👶 Manga Review: HEAD START AT BIRTH #3 by UMIKA, Illustrated by REKU HAYASE (Kindle & comiXology Edition)
The third chapter in this reincarnation comedy continues Lilia’s baby-powered rise through noble society—UMIKA and REKU HAYASE deliver another charming, fast-paced installment filled with clever schemes and magical mischief.
🧠 Overview
Published in March 2022, HEAD START AT BIRTH #3 is the third volume in the manga series by UMIKA, with art by REKU HAYASE. The story follows Lilia, the newborn daughter of a marquis, who retains memories from her previous life. With her adult intellect and gamer-like strategic thinking, she’s determined to become the strongest girl in her new fantasy world—starting from infancy.
In this volume, Lilia continues to navigate her aristocratic surroundings, using her knowledge to manipulate social dynamics, master magic, and outwit adults—all while maintaining the illusion of being an innocent baby.
✨ Key Highlights
- 🍼 Strategic scheming: Lilia’s internal monologue reveals her tactical mind as she maneuvers through noble politics
- 🎮 RPG-inspired logic: Her reincarnated knowledge lets her exploit magical systems and social loopholes
- 😂 Visual comedy: REKU HAYASE’s expressive art enhances the humor, especially in scenes where Lilia’s baby antics mask her genius
- 🏰 Worldbuilding expansion: Volume 3 introduces new characters and hints at deeper magical lore
“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!’” — Goodreads summary
💬 Reader Reception
- ⭐ Goodreads rating: 4.18/5 from over 80 ratings
- 📖 Readers enjoy the series’ light tone, clever protagonist, and quick pacing
- 🧾 Volume 3 is praised for maintaining the humor and momentum of earlier chapters while adding new twists
- 💬 “Lilia’s antics are hilarious—she’s a baby with a plan, and it’s fun watching her outsmart everyone around her.”
⚠️ Considerations
- 📄 Short format: At 27 pages, it’s a quick read—best enjoyed as part of the ongoing series
- 📚 Series continuity: Works best if you’ve read Volumes 1 and 2, as it builds directly on previous events
- 🎨 Digital-first: Available via Kindle & comiXology, ideal for mobile manga readers
🏁 Final Verdict
HEAD START AT BIRTH #3 is a fun and fast-paced continuation of Lilia’s magical mischief. With its blend of reincarnation fantasy, RPG logic, and baby-level chaos, this volume keeps the series fresh and entertaining. If you’re a fan of lighthearted isekai manga with a twist of clever comedy, Lilia’s journey is worth following.
