Yokoshima Innocent Days
One of my favourite kinds of stories, the childhood best friends to lovers, and this was done well. Both MCs were likeable and protective of each other. The friendship circle were also relatable and added a touch of humour to the story as well as being supportive. I just love when my favourite kind of story is created as well as this one.
Ai ga Kami wo Korosu Toki
The first story with the mafia boss was interesting. The seme was a 35 year old stylish but intimidating man who was high with the Italian mafia in NY. He fell almost immediately for the uke who strongly reminded him of his first love. He was protective of the uke and ready to defy his clan for him. The uke was a young Japanese guy not having much luck with his college entrance exams. He went to NY for a break only to be robbed of his passport and luggage and running from thugs..right into the arms of a mafia boss. The uke was sweet, a little naive and very much in love with this older man who carries (and uses) a gun. A man who lives an ocean away. There was a second story that started promisingly with 2 doctors who had known each other since middle school. The richer boy always bullied the other and it seemed like it may be a bully to lovers romance. But as adults he raped the uke and there was zero consent or even affection felt by the uke. Even when he realised the seme doctor had always had feelings for him, the story just ended. Tbh I am ok with that because I hate rape to love stories. In my mind the uke guy will never go near him or forgive him. Let it end there.horrible story.
Konosaki wa Futarikiride
Yoshikawa Haruki has had a crush on his best friend Watanabe Ryuusaki, since high school started. Haruki is a bit relieved that Ryuusaki is not good with girls, but suddenly a girl seems to have taken interest in him. Super sweet and fluffy feel good story about 2 best friends who become lovers. No nasty drama or angst, perfect for reading if you want warm fuzzy feelings and a smile left on your lips (─‿‿─)♡
Senobi no Housoku
A very sweet story about the petite but full of feisty strength and laughs, Kosuke (aka Ham-chan) and new student Raku, the tall hafu who hides his blue eyes and blonde hair in order to fit in. These two boys become the best of friends and much of this story is about that steadfast friendship and those within their social circle at school. The group dynamic was really sweet because it included girls who weren’t written to be horrible and quirky guys with defined characters. All in all, a sweet story worth reading.
Mousouka, Koi o Suru.
A truly beautiful little collection of stories: Chapter 1, 2, 5.5: The Daydreamer Falls In Love -Yuma: College student, popular, straight. Overlooks Souta’s phone and observed BL. Intrigued and eventually befriends the quieter megane boy and the two become very close with similar interests. Values Souta for the way he feels in his company. -Souta: College student, gay but not open, enjoys BL manga, vivid imagination, romantic. You can tell this sweet guy is crushing hard on his new friend. Chapter 3: The “S” Treatment Kounichika Kouhei: HS student, soccer player, athletic. Takes the lead on helping treat the sadistic school nurse with pain immersion and empathy. Surprisingly dominant and bold. Sensei: School nurse enjoys watching students in pain when they are treated. Worried about being a pervert unsuitable for working at a school. Chapter 4: Can I Touch You? Sonoda: Angelically beautiful HS freshman student so good looking it’s a little intimidating to other students. Wants to be more than an untouched idol on a pedestal. Shows some intimidating possessiveness towards Kenji if others touch him. Kenji-kun: A little cute guy totally blown away by the chestnut haired perfection of Sonoda. Willing to do most anything for the one he has put on a pedestal, but needs a wake up call that the guy he idolises has needs an angel wouldn’t share. Chapter 5: My Second To Last Wish Sometimes, there is no happy ending and a friendship is irrevocably changed by a confession. This sad, poignant short story between Naoya and Daiki hurts the feelings, so read only if you enjoy a dash of heartache in your day.
Lie Cry Like
Such a beautiful story! The relationship between Tani and Towada had a deep intimacy like soul mates connecting that was lovely to read and watch unfold. The vulnerability of Towada had me bracing for tragedy and I am so glad that the author decided not to take that path. That lonely guy needed his specific someone and Tani was so decent and nurturing (lol mother) he was perfect. The artwork was exceptional too, just so very, very pretty.
Like a Tidal Wave - from Pheromone Shower
Loved it, no time to review but it’s awesome!
Koishite kissshite kanjaitai
I kept waiting for the drama and angst of Omegaverse but this was simply pure and wholesome. With full consent between the MCs there was lots of lovemaking that was both sexy and sweet. This story was hard to resist for how these guys fell for and treasured each other. It was interesting that this Alpha x Omega pairing was thanks to parental match making and it really did serve to protect the vulnerable Akihiro (omega).
Sensei no Sensei
It takes a shounen-ai to give a wholesome Omegaverse story full of kind and friendly people and a little town that looks perfect. This sweet story had alpha Ooji-sensei in his first teaching job working with grade 1 students. He runs into the guidance counsellor Yasumi-sensei, a gentle beta whom he had fallen in love with as a student at school himself. At that time, Yasumi had gently refused the confession and so in the present day Ooji had some residual embarrassment. But as these 2 renewed their acquaintance on an equal footing as adults they fall for each other. There is no angst or unnecessary drama; simply a happy love story full of good feelings.
Snail: Conqueror of Earth