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Stars and Dust -Don't worry, Be happy!-
An ambitious girl and an arrogant student council president prove that opposites attract.
Author: Kaori Hoshiya
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About this series
Stars and Dust -Don't worry, Be happy!- (Hoshi to Kuzu) is a bright, comedic shojo series illustrated and written by Kaori Hoshiya. Serialized in Shueisha's Bessatsu Margaret and Bessatsu Margaret Sister magazines, this 4-volume romantic comedy earned praise for its pragmatic heroine and entertaining student council dynamics.
The protagonist, Anzu Mamenoki, comes from an impoverished family and harbors a laser-focused life goal: attaining a lucrative career with an annual income of at least 10 million yen. Seeking to build an impressive resume for college applications, Anzu runs for student council president, only to end up as vice president.
The winning presidential candidate turns out to be Seiji Yamabuki, an insanely arrogant, wealthy classmate whose condescending attitude immediately clashes with Anzu's no-nonsense work ethic. Forced to work closely together on school events, the two form an unlikely partnership marked by sharp retorts and unexpected mutual support.
As Seiji's hidden kindness comes to light and Anzu's vulnerability is revealed, their prickly rivalry begins to thaw into heartfelt romance. Stars and Dust delivers a delightful blend of comedic ambition, emotional growth, and charming school life charm across its complete run.
Series Highlights
- Features an unusually grounded, ambitious shojo heroine focused on career and financial stability.
- Showcases charming, witty chemistry between a pragmatic vice president and an arrogant president.
- Delivers a compact, satisfying romance story completed across 4 tankobon volumes.
- Highlights Kaori Hoshiya's crisp, modern artwork and expressive character design.
Recommended For
- Fans of hard-working, goal-oriented shojo heroines who take charge of their own destinies.
- Readers who love student council setting romantic comedies with playful bickering.
- Admirers of Kaori Hoshiya's artwork and sweet, uplifting high school love stories.
Reading Tips
- Enjoy Anzu's hilarious inner monologues balancing financial calculations with growing romantic feelings.
- Notice how Seiji's subtle actions reveal his genuine care for Anzu despite his blunt words.
- Binge all 4 volumes to experience their full evolution from bickering rivals to trusted partners.
Publication Facts
- Serialized in Shueisha's Bessatsu Margaret Sister and Bessatsu Margaret from 2015 to 2017.
- Collected into 4 tankobon volumes under the Margaret Comics imprint.
- Officially registered in Shueisha's catalog system under index number 739.
Official & Reference Sources
- Wikipedia Article (Japanese)https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%98%9F%E8%B0%B7%E3%81%8B%E3%81%8A%E3%82%8A
- Shueisha S-MANGA Official Product Pagehttps://www.s-manga.net/items/contents.html?isbn=978-4-08-845597-6
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