Secondhand Sisters Volume 1 Review: Kodansha Manga Analysis

Kodansha has released the first volume of Battan’s manga Secondhand Sisters in English, continuing a series that concluded with five volumes in Japan. The story centers on two estranged sisters, Jun and Ran, who are forced to live together after their mother’s death. Their relationship is defined by deep resentment, exacerbated by the fact that Ran previously took Jun’s cherished possessions and her ex-boyfriend, Rikkun, who is now Ran’s husband.

The narrative explores the complex dynamics of sibling rivalry and unresolved romantic tension as the trio shares a home. The review highlights Battan’s artwork for effectively conveying heated emotions and unreliable narration. While three volumes are currently available digitally, the fourth is not yet scheduled. The print edition is restricted to Kodansha’s Print Club, though digital copies are widely accessible through retailers like BookWalker.