--- product_id: 1919660 title: "Accel World, Vol. 1: Kuroyukihime's Return - light novel" price: "3832 kr" currency: ISK in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 url: https://www.desertcart.is/products/1919660-accel-world-vol-1-kuroyukihimes-return-light-novel store_origin: IS region: Iceland --- # Accel World, Vol. 1: Kuroyukihime's Return - light novel **Price:** 3832 kr **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** Accel World, Vol. 1: Kuroyukihime's Return - light novel - **How much does it cost?** 3832 kr with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.is](https://www.desertcart.is/products/1919660-accel-world-vol-1-kuroyukihimes-return-light-novel) ## Best For - Customers looking for quality international products ## Why This Product - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Description Prepare for a full dive!Even in the future, all the advances and innovation in the world can't change the dynamics of the school playground. And for Haruyuki Arita, a fat kid in junior high, that means he's destined to always be at the bottom of the food chain, prime pickings for the school bullies. But when he is approached by Kuroyukihime, a beautiful and aloof upperclassman, Haruyuki's life is turned on its head as he dives into Brain Burst, a mysterious computer program, and the Accelerated World with her help. It's in the Accel World that Haruyuki casts off his depressing reality and takes hold of the chance to become a Burst Linker, a knight to protect his princess! Review: Welcome to the Accelerated World... - One never knows how an English translation of a light novel will turn out, but I'm pleased to say that Yen Press did a fantastic job with Accel World, Vol. 1. The light novel adheres closely to the early episodes of the anime with little deviation (though the light novel predated the anime's release in Japan), but we do get inside the thoughts of our main character, Haru, a little more here. The action scenes are handled well and written with a dynamic quality that really gets you visualizing Haru's battles in the Accelerated World. Fans might like to know that there's also an afterword by author Reki Kawahara, all of the original illustrations by HIMA are included, and there's even a 'commentary' (as they call it) by Japanese author and game creator, Minoru Kawakami. Included as well are some very interesting art renderings at the end of the book depicting the characters in a vastly different visual style than what they appear in HIMA's illustrations and in the anime. It's a rougher, edgier look which, personally, I wish the anime had used -- particularly the Kuroyukihime design. A great read, and thankfully an excellent translation. Perhaps one of the better Japanese novel translations I've read in quite some time, right up there with the Dirty Pair novels, the Koga Ninja Scrolls, and the revised edition of the Gundam novel trilogy (a gold-standard for Japanese-to-English translations). As fans of anime, manga, and those interested in Accel World, please support this novel and purchase it for the modest price on desertcart or at your favorite retailer. Show Yen Press that we would like future light novel installments, not only of Accel World, but of the countless light novels not yet translated. There are numerous Gundam novels that have yet to see proper translation, along with current popular titles like High School DxD and Steins;Gate. EDIT: I forgot to make one note...and I sincerely hope that someone from Yen Press, or a publisher of English-language translated light novels reads this. However, this may be an issue solely with desertcart's listings...but in the future, it may be best to clearly state the term "Light Novel" with regards to the book's title, as to avoid confusion between manga and light novel volumes. As it is, titles like "Accel World, Vol. 1 Kuroyukihime's Return" could easily be mistaken for a manga when ordering online -- especially if the buyer is not informed enough regarding the product. This was not an issue for me, but it does seem like English-language publishers tend to shun the term "light novel." Review: I really want this series to succeed! - This book is written by the same author who did Sword Art Online, and despite being the less commercially popular of the two series', I feel that this one is vastly more interesting. It takes place in the same world as SAO, but several generations in the future. The author kills it with the world building and sets up a very believable technological future. The main character is flawed as a person, but that only endears me to him more since I know he will have to undergo an amazing transformation as the story goes forward. Localization is pretty decent. It's hard to translate for a setting ingrained in Japanese culture but the translator does a good job of conveying the important parts. Notes for terminology and cultural information would have been nice, but you could still get by without. The one thing that makes me sad is the way they translated Ash Roller's dialogue since he's known for talking funny (his character is supposed to have a terrible grasp of English, but uses it as slang anyways). In any case, I highly recommend the read. It's superior to the anime and manga, and is after all, the original source material. BUY IT! You'll feel MEGA LUCKY!!! ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | Best Sellers Rank | #892,724 in Books ( See Top 100 in Books ) #3,373 in Teen & Young Adult Science Fiction #23,486 in Teen & Young Adult Literature & Fiction #41,025 in Science Fiction (Books) | | Customer Reviews | 4.7 out of 5 stars 218 Reviews | ## Images ![Accel World, Vol. 1: Kuroyukihime's Return - light novel - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/811edHql6fL.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Welcome to the Accelerated World... *by S***6 on July 27, 2014* One never knows how an English translation of a light novel will turn out, but I'm pleased to say that Yen Press did a fantastic job with Accel World, Vol. 1. The light novel adheres closely to the early episodes of the anime with little deviation (though the light novel predated the anime's release in Japan), but we do get inside the thoughts of our main character, Haru, a little more here. The action scenes are handled well and written with a dynamic quality that really gets you visualizing Haru's battles in the Accelerated World. Fans might like to know that there's also an afterword by author Reki Kawahara, all of the original illustrations by HIMA are included, and there's even a 'commentary' (as they call it) by Japanese author and game creator, Minoru Kawakami. Included as well are some very interesting art renderings at the end of the book depicting the characters in a vastly different visual style than what they appear in HIMA's illustrations and in the anime. It's a rougher, edgier look which, personally, I wish the anime had used -- particularly the Kuroyukihime design. A great read, and thankfully an excellent translation. Perhaps one of the better Japanese novel translations I've read in quite some time, right up there with the Dirty Pair novels, the Koga Ninja Scrolls, and the revised edition of the Gundam novel trilogy (a gold-standard for Japanese-to-English translations). As fans of anime, manga, and those interested in Accel World, please support this novel and purchase it for the modest price on Amazon or at your favorite retailer. Show Yen Press that we would like future light novel installments, not only of Accel World, but of the countless light novels not yet translated. There are numerous Gundam novels that have yet to see proper translation, along with current popular titles like High School DxD and Steins;Gate. EDIT: I forgot to make one note...and I sincerely hope that someone from Yen Press, or a publisher of English-language translated light novels reads this. However, this may be an issue solely with Amazon's listings...but in the future, it may be best to clearly state the term "Light Novel" with regards to the book's title, as to avoid confusion between manga and light novel volumes. As it is, titles like "Accel World, Vol. 1 Kuroyukihime's Return" could easily be mistaken for a manga when ordering online -- especially if the buyer is not informed enough regarding the product. This was not an issue for me, but it does seem like English-language publishers tend to shun the term "light novel." ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ I really want this series to succeed! *by J***Y on July 26, 2014* This book is written by the same author who did Sword Art Online, and despite being the less commercially popular of the two series', I feel that this one is vastly more interesting. It takes place in the same world as SAO, but several generations in the future. The author kills it with the world building and sets up a very believable technological future. The main character is flawed as a person, but that only endears me to him more since I know he will have to undergo an amazing transformation as the story goes forward. Localization is pretty decent. It's hard to translate for a setting ingrained in Japanese culture but the translator does a good job of conveying the important parts. Notes for terminology and cultural information would have been nice, but you could still get by without. The one thing that makes me sad is the way they translated Ash Roller's dialogue since he's known for talking funny (his character is supposed to have a terrible grasp of English, but uses it as slang anyways). In any case, I highly recommend the read. It's superior to the anime and manga, and is after all, the original source material. BUY IT! You'll feel MEGA LUCKY!!! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A great find... *by S***I on December 6, 2014* This is the first light novel I've ever read, and I thoroughly enjoyed it. The story seemed at first to be somewhat cliched, but the writing style and world-building really captivated me. As far as plot, there were moments where I expected something to turn out a certain way, but was completely surprised and caught off guard by what happened next. In the end, I have to say the story was well thought out, and very moving. It was a journey that made me both laugh and cry (for real). The author is adept at humor and drama alike. On another note, the author's vision of the state of technology in the future and the part it plays in people's daily lives will appeal to fans of "hard" sci fi, as it's (for the most part) very plausible and convincing. The characters are likeable, even the nerdy, antisocial protagonist with a huge inferiority complex. I don't particularly identify with the protagonist, but there are lessons, tastefully embedded in this tale, that have universal value. I'm hooked on this series now. I bought and read vol. 2, The Red Storm Princess, and just ate it up. I can't wait until they translate and release the third one. I highly recommend these books. --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.is/products/1919660-accel-world-vol-1-kuroyukihimes-return-light-novel](https://www.desertcart.is/products/1919660-accel-world-vol-1-kuroyukihimes-return-light-novel) --- *Product available on Desertcart Iceland* *Store origin: IS* *Last updated: 2026-06-01*