I really enjoyed this volume. I think it delves more into the magic systems of the world that Yuu finds himself in. I still think that the artwork can look a bit chaotic and muddy at times. I look forward to reading more in this series.

Definitely kicking it up a notch with the pacing and drama! Finally got the villain's origin story, and some much-needed character development.

Twisted Wonderland is a manga inspired by a mobile game. Like Alice in the Country of Hearts, Twisted Wonderland very much plays up the Alice in Wonderland aesthetic: in this case, it draws upon the Disney animated movie adaptation, while also referencing other popular Disney films. Much like retellings of classics and beloved fairy tales, Twisted Wonderland is a retelling of classic Disney: Japanese high school student and kendo club member Yuken Enma is suddenly transported into another world. He finds himself in an elite magic school whose dorms are themed after various Disney villains, such as Ursula (The Little Mermaid), Mustafa (The Lion King), and the Queen of Hearts (Alice in Wonderland).

In this volume, Yuken's friends, Ace and Deuce, have been banished from their dorm by their house-warden, Riddle, who is a devout rule-follower--Riddle has vowed to uphold the 810 rules set by the Queen of Hearts, no matter how nonsensical. Ace's attempts to apologize and undo his banishment fail, and conflict escalates dramatically. While this plot has continued off and on since volume one, it's nice to see some more world-building and character development, especially on Riddle's part, as well as a deeper glimpse into his relationship with Trey, his friend/lackey. It was also fun to meet this iteration of the Cheshire Cat, who briefly appears.

Overall, this is a story meant for pure entertainment, especially for manga, game, and/or Disney fans. Followers of Black Butler (manga or anime) will also recognize Yana Toboso's signature art style. In short, not earth-shattering, but fun.

I read a lot of Disney books but very few graphic novels/manga but this series is a favorite!

Disney's Twisted Wonderland, Vol. 3 continues to deliver an enchanting mix of magic, friendship, and mischief that fans have come to love. In this installment, we see Yu embroiled in yet another adventure, this time at one of Heartslabyul Dorm's infamous unbirthday parties.

The storyline revolves around Yu's earnest attempts to help his friend Ace, which inevitably leads to unforeseen consequences. The dynamic between the characters remains engaging, with each one bringing their quirks and personalities to the table. The addition of Riddle, the house-warden, as a formidable antagonist, adds an exciting layer of tension to the narrative.

What sets this volume apart is its exploration of Heartslabyul Dorm's traditions and customs, particularly through the lens of the unbirthday party. The world-building continues to impress, with vivid descriptions and imaginative details that draw readers deeper into the magical realm of Twisted Wonderland.

VIZ Media provided an early galley for review.

Last year, I was able to review volume 1and volume 2 of this series. I am pleased to be able to continue to see how this story evolves.

Growing up, Lewis Carroll's Alice's Adventures in Wonderland and Through the Looking-Glass books were always favorites of mine. And, of course, I was a big fan of the 1951 Disney animated adaptation. I am pleased to see those elements of the latter that influenced the story and artwork in the series as a whole and this volume in particular.

This volume covers the next five chapters in this first book (chapters 12 to 16). In them, the reader sees the unraveling of Riddle and how everyone has to respond to the rapid spiraling decline. We get insight into the character as well as some important world-building details that I think will become a bigger issue as this manga continues to unfold.

It is also interesting to see the changes in the characters Trey and Cater (featured on this volume's cover) as they come to realize how tyrannical Riddle's rule of the Heartslabyul Dorm has become. We're also briefly introduced to a new character Chenya who is very inspired by the Cheshire Cat character from the original source material. I expect we'll see more of him in the future.

If you're a Disney fan and enjoy manga, this one is must-read.

I have been playing the mobile game that this manga series is based upon for a few months, I have played the entirety of the story that this manga is based off of. Going in knowing the story, I really appreciated the added content Yana Toboso has done (author of Black Butler), and I can't wait to see the conclusion of Book 1, and what the new authors bring to the following books with story, and art.

Man, this one was intense! I devoured this one so quickly I don't even know where it went. This series seems to just get better and better, and I'm so excited to see what V4 will bring!