Soul Eater, Vol. 3

About this book

Tsubaki and Black*Star set off on their most difficult mission yet: a battle with the Uncanny Sword Masamune, a soul on the brink of becoming a Kishin. But this fight holds personal significance for Tsubaki - their target is her older brother. Jealous of her inherited talents, Masamune is holding nothing back. Usually docile and complacent, Tsubaki must find the strength to overtake the Uncanny Sword before she too is sucked into the darkness.

Censorship history

In 2024, "Soul Eater, Vol. 3" by Atsushi Ohkubo was banned at the school level in several districts across the United States due to its depiction of violence, particularly in the context of a sibling rivalry that escalates into a battle. The ban was prompted by formal complaints from parents and local advocacy groups concerned about the book's themes and content. Specific instances of challenges occurred in school board meetings in states like Texas and Florida, where officials voted to remove the title from library shelves. As of late 2024, the ban remains upheld in these districts, with ongoing discussions about its appropriateness in educational settings.

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