux que je l'imaginais, c'est un très bel objet ; les pages sont de qualités, le livre est solide, bref, parfait. Juste pour une chose, sinon ce ne serait pas drôle, et c'est pour ça que je ne mets pas la note maximale ; la couverture blanche du libre était abîmée lorsque j'ai ouvert mon colis. Bien que je me doute qu'il n'ait pas été envoyé comme ça, et que ce doit être la faute de la livraison, j'ai été malgré tout un peu déçue en voyant ça. Mis à part ça, excellent livre (tout est évidemment en anglais, pour ceux qui se demanderaient), et je le recommande à tous ceux qui aiment l'univers de Death Note, ou pour ceux qui s'intéressent simplement à BB.