Classroom of the Elite (Light Novel) Vol. 9

The more I read this series the more I realize that Ayanokoji is the embodiment of the 48 laws of power. Gonna be honest, Ichinose big secret isn't even that big of a deal honestly. But this could be due to coming from a Western perspective rather then eastern. The amount of planning involved for this one was really interesting …

I think it's cool how each volume is a bit different based on the atmosphere/mood. Last volume was rather tense, but this one now is more on the emotional side. But the extra volumes like 4.5 or 7.5 are usually lighthearted and funny. It surely isn't easy to bring up every mood for a book series, especially one that doesn't …

Only God knows how far ahead Kiyotaka thinks. Maybe He doesn't have a clue either. Only God can create a scale to measure his level of badassness. Only God's omniscience matches his intelligence. In all likelihood, there isn't a single man on this planet that can face off Kiyotaka in a battle of intellect. What a genius you are, Kiyopon!

There weren't much noteworthy events that happened in this volume. It's good to know more of the characters though.

3.75 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ Really liked this one!! Volume 9 was a bit unconventional among the main COTE editions as it didn’t have a major plot event or special exam. It was definitely more on the emotional character development side, giving Ichinose the spotlight. Random thing I noticed, but it’s a bit odd to me that Ichinose isn’t on the cover …

**3.5 out of 5 stars** This volume revolves around exploring Ichinose’s dark past. In an attempt to destroy Class B’s leader, Class A’s Sakayanagi spreads the rumor that Ichinose Honami is a criminal. But is it only a rumor? Not one of my favorite volumes, TBH. The plot was a bit lukewarm. Your typical Ayanokouji being god and predicting every …

A good volume, we follow the different rumors about ichinose (which honestly was not so important?) and the beginning of the battle between Ayanokoji and Sakanagani. I wonder why Sakayanagi hates Yamauchi in the end? 🤨 Hard to like Nagumo, but an interesting protagonist in the future I think. I can't stand Kushida lol. Karuizawa, we didn't see her much, …

Rumor mill on overtime. And yes, when it comes to politicking, it's extremely effective if you know how to wield it. This light novel is truly a how-to manual. Personal note: If anyone reading my reviews is be interested in reading my SF (Very hard SF, mind you), I'm open to requests. Just direct message me in goodreads or email …

4.5 stars This one was also a great volume. We focus more on Honami and her backstory which to me was a bit of an exaggeration, but then again she did steal so yeah that's bad. Ayanokoji once again swept in and saved the day from the kindness of his heart (not). Still great read and loved seeing the competitive …

I would probably rate it a 4.5. the beggining was quite slower but towards the end we saw ayanokoji's strategy and helping ichinose which i enjoyed tremendeously and found it very realistic. I also quite enjoyed Ayano and sakayanagi interactions and we will most likely witness their battle soon. This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers. Show full …

This one was good. Ichinose so far is in my top 5 characters right now. Only sad thing is Horikita seems to not be as important anymore, but maybe that will change. Giving 4/5 because this wasn't as intense as previous volumes (excluding 8, that one was super underwhelming) but it's still awesome.

Después de leerme por segunda vez este volumen, me he dado cuenta de que el foco del mismo no estaba en el pasado de Ichinose, sino que estaba en la incapacidad de esta para superarlo. This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers. Show full review

[](https://www.goodreads.com/user/show/49087606-roxanne-nelson) 271 reviews1 follower [February 9, 2026](https://www.goodreads.com/review/show/8329501743) Not my favorite of the series, the pacing was slow and unrewarding. Not a bad read, but I was expecting more to chew on.

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一之瀬帆波は罪犯者」 全一年生の生徒達はこの謎メッセージが届いた。そのせいで色々な悪い噂は誕生した。しかし本人はこの噂を無視の選択を選べたが結局に彼女のメンタルはどんどんに弱くになってしまう。 噂は諸然嘘だが一部は真実かもしれない。そう、一之瀬帆波の噂はただ嘘か？それとも真実なの？この不味い状況を続ければ、帆波の学生生活は終わったかもしれない。 だが主人公・綾小路清隆はどんな反応をするか？彼は彼女に助けるか？見捨てるか？元々帆波を助けることは可能性があるか？いずれば清隆の意思の次第で。 ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー 全体的にこのラノベは本当に面白かった！ペースは丁度いいし、色々なキャラが成長し、最後の展開は最高だ。 一之瀬帆波のキャラは元々興味があるので、このスートリーが凄く好き！彼女の重い過去、真性格、隠していたトラウマははっきり伝えった。外面的は彼女は誰でも優しい優等生だが中面的はどうかな？幸いにこの小説は見事に説明してくれた。 ですのでおすすめます！ "Honami Ichinose is a criminal." All the first years received this mysterious message. Because of that, various unpleasant rumors were born. However, the person in question chose to ignore it, but as a result, her mental state is getting worse and worse. Rumors are really just

Better than Volume 8, I would say, but not one of the standout volumes. No special exams here, but I love the setups that were made here, like the ones involving Kushida. I might be the only one to care much about it, but I really liked Ayanokouji's interaction with Wang Mei-Yu / Mii-chan. One thing I love about this …

"It had been clear from the very beginning who her real opponent in this battle was: herself." Classroom of the Elite Vol. 9 By Syougo Kinugasa Well, another wonderful volume of COTE. Can't seem to get enough of this series. This volume was quite good. And the character brilliance needs to further introduction, I believe. The valentines plot was nice. …

Este volumen gira en torno al ataque de Sakayanagi contra Ichinose, utilizando el crimen que cometio en la secundaria. Me encanto ver el despliegue de movimientos que hizo Ayanokouji, como utilizo la información de Kushida para contrarestar el ataque de Sakayanagi a Ichinose, como utilizo la psicologia al punto de destruir a Ichinose para evitar que lo haga Sakayanagi, saliendo …

4½ stars rounded up because it was SOOO much better than volume 8. Sakayanagi makes her move against Ichinose. While the matter may seem small to us, it certainly is something that has bothered Ichinose for a while. Of course there are plots, counter-plots, and plots-within-plots all going on. Ayanokouji says he doesn't care and doesn't want to be involved, …

Haremokoji grows in this volume and the guy is being annoying as all hell to just be seeming ambivalent about it, hell he went on a freaking date with Sato in volume 7 and she's still holding a candle for him! That's 11 girls all at freaking once! Fucking asshole lol. But anyway, this volume isn't anywhere near as lighthearted …