Katsubou no Manazashi
The first story with Uncle and Reo will mess with your head a bit. It had some disturbing moments where Reo was being sexually abused but not in the way you would expect. It’s hard to explain without horribly spoiling the plot, but I actually enjoyed the story. It was well written and dark and surprising. The second story was cute, with the reunion between high school couple after a few years and a growth spurt. Much lighter than the first story, this one was sweet and the seme was a really kind and considerate partner.
Tenjou no Shita ni Koi
Sigh...happy feels This was a lovely story. The family were all ikemen but they were also good natured and loving. I had a bit of a crush on them all, but I think Hota chan was the sweetest (apart from the adorable Sei lol) and the best choice for Yui. It felt right that he chased someone for himself, especially once you knew his backstory. I loved how he appreciated Yui so much and thanked him after they had sex. There was something about that scene that was really endearing.
Patchwork (fujitani Youko)
What an adorable short story! It has the potential to be so much longer but even this little look at the new family unit was so sweet.
Sekai wa Shippo de Dekiteiru
A beautiful story about the last Japanese wolves (half beasts) and the human who loved them both. The sadness of dealing with the grief that accompanied the loss of parents and the sweetness of finding family and someone to stay by your side as you grow old. These moments give this story the heartache and happiness that makes for something bittersweet and heartwarming l
Setsunai Himitsu
An interesting story about secrets from the past that come to light when Leonie agrees to write the biography of a famous actress. I liked the art and although the story was fast paced the MCs were obviously sparking against each other. I enjoyed watching Leonie get flustered by the ever changing Luke.
Eien O Sagashite
A romance with a touch of mystery and danger. Grieving after her mother’s death, Honor is helped by Trace with his gentle words and kind approach. But soon, Honor’s life is about to be turned upside down and the only one she will feel safe with is the one who lied to her, Trace.
Usotsuki Na Cinderella
Omokage O Motomete
It was a sweet story about a couple with an instant connection getting the 2nd chance to be together. This time they are both available and in the same place but the war wounds carried by the Baron are more than skin deep. It will take a bold woman to get through to this stubborn man that they can’t let this chance slip by again.
Inu To No Hibi
Gentle Nao has been a caretaker for Ryuuhei for years, filling the gap for Ryuuhei‘s absent working father. Now about to graduate, Ryuuhei is in love with the man he thinks is his father’s lover. I thought this story was very sweet and the misunderstandings were understandable ones to make. The strange stalker is a concern though; seems that Nao will need his guard dog close by just in case.
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