alice-chan's manga / #ikemen seme(2)

4.5 because the ending was way too rushed (the part in the real world). it was generally fast-paced, I wish it was longer and all the aspects were explored in more depth. Other than that though, I really loved this concept! It was really interesting and had my attention the whole time. I liked the 2 main characters, and the backstory (extra ch) was really funny. It was cute and overall a good read, so I do wish there was more.

I cried, I laughed, I felt the pain through their backstories. I haven't read such a well-paced yaoi in a LONG time (even the ones I love probably don't have such a good pace as this). all of their backstories are really heart-breaking, and their love is unique- this yaoi doesn't focus on the stereotypical love we're all used to. it has a more mature feel to it, more of wanting to be next to each other, to be supporting one another rather than a simple attraction. we can see that kind of love develop throughout the story, and Ayumu (the kid) adds a whole other level of depth that rounds out and completes the story. The portrayal of real, raw human emotions were also very well done, I thought each character had a great sense of depth to them. Really well done. on another note, I'd LOVE a spin-off with Ayumu and Kazuya when they're in middle school/ high school since they already have the whole 'childhood friends' trope and the 'tsundere uke and attached/clingy, playful (puppy-like?) seme' vibe going (´∀｀)♡