Death Note Series by Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata, NisiOisiN, M

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  • Death Note, Vol. 1: Boredom (Death Note #1)
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    Death Note, Vol. 1: Boredom (Death Note #1)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 43 ratings · published 2004

    Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects - and he's bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami, a death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 2: Confluence (Death Note #2)
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    Death Note, Vol. 2: Confluence (Death Note #2)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 32 ratings · published 2004

    Light thinks he's put an end to his troubles with the FBI—by using the Death Note to kill off the FBI agents working the case in Japan! But one of the agents has a fiancée who used to work in the Bureau, and now she's uncovered information that could lead to Light's capture. To make matters worse, L has emerged from the shadows to work directly with the task force headed by Light's father. With people pursuing him from every direction, will Light get caught in the conflux?

  • Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 1 (Death Note #1-2)
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    Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 1 (Death Note #1-2)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 24 ratings · published 2003

    Killer 2-for-1 value on hit thriller Death Note!Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 3: Hard Run (Death Note #3)
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    Death Note, Vol. 3: Hard Run (Death Note #3)

    Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

    · 29 ratings · published 2004

    Light is chafing under L's extreme surveillance, but even 64 microphones and cameras hidden in his room aren't enough to stop Light. He steps up the game, but before the battle of wits can really begin, a family emergency distracts him. But even though Light isn't using the Death Note right now, someone else is! Who's the new "Kira" in town?

  • Death Note, Vol. 4: Love (Death Note #4)
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    Death Note, Vol. 4: Love (Death Note #4)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 29 ratings · published 2004

    With two Kiras on the loose, L asks Light to join the task force and pose as the real Kira in order to catch the copycat. L still suspects Light and figures that this is the perfect excuse to get closer to his quarry. Light agrees to the plan in order to have free access to the task force resources. But when Light manages to contact the new Kira, he discovers that his rival is anything but as expected. Will Light escape from love unscathed?

  • Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 2 (Death Note #3-4)
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    Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 2 (Death Note #3-4)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 18 ratings · published 2003

    Killer 2-for-1 value on hit thriller Death Note!Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 5: Whiteout (Death Note #5)
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    Death Note, Vol. 5: Whiteout (Death Note #5)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 27 ratings · published 2005

    After a week locked up with no one but Ryuk for company, Light is ready to give up his Death Note and all memories of it. Freed from his past actions, Light is convinced he's innocent. But L is ready to keep Light under lock and key forever, especially since the killings stopped once Light was incarcerated. Then a new wave of Kira crimes hits Japan... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 6: Give-and-Take (Death Note #6)
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    Death Note, Vol. 6: Give-and-Take (Death Note #6)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 27 ratings · published 2005

    Although they've collected plenty of evidence tying the seven Yotsuba members to the newest Kira, Light, L and the rest of the task force are no closer to discovering which one actually possesses the Death Note. Desperate for some headway, L recruits Misa to infiltrate the group and feed them information calculated to bring Kira into the open. But the Shinigami Rem reveals to Misa who the Kiras really are, and, armed with this knowledge, Misa will do anything to help Light... more

  • Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 3 (Death Note #5-6)
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    Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 3 (Death Note #5-6)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 18 ratings · published 2003

    Killer 2-for-1 value on hit thriller Death Note!Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 7: Zero (Death Note #7)
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    Death Note, Vol. 7: Zero (Death Note #7)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 26 ratings · published 2005

    After a high-speed chase, Light and the task force apprehend the newest Kira. Light regains his Death Note and his memories, and the depths of his cunning are revealed as the plans he carefully put in place before going into confinement are slowly unveiled. His masterful manipulation of both humans and Shinigami lead him to the strongest position he's yet enjoyed. But the glow of his victory is marred when a new threat appears. Can Light withstand a surprise attack on two fronts?

  • Death Note, Vol. 8: Target (Death Note #8)
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    Death Note, Vol. 8: Target (Death Note #8)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 26 ratings · published 2005

    Light - working as Kira, the newest member of the NPA intelligence bureau, and L - has nearly succeeded in creating his ideal world. But the years of uncontested victory have made him complacent, and he is unprepared for a new attack close to home. With his younger sister Sayu kidnapped and the NPA's Death Note demanded as ransom, Light must travel across the world and confront two new adversaries, each with a very different agenda... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 8: Target (Death Note #8)
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    Death Note, Vol. 8: Target (Death Note #8)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 26 ratings · published 2005

    Light - working as Kira, the newest member of the NPA intelligence bureau, and L - has nearly succeeded in creating his ideal world. But the years of uncontested victory have made him complacent, and he is unprepared for a new attack close to home. With his younger sister Sayu kidnapped and the NPA's Death Note demanded as ransom, Light must travel across the world and confront two new adversaries, each with a very different agenda... more

  • Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 4 (Death Note #7-8)
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    Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 4 (Death Note #7-8)

    Tsugumi Ohba, Takeshi Obata

    · 18 ratings · published 2003

    Reads R to L (Japanese Style), for audience T+. Contains Volumes 7 and 8 of Death Note! Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 9: Contact (Death Note #9)
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    Death Note, Vol. 9: Contact (Death Note #9)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 24 ratings · published 2005

    Light has always been confident in his ability to out-think everyone, but L's protégés are proving to be more of a challenge than he anticipated. The more Light mentally maneuvers, the tighter the net around him becomes... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 10: Deletion (Death Note #10)
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    Death Note, Vol. 10: Deletion (Death Note #10)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 25 ratings · published 2006

    With Near openly suspecting the new L of being Kira and sowing doubt in the hearts of the taskforce members, Light is once again forced to pass the Death Note on to another to take the heat off himself. But this time, Kira chooses a disciple from among his true believers. With no way to contact his successor directly, Light must rely on his faithful follower's adherence to Kira's goals... more

  • Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 5 (Death Note #9-10)
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    Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 5 (Death Note #9-10)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 16 ratings · published 2003

    Killer 2-for-1 value on hit thriller Death Note!Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 11: Kindred Spirits (Death Note #11)
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    Death Note, Vol. 11: Kindred Spirits (Death Note #11)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 24 ratings · published 2006

    Light's latest machinations are putting a strain on even his formidable intellect as Near flies to Japan to beard Kira in his den. Near is sure that Light is Kira, but his sense of honor as L's heir will allow no doubts. He doesn't want to just stop the Kira murders, he wants to expose Light as the Death Note killer. Light thinks he's up to the challenge, but will the pressures of his fiancée, his new flame, and his acolyte prove to be fatal distractions?

  • Death Note, Vol. 12: Finis (Death Note #12)
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    Death Note, Vol. 12: Finis (Death Note #12)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 24 ratings · published 2006

    The battle ends here!

  • Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 6 (Death Note #11-12)
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    Death Note: Black Edition, Vol. 6 (Death Note #11-12)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 16 ratings · published 2003

    Killer 2-for-1 value on hit thriller Death Note!Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects—and he’s bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note, a notebook dropped by rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil. But when criminals begin dropping dead, the authorities send the legendary detective L to track down the killer... more

  • Death Note, Vol. 13: How to Read (Death Note #13)
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    Death Note, Vol. 13: How to Read (Death Note #13)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 21 ratings · published 2006

    The Ultimate Death Note Encyclopedia!Here, in one authoritative volume: everything you need to know about Death Note, the best-selling manga series. Featuring complete character biographies, detailed storyline summaries, production notes and behind-the-scenes commentaries, Death Note 13: How to Read also includes exclusive interviews with creators Tsugumi Ohba and Takeshi Obata and a bonus manga chapter of never-before-translated material... more

  • Death Note Box Set (Death Note #1-13)
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    Death Note Box Set (Death Note #1-13)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 18 ratings · published 2006

    When Light Yagami finds a notebook giving him power over death, will he use it for good—or evil?Light Yagami is an ace student with great prospects--and he's bored out of his mind. But all that changes when he finds the Death Note , a notebook dropped by a rogue Shinigami death god. Any human whose name is written in the notebook dies, and now Light has vowed to use the power of the Death Note to rid the world of evil... more

  • Death Note: Another Note - The Los Angeles BB Murder Cases (Death Note #Novel 1)
    #Novel 1

    Death Note: Another Note - The Los Angeles BB Murder Cases (Death Note #Novel 1)

    NisiOisiN

    · 24 ratings · published 2006

    There's a serial killer loose in Los Angeles and the local authorities need help fast. For some reason the killer has been leaving a string of maddeningly arcane clues at each crime scene. Each of these clues, it seems, is an indecipherable roadmap to the next murder.Onto the scene comes L, the mysterious super-sleuth. Despite his peculiar working habits, he's never shown his face in public—but this time, he needs help... more

  • Death Note Short Stories (Death Note #Short Stories)
    #Short Stories

    Death Note Short Stories (Death Note #Short Stories)

    Tsugumi Ohba

    · 7 ratings · published 2021

    Kira’s story may be over, but the Death Note’s story continues in this collection of short stories penned by the series’ creators.Kira’s story is over, but the Death Note’s is not… In this imaginative and complete collection of Death Note short stories penned by the series’ creators, discover tales of lives irrevocably changed by the sinister influence of the Death Note, with surprising and thrilling answers to the question of what it truly takes to use the Death Note…or fight it.

  • Death Note: L, Change the WorLd (Death Note #Novel 2)
    #Novel 2

    Death Note: L, Change the WorLd (Death Note #Novel 2)

    M

    · 18 ratings · published 2007

    In an alternative continuity in the Death Note setting, ace detective L's name has been written in a Death Note. He has twenty-three days to bring a terrorist group to justice, or they will use a deadly new virus to change the world—by killing off most of humanity.

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