Oh holy crap. ( )

This is a follow-on to my review of vol. 1 and as such will note only differences.

Story
This volume was much more focused on the main story line, moved along at a much better pace, and had much more complexity--both in plot and characters--than vol. 1. ( )

Here we go! This is the Sailor Moon I remember reading in single issue releases and in Tokyopop's original GN releases. So naturally, it's more of a re-read than a new read, albeit with Kodansha's brand new translation which does the story a lot of kindnesses, especially with Usagi and the references to name (no more Bunny Tsukino, thank goodness!). I love these chapters of Usagi's memories coming back and the Senshi going to the moon, as well as those involving Usagi and Mamoru's time-spanning romance. So much love! Further cements the fact that manga!Mamoru is better than anime!Mamoru. And of course, the art in here is gorgeous; Takeuchi really shines when given lots of pretty dresses and dramatic scenes to draw. I can't wait to read volume three, which if I'm estimating right will bring the Dark Kingdom arc to a close and start the second arc in the series. Also: the cover is BEAUTIFUL. I love these new covers so much! ( )

A continuation of the story. I just love these. It is so hard to put these books down...always just one more section and the next thing I know, I've read the whole book. Love it! ( )

Everything is happening so fast! Ah! ( )