About this book

It's time for the final performance and the final day of judging as the Girls in the Light Competition reaches its grande finale... It's time for Hikaru to dig deep and sing from the bottom of her heart! But will it be enough to win?

Reviews

Praise for Hikaru in the Light!:

A Best Graphic Novel for Children, American Library Association

A Finalist for Best New Manga, American Manga Awards

Selected for 2025 Texas Maverick Graphic Novel Reading List – Grades 6-8

"[B]right, fresh manga perfect for younger readers... The gentle story, noticeably lacking in violence, focuses on friendship and self-determination, which is sure to appeal to younger readers looking for stories with heart, especially elementary-schoolers who dream of pop stardom." -- Booklist, starred review

"This exciting and uplifting manga is perfect for readers who love stories about music, friendship, and becoming brave enough to come out of one's shell." -- School Library Journal

"Hikaru's endearing attempts to believe in herself and dive into the unknown -- both during the audition process as well as her tumultuous transition into high school -- delight in this feel-good graphic novel." -- Publishers Weekly