Blue Sky Complex
Summary: Narasaki who only wanted a place where he could sit and read a couple of books was blackmailed by his teacher to supervise the delinquent Terashima while working as the school library's receptionist. From the quiet days they spent together, they eventually became close... and will love bloom? Review: I enjoyed the process of their relationship slowly blossoming, and Narasaki’s,“Terushima just so happens to be a man,” attitude, as it describes the way I think of my own sexuality. Unfortunately, it does end up getting a little repetitive/boring for me past volume 6/7 in my opinion, but even then it still delves into common queer issues and is worthwhile, although it’s not my cup of tea.
Define The Relationship
Summary: Carlyle, a non-dominant Alpha born in an aristocratic Alpha family, had difficulty having a mandatory relationship with an omega and even received counseling. The counselor encouraged him to have sex with an Alpha in order to overcome his difficulties. As Carlyle searches for a partner, he gets to meet Ash by chance. The two once shared a kiss on New Year’s Eve but unfortunately, the aristocrat doesn’t seem to remember. As Carlyle began to meet Ash more frequently, he started to develop feelings for him. What will happen at the end of their relationship? Review: Beautiful couple, probably some of the best art I've seen, but I really wish their communication was better when the relationship was first starting to involve feelings, as that would've saved me a great deal of second-hand embarrassment and frustration. Love them though, they're so sweet and supportive to each other. Also, I don't usually comment on smut as it's not my thing, but it was actually amazing in this one. Like, they didn't just throw it in there for funsies, it's GOOD (and also the entire reason they even met ig).
Cherry Blossoms After Winter
Summary: From living under the same roof to then being classmates?! Ever since his parents passed away, Haebom has been living in Taesung’s house. And now, being a 12th grader, he enters the same class as Taesung, which makes the whole situation way more awkward. Living together 24/7, Taesung and Haebom's relationship is bound to change. Review: It's cute but it feels weird considering they were raised as brothers. When their mother found out, she didn't necessarily seem to be horrified because they're men, but more because she raised both of them and saw Taesung and Haebom as her sons. Another annoyance is that when Taesung and Haebom were in school, Haebom was the diligent and hardworking one, but as soon as schooling is over, suddenly Taesung takes on that role instead. It's absolutely something that's possible in real life--since a workplace may bring different challenges, but it is still very annoying for Haebom to suddenly be having such a difficult time with everything. Other than that, it's nothing remarkable and the art is nice, but not the best I've seen. (Btw, I read this a while ago but made a new account, so I don't remember everything. Don't wanna reread it all tho.)
BJ alex
Summary: Every night at 10, Dong-gyun locks himself up in his room, grabs a box of tissues, and watches a live cam boy show hosted by Alex, a BJ (broadcast jockey). Timid Dong-gyun admires not only Alex’s ripped body, but his candor in sharing his sexual experiences with viewers. One night, Dong-gyun downs too many drinks at a school networking event and passes out. When he wakes up, he’s in bed staring up at a shirtless hunk. A hunk who looks an awful lot like...Alex. Review: It's actually really good, but it's much too sex-based for my liking and Jiwon is just way too aggressive to Dong-gyun for me, even though he does eventually do a complete 180. I do like Jiwon after they do finally speak up about how they really feel and figure things out. It's very lovey-dovey near the ending.
Perfect Buddy
Summary: Seo Hyunsoo is sure of one thing: people are scum and they will always disappoint you. Sure enough, at his very first company dinner after his transfer to a new department, he finds his coworker, the obnoxiously upbeat Baek Youngchan, performing an unsavory deed in the men's bathroom. As much as Hyunsoo would like to avoid Youngchan from that point on, Youngchan seems intent on not letting him out of his sight... Will Hyunsoo be able to evade the encroaching chaos of his new work neighbor? Or will these two clashing coworkers find that opposites really do attract? Review: Hyunsoo's character development is amazing. He was someone who had a particular way of doing everything, and kept trying to bury every little thing that bothered him until it was no longer possible for him to. Each time Hyunsoo's life began its descent into complete disarray, Youngchan was there to support him without even needing to be asked. Hyunsoo even began looking for ways to let Youngchan know he can also depend on him. My only criticism is that Youngchan is so incredibly annoying in the beginning. GET OUT OF THE WAY MAN.
Non-Refundable Alpha
Summary: Choi Jaewon enjoys a carefree life abroad where he spends his time messing with alphas. One day, his father requests for him to return back to Korea in exchange for some money, but he learns upon his arrival that his family is almost bankrupt. In order to save his father's company, he has to get married to his childhood friend, Yang Junhee, who's company will save his father's by investing. Choi Jaewon hates the idea of marrying Junhee, who he remembered as a nerd, but is later pleasantly surprised with his appearance. Later, Jaewon learns that there was a promise he made to Junhee, but he just can't remember. Review: Dude, I lost it when Junhee started crying wth. My only complaints are that it didn't go into depth about their future which I really would love to see, and it was also quite smut heavy for my liking.
Love Me Dramatically
Summary: “I’m dreaming of a soap opera like love." Wooshin Hyung replied with that line on the day Kijoong finally confessed to him. Kijoong initially thought that Hyung’s words had meant “be good to me”. But as time passed and he started to fully understand Hyung, he realized the true meaning: that Hyung wanted their relationship to literally be like a soap opera. Review: This was so unbelievably cute and the art is stunning. I love that they're both just strange people, which is why they get along so well. Like, who else but Kjoong would ever put up with Wooshin's shenanigans? I really hated the entire situation with Kjoong trying to have sex with Wooshin when he was drunk, though. That was really uncomfortable to read.
Kedamono Arashi