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“In 16th-century Holy Roman Empire, orphaned Ella is sent to a convent for "witches' daughters" seeking vengeance.”
Hengoku no Schwester
辺獄のシュヴェスタ
7.8
1,490 rank · 3,755 readers · 84 favorites
Seinen
Historical
Drama
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Synopsis
In 16th-century Holy Roman Empire, orphaned Ella is sent to a convent for "witches' daughters" seeking vengeance.
In the 16th century, in the Holy Roman Empire, the inquisition condemned many innocent people to the stake. Deprived of her family, Ella finds herself sent to a convent which re-educates "the daughters of witches." Will torture and miracles overcome the flame of vengeance that burns within her? (Source: Glénat, translated)
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· shortest highly-rated reviews
- 10 “This manga is a masterful hidden gem that offers a refreshing setting and exceptional suspense, all while maintaining perfect pacing across its 32 chapters. There are no notable flaws to report, as...”
- 10 “This manga features a compelling story of determination against oppression, bolstered by credible, well-developed characters and a deeply emotional narrative. While the provided synopsis is...”
- 10 “The Convent of the Damned is an essential, gripping read that excels through its oppressive atmosphere, precise and expressive art, and a perfectly controlled pace. There are no notable flaws to...”
Verbosity
Short · 33%
Medium · 67%
Long · 0%
Read Order & Related
A self-contained story.
No sequels, spin-offs or alternate tellings — Hengoku no Schwester begins and ends here.
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A Manga Publication
- Format 32 × 6 ch × vol
- Total read 4h 16m approx
- Published Dec 2014 – Oct 2017
- Source Manga media type
- Ref. BS-M34942 catalog