Black Butler, Vol. 1

Black Butler, Vol. 1

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Language: English
Format: Paperback
ISBN 10: 0316080845
ISBN 13: 9780316080842
Publication date: January 26th, 2010
Publisher: Yen Press
Pages: 194

Genres: Mystery, Thriller & Suspense, Young Adult

Set against the atmospheric backdrop of Victorian London, a young nobleman named Ciel Phantomhive navigates a world filled with dark secrets and treachery. As the head of the Phantomhive household, Ciel grapples with responsibilities that stretch far beyond his years. His family name is tied to various clandestine dealings, serving as the Queen's Watchdog, he is tasked with uncovering intricate plots that threaten the realm.

Ciel's life takes a tumultuous turn when he forms an unorthodox partnership with Sebastian, a mysterious butler whose enigmatic charm and extraordinary abilities provide a veneer of sophistication and danger. Together, they venture into the lower recesses of society, where demons of the past linger and the shadows conceal malevolent forces.

As Ciel delves deeper into this treacherous underbelly, he is driven by a singular motive: revenge against those who wronged him. With each passing encounter, secrets unravel, and a bond forms between the master and his servant, blurring the lines between loyalty and betrayal.

The intricate artwork enhances the haunting essence of the narrative, capturing both the elegance of the upper class and the grim realities of the streets of London. Readers are pulled into a world where every character harbors their own agendas and where every choice propels Ciel closer to uncovering the truth, no matter how dark it may be.

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