just_m3h's manga / #shounen ai(100)

Awkward and lonely Touji becomes caught up in the whirlwind that is Itsuki and finally opens up from the solitary shell he's been in since he was a child It was very good and I enjoyed the story (or lack thereof?) and characters (especially how kind and thoughtful Itsuki was) but the intimate scenes are weird to read because they're too young. 4.6

A typical writer who can't keep to deadlines and an unexpectedly delinquent looking housekeeper. I didn't dislike it, especially enjoyed the teasing. But the uke is seriously a bit too useless. 4.5 5: About 2 sprinters, who've been the best of friends since middle school. While in uni, one peaks and gives up on track, causing their relationship to become awkward. This one was so sad yet nice too. Glad he decided to keep running for himself, even if not competitively. 4.75

When Jin walks in asking for a full back tattoo of Seina's choosing, he's not quite sure what to make of him. But Seina finds himself enjoying time spent with the odd, interesting and knowledgeable Jin more and more. I love how atypical their knowledge bases, personalities and appearances are. Hurrah, for defying expectations! I really do like both of them, think they're just genuinely very cool people. Enjoyed the brocon brother, too. But feel really bad for him. Wish Seina had given him a chance much earlier. Jin is too cool, seriously! Getting tattooed and owning a rare bookstore and dabbling in stocks with considerable success... damn. Can't decide if I want him or want to be him. Want to read more about them, about Seina's friends and his bro, too! 5!!!

Great world building. Across the big lake is a country where therion and half therion (sentient beings with animal characteristics) rights are disregarded and they are treated like slaves and "pets". The country where everyone is treated equally finally manages to enforce a truce via allied forces and works to rescue refugees and survivors. One such rescued child is Lyco, who was badly mistreated as a "pet". He is temporarily housed with a social worker, Yuto but they love each other so much, that Yuto decides to adopt him permanently. Only, Lyco's feelings of love begin to evolve beyond familial regard. It's so well done. Lyco's so cute! He definitely deserves a lifetime of happiness, surrounded as he is by loving people. Yuto is such a kind person, and so supportive and definitely a great guardian. Choosing not to develop their relationship in a rush and not having them physically involved at this stage is a great decision the mangaka made. Very well done. 5

Toki has to take care of his 4 year old nephew, who was orphaned an year ago, for 2 months. Becoming overwhelmed with juggling childcare with work, he accepts help from Chihiro, a friend's younger brother who is in love with him. I think Toki's resolve is a force to be reckoned with. From taking on so much to keep Api happy and his work at bay, to deciding to wait until things were in order before he gave Chihiro an answer, he's so honest and sincere. It's quite endearing. Chihiro is clearly patient as fuck, definitely knows the big picture is where it's at. I also really liked that Toki wasn't incompetent and incapable of learning to cook and take care of Appi, yet smart enough to know when to accept help. The way Chihiro came to their defense and helped them out throughout was also great; that principal was way out of line. Appi is so adorable and precious. I'm so glad he is surrounded by such loving people. 4.8

I agree, Kacchan. I agree! He's really pushing it!!

After his father tragically passes away in jail and his father's bestfriend whom he calls uncle) dies in an accident, Heyun finds out that the company his father and uncle spent their lives building up from scratch (Ding Rong Electronics) has been promised away to some stranger who is his uncle's wife's brother. Not standing for what is clear subterfuge, Heyun tries to dig into matters, only to come face to face with the arrogant Cheng Ding, the new successor who seems strangely familiar. Aside from the initial lack of judgement, I really do think Heyun is some kind of freaking saint, honestly. I know that all of the previous heads were in the wrong, but yeesh. Cheng Ding had a very, very messed up sense of justice. Glad Heyun's tenderness finally showed him how wrong he was. At least he's making a great effort to sustain the relationship now, just like Heyun. And so glad they can now begin to be happy. They really do deserve it. 5

Shun is an aspiring writer, estranged from his family who couldn't accept his sexuality. He becomes curious about and eventually enamoured with Mio, a lonely orphan, who soon leaves the sleepy island behind for a facility in the mainland (Okinawa). Is there any future for the love budding between them? Gentle, heartfelt, and lovely. And just a little bit lonely. Loved that he was the uke. Because. Well. I wanted Shun to be cherished and taken care of as if he were something precious- because he is. 5

Hanseo gets talked into sharing his overly spacious house with Yoon and Han Jiyoon (whom Hanseo has a massive crush on), after Yoon catches him smelling Han Jiyoon's jacket during a night out. Yoon's just teasing him a bit while trying to help his cute kouhai. Promise. Why is he so damn cute, though?? I did enjoy it. But it wasn't amazing or anything. Just good. I liked that Han Jiyoon didn't take the cliché "I pushed him away but I like him now" route. I still don't like him, though. I might agree with some of his views on privilege, but he's stilm an arsehole. He had no business being such a dick. I liked Yoon and Hanseo well enough, but did not think either were amazing characters. Hanseo's dad was honestly annoying. 4.5/5

seme should lead the resistance, bro 4.7/5