Bleach, Volume 17: Rosa Rubicundior, Lilio Candidior

The situation does look grim. Most of Rukia's would be saviors have been captured and detained and Ichigo is nowhere in sight. Renji's the focus here, as he tries to save his friend. He's stopped by Byakuka, and an epic battle takes place. We see two Ban Kai's here, which is enough to make me lean over in my seat excitedly. Battle thought equals blood. And there's a lot of it. Renji's blood. Now it looks even grimmer, because you know Ichigo is going to end up fighting Byakuka as well. It's recommended that you have a day off to read uninterrupted when you get this far in the books. ( )

I really recommend this series. A teenage boy helps direct souls in the afterlife to soul society where they can live peacefully. Only Hollows (corrupted souls) get in the way and even harm innocent souls. Ichigo relies on friends and family to fight for what is right. ( )