Dead or alive
I liked this so much. The art is unique, THE BODY HAIR, the normal dicks (Callahan is big but not like a two liter of coke or anything, and uncircumcised!), the vibrant side characters, the “is he or isn’t he” with Johnny for the whole story. It’s very unique in terms of yaoi and it felt like the perfect length, and the epilogue was very satisfying. I love their sweet but spicy domesticity - the affection is real, but they also compliment each other and keep each other on their toes. Calahan could not be more DADDY and I love that Johnny, for all his innocent looks, is a tough, capable cookie who reeeeally wants to climb Calahan like a rugged tree. At first I wished it was color but I actually think b&w works so well here. It lets the art have a rough, atmospheric feel that contributes a lot to the story. I could’ve done without the attempted rape scene, but given the situation it’s not like it’s unrealistic, and Johnny took down that Lurch-looking motherfucker all by himself. Most importantly it WAS NOT between the main characters. The first encounter was definitely dub-con but everything after that is consensual and almost always initiated by Johnny.
Daisuki shugite Gomennasai
This was so good! An extremely healthy relationship and approach to sex, ALL THE CONSENT, a top who cares how his bottom feels, supportive friends and family, and really hot, intimate smut. Perfect. The brother cousin thing was so weird and unnecessary, we’re just gonna ignore that.
Kizuato ni Kuchizuke
Read the officials on bato: https://bato.to/title/144516-kizuato-ni-kuchidzuke-official This was so lovely. A healthy, respectful adult relationship. No unnecessary drama, no sexuality crises, no dumb misunderstandings that get drawn out because no one will communicate.they are both green green green flags and love each other so much. The sec is incredibly hot because they are both 1000% into it and care about each others’ pleasure - it’s much more meaningful than just smut. I love them so much. Uncensored in second volume. I think the panels are out of order on a few pages. This is a spin-off from the younger brother’s story, but apparently that one is less perfect than this gem? https://www.mangago.me/read-manga/kami_ato_ni_kiss/
Usagi-chan Doshikori Moushiagemasu
I love this author, they’re all so good. Megu must be protected at all costs.
Utsui kun ga Shitekurenai
This was cute but not a favorite. Shuuhei’s virgin thing is kinda gross, and Shun is precious but he doesn’t really take what his partner wants in terms of intimacy into account. Not toxic though.
19 Sai no Porno Endeavor
Cute, uncensored. Not a favorite but not bad. Body hair - just a bit on the old man
Can't get Caught! XXX
Re-read, this is one of my favorites. The art is great, the plot is fun, there’s no huge drama. Se Eun is adorable and pervy (with an absolute peach of a booty), Jeongwoo is the definition of a puppy seme. I do wish he’d listen slightly better during sex (what’s new?) but you can definitely tell they’re both into it. I want Gyusik to get his own spin-off, he’s precious.
Inran Joushi no Private Porno
HOT. HOT. HOT. And oddly wholesome. Two mature adults working out their feelings. I love that Yosuke didn’t beat around the bush and just told Yashima how he felt and what he wanted. Also Yashima I as POWER bottom.
Dare demo Iikara Daitekukre Uke ni bakari Moteru Bijin Fukukaichou-sama no Junan
Mixed feelings on this one. On one hand, it was fun and interesting and actually challenged the hard line gay/straight divide we often see in yaoi. The environment had no homophobia whatsoever, and there were a few mentions of people being verse. Seisei is an absolute power bottom and Sakuya is honestly adorable. My only real issue with the story is that the focus on top/bottom behavior was so dumb and rigid. Like you can joke around about it but even if you're 100% one or the other in the bedroom, it doesn't have anything to do with your personality or attitude in regular life, or how you talk or act during sex even. There are all kinda of sexualities and preferences and being so set on top/bottom, boy/girl, masculine/feminine is a really heteronormative way of viewing the world. But overall it was cute. If only Kazuma hadn't assaulted both Seisei and Sakuya... not interested in his story honestly.
Muri Marriage