The Duke of Death and His Maid

Synopsis

When the duke was a young boy, a witch made it so that any living thing he touched died. Unable to cope with such a cursed child, his family sent him away to live in an old mansion. Now a young man, his only companions are an elderly butler and his childhood friend, a buxom, blonde maid named Alice. Despite the fact that touching the duke means instant death, Alice is constantly teasing him, getting close and flirting mercilessly. But even though Alice loves to make the duke blush, her affection for him is the real deal. Can the two figure out a way to break the witch’s spell? (Source: Seven Seas Entertainment) Note: The chapter count includes 15 extra chapters.

About

The Duke of Death and His Maid is a Japanese manga, first serialized in 2017, spanning 240 chapters, collected across 16 volumes, The series has concluded, (last release in 2023).

Why readers enjoy The Duke of Death and His Maid

The Duke of Death and His Maid appeals to readers of Comedy manga, especially those who appreciate stories that weave in Romance, Supernatural elements. This combination of Comedy, Romance, Supernatural sets the work's pacing and tone, and explains why it resonates with that specific audience.

Creators

The Duke of Death and His Maid is written by Inoue, with art by Inoue.

Reception

The Duke of Death and His Maid holds an average score of 7.7 out of 10 on AniList, a strong score that reflects broad reader satisfaction, with 615 readers marking it as a favourite.

Themes & motifs

Recurring motifs and themes throughout The Duke of Death and His Maid include: Maids, Witch, Butler, Heterosexual, Magic, Male Protagonist, Shounen, Female Protagonist. These threads anchor the work's narrative direction and offer a reliable indicator of the reading experience it delivers.