[Review] Red River

This is the classic masterpiece 'Red River' by Chie Shinohara. It's currently being broadcast as an anime, but when it comes to the anime... you shouldn't expect much from the art style. It seems like it will cover up to the manga's conclusion over a total of 4 cours. 11 episodes have aired so far. The story follows protagonist Yuri Suzuki, who is summoned to ancient Hittite to be sacrificed. She is saved by Prince Kyle (who later becomes king), and together they experience and resolve various historical events, ultimately leading her to become queen. The historical facts are quite well-researched, and the relationships with various nations like ancient Egypt, Mitanni, and Babylonia are depicted realistically. If you're a fan of 'Red River', I recommend reading 'Ramses' by French author Christian Jacq. It delves into the background stories of the Hittites, and features the famous Egyptian King Ramses II, so the entertainment is guaranteed. Personally, I've reread it over 5 times, and I even have some lines memorized. It's truly one of the top 5 masterpieces in the shojo manga genre.