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THE DEVIL DOES EXIST
A mistaken love letter sparks an unforgettable romance with the school's most notorious troublemaker.
Author: Mitsuba Takanashi
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About this series
THE DEVIL DOES EXIST (Akuma de Sourou) is a classic shojo romantic comedy created by Mitsuba Takanashi. Serialized in Shueisha's landmark magazine Bessatsu Margaret, this fan-favorite series became one of the defining titles of late 1990s and early 2000s Japanese youth manga.
The storyline opens with high school girl Kayano Saito attempting to confess her feelings to her crush. However, a embarrassing blunder leads her to accidentally hand the love letter to Takeru Edogawa, the school principal's rebellious and wildly unpredictable son, earning him a terrifying reputation as a devilish troublemaker.
Takeru immediately leverages the letter to force Kayano into acting as his personal servant. Complications explode when Kayano's mother announces her remarriage—only for Kayano to discover that Takeru is her new stepbrother, forcing the contrasting pair to live under the very same roof.
As their chaotic domestic cohabitation unfolds, Kayano uncovers Takeru's hidden vulnerability beneath his fiery exterior. THE DEVIL DOES EXIST delivers an addictive mix of romantic tension, family comedy, and emotional growth that continues to captivate shojo enthusiasts worldwide.
Series Highlights
- Features the iconic bad-boy romance trope executed with unforgettable style and chemistry.
- Combines high school servant-master antics with surprising step-sibling family dynamics.
- Spawned the legendary 2005 Taiwanese live-action hit drama series Devil Beside You.
- Highlights Mitsuba Takanashi's vibrant character designs and compelling narrative tension.
Recommended For
- Fans of passionate, high-energy classic 2000s shojo manga filled with dramatic twists.
- Readers who enjoy bad-boy romantic leads and step-sibling living situations.
- Viewers of the live-action drama Devil Beside You looking to experience the original story.
Reading Tips
- Watch for Takeru's gradual character growth as his fierce loyalty protecting Kayano is revealed.
- Enjoy the nostalgia of classic late-90s shojo art fashion and expressive paneling.
- Track how the domestic comedy shifts seamlessly into sincere emotional romance across 11 volumes.
Publication Facts
- Serialized in Shueisha's Bessatsu Margaret magazine from 1999 to 2002.
- Published in 11 tankobon volumes by Margaret Comics, later reissued in 7 bunkoban volumes.
- Officially archived in Shueisha's database under catalog reference ID 259.
Official & Reference Sources
- Wikipedia Article (Japanese)https://ja.wikipedia.org/wiki/%E6%82%AA%E9%AD%94%E3%81%A7%E5%80%99
- Shueisha S-MANGA Official Product Pagehttps://www.s-manga.net/items/contents.html?isbn=4-08-847055-1
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