Light discovers a "death notebook" dropped into the human world that lists the names of those about to die. After his initial horror, he decides to use the notebook's powers to rid the world of violent criminals endangering himself and his loved ones.
General Note
"First published in Japan in 2003 by Shueisha Inc."--Page before title page.
Translated from the Japanese.
Printed Manga-style: book opens from left to right. Pages are read from right to left.