Mushikaburi-hime
Also known as Bibliophile Princess
Yui (由唯)
- Mangaka
- Yui (由唯)
- First published
- 2018
- Status
- Ongoing
- Original language
- Japanese
- Genres
- Romance · Comedy · Fantasy · Adaptation
- Content rating
- Safe
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Where it came from
Mushikaburi-hime, known in English as Bibliophile Princess, originated as a light novel series written by Yui and illustrated by Satsuki Shiina. Initially serialized on the user-generated content site Shōsetsuka ni Narō in 2015, the story was later acquired by Ichijinsha for print publication. The narrative follows Elianna Bernstein, a noblewoman whose deep passion for books leads to a complex political engagement with Prince Christopher Selkirk Asherald, positioning the work within the popular 'otome isekai' and historical fantasy subgenres.
The character designs and cover illustrations by Satsuki Shiina are widely recognized for their delicate, intricate aesthetic, which emphasizes the elegance of the royal setting. The series has been praised for its blend of romance and court intrigue, leading to a manga adaptation by Yui Kikuta and a television anime series produced by Madhouse. The work is noted for its focus on a protagonist who finds agency through her scholarly pursuits, distinguishing it from other entries in the romance-fantasy landscape.
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