Both manga are making their print debut in English
Panini UK is set to launch two new English-language print releases of manga titles next week. These are Jeanette the Genius and The 100th Time's the Charm. Both of these titles have been previously published digitally by J-Novel Club.
Jeanette the Genius is the manga version of the light novel Jeanette the Genius: Defying My Evil Stepmother by Starting a Business with My Ride-or-Die Fiancé! ( Kakure Saijo wa Zenzen Megenai: Gibo to Gimai ni Ie wo Oidasareta no de Konyaku Haki Shite Moraou to Omottara, Shinshi datta Konyakusha ga Hageshiku Dekiai Shitekuru Yо̄ ni Narimashita!? ). The original light novel was written by Miyako Miyano , with artwork by Hayase Jyun. The art is credited to Nanari.
The original Light Novel was described by J-Novel Club as follows:
When Jeanette's dad disappears unexpectedly, his wicked stepmother takes advantage of the situation to expel her from their home. As a result, she is left without family, possessions or shelter. Despite this setback, Jeanette remains hopeful and believes that every difficult situation presents an opportunity for personal development.
She is excited for her upcoming journey but still needs to end her relationship with Count Claus before moving on. However, unbeknownst to her, the man she is supposed to marry is secretly evil and has his own agenda. Despite this, he is deeply in love with her and will go to great lengths to keep her by his side.
The manga version of Yūji Yūji 's light novel The 100th Time's the Charm is titled "The 100th Time's the Charm" (pictured left). It follows the story of Yūji Yūji as he tries to unlock "Super Love" mode after being executed 99 times in his previous lives. An anime adaptation of this manga has been announced for July 2026.
The original Light Novel was described by J-Novel Club as follows:
Lady Alphina was falsely accused of planning to kill the saint and was subsequently disengaged from her fiancé and sentenced to death by guillotine. However, even after her death, time would go back to before her demise, but she would still end up facing the same fate over and over again, 99 times in total.
After reaching her 100th loop, the protagonist gains a new ability that allows her to hear the thoughts of those around her. She discovers that her accusers had feelings for her that she did not realize before. With this newfound ability, can she utilize it to change her circumstances?