Life 2: Giver/Taker

When the charming young boy who moves next door turns out to be a psychopath who murders her little sister, Itsuki vows to fight the injustice that allowed him a second chance at life while her sister lies dead. Blaming herself for what happened, she becomes a stone-cold cop who fears nothing to prevent others from living through a similar tragedy. But six years later, on the very same day the killer is finally set free, she finds a chilling letter in her mailbox threatening to once again steal what's most important to her. And though she wants nothing more than to make him pay for her sister's life that he stole, she'll have to watch her back now that there's a killer on the loose. Warning: This volume contains depictions of suicide, suicide attempts and/or suicidal ideation. If you are experiencing suicidal thoughts or feelings, you are not alone, and there is help. In the United States, call the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline by dialing 988 or go to 988lifeline.org. Otherwise, visit findahelpline.com to find support.

From the creator of the monumental shojo manga "Life" comes a new series full of turbulence and raw emotions! Ruoto Kishi is a young man adored by everyone because of his otherworldly beauty and angelic appearance. But what looms beneath the surface...is the face of a demon. With grotesque methods and a shocking lack of remorse, Ruoto makes his way to steal what is most precious to others! Will Itsuki be able to stop his evil deeds in time or will she lose something important yet again?

During her search for Ruoto Kishi, the most nefarious murderer history has seen yet, Itsuki Kurasawa arrives at a haunting truth. Despite everyone’s beliefs and reassurances, the pure evil that is Ruoto has not been rehabilitated at all. Even worse, this monster is yet to be satiated as his devilish hand now aims for Itsuki’s best friend Riko. Will Itsuki be able to save what is precious to her before Ruoto can steal it once again...?!

Overcoming many challenges, Itsuki finally manages to arrest Ruoto Kishi, history’s most vile murderer. However, this only serves as the opening act for the misery soon befalling her. Colleagues, friends, even family… Itsuki finds herself alone and isolated from the people she cherishes. Will this be the end of her battle, or will she continue to struggle and fight for what is right?

Having fallen right into Ruoto’s trap, Itsuki was forced to watch her whole world burn as she lost the trust of her friends and comrades… However, with a new ally working alongside her, she rises to the task once again and swears to catch her nemesis for good. And she’s running on borrowed time because the monster known as Ruoto Kishi is already moving in the shadows to set a new plan in motion…!

The final moment draws near—The resolute detective Itsuki Kurasawa and history’s most depraved murderer Ruoto Kishi engage in one final stand-off! Why did Ruoto become the despicable person he is today? What happened in their past to tie them together like this? Everything will come to light in the climactic ending to this story of struggle and raw emotions!