👶 Book Review: HEAD START AT BIRTH #28 by UMIKA (Kindle & comiXology Edition)
A lively mix of reincarnation fantasy, slice-of-life charm, and magical growth—Volume 28 continues Lilia’s journey with fresh challenges and evolving relationships in a world she’s determined to master.
📖 Series Snapshot
Head Start at Birth is a long-running manga series by UMIKA, illustrated by Reku Hayase, featuring Lilia, the newborn daughter of a marquis who retains memories of her past life. Armed with gamer-like knowledge and a strategic mind, she sets out to become the strongest girl in a fantasy world that blends nobility, magic, and social intrigue.
Volume 28, published in March 2024, is part of a 44-volume series available on Kindle and comiXology, and continues to build on Lilia’s growth—both magical and emotional—as she navigates her unique second chance at life.
✨ Volume 28 Highlights
- 🍼 Lilia’s development: Her magical abilities and social acumen continue to evolve, often surprising the adults around her
- 🧠 Strategic thinking: Lilia uses her reincarnated knowledge to solve problems creatively, often outsmarting older nobles and mages
- 🏰 World-building: The series expands its setting with new characters, political dynamics, and magical lore
- 💬 Humor and heart: Balances clever dialogue with sweet moments of friendship and family bonding
“Lilia, the newborn daughter of a marquis, has the memories of her previous life! With cheat-like gamer knowledge she aims to become the strongest girl in this new ‘other world’!” — Amazon description
💬 Reader Reception
- ⭐ Amazon rating: 4.4/5 from 21 reviews
- 📖 Readers praise the series for its unique premise, lighthearted tone, and consistent character growth
- 🧾 Volume 28 is seen as a solid continuation, though some fans wish for deeper plot twists or longer chapters
- 💬 “Lilia’s cleverness never gets old. She’s adorable and brilliant—this volume keeps the charm going.” — Amazon reviewer
⚠️ Considerations
- 📄 Short format: At 21 pages, it’s a quick read—best enjoyed as part of the full series
- 📚 Series continuity: Not ideal as a standalone; new readers should start from Volume 1 for full context
- 🧾 Digital-only: Available via Kindle and comiXology, with no print edition currently listed
🏁 Final Verdict
HEAD START AT BIRTH #28 is a fun and engaging installment in a series that continues to charm readers with its reincarnation twist and clever heroine. UMIKA’s storytelling remains consistent, offering bite-sized doses of fantasy, humor, and heart. For fans of light manga with a strong female lead and magical world-building, this volume is another satisfying step in Lilia’s journey.
