Mobius Strip
You know, I really debated on my feelings for this one. The art is gorgeous, and I like the mind games and kinks, etc. I wasn't crazy about the rapey elements, even though they were very mild for yaoi. It was easier to forgive because the characters are supposed to be a little messed up, and it wasn't forceful like you usually see. It was all a little too convenient, but that's often how yaoi goes, and ultimately, the couple is supposed to be twisted, so the rough sex between them and the unhealthy obsession fits just fine. My problem is more with the many yaoi manga out there that contain similar themes but act like it's healthy and lovely. So that in mind, I really enjoyed the story. I can forgive the things that put me off, because I like the way that they fucked with each other, and I appreciated that there was a lot less beating around the bush. Plus, it's sooooo pretty. This art is amazing. I hope she draws a million more manga. I want to read it all. Oh, and piercings! I love the delinquent look, which I believe is what made me start reading this from the beginning. So sexy, ugh.
Devil's Thoroughbred
Wtf, this is so gross. I know for a fact that I've read it before, but I couldn't recall the ending. Someone was gushing over how great and surprising it was, so I read it again. Not sure what they were seeing that I'm not, but it's pretty straight forward to me. Guy has a crush on another guy, violently rapes him and blackmails him, gets stabbed, then stockholm syndrome's his way into the guy's heart. But don't worry, it's funny because the guy hits him with a plant! This is such a disturbing way to treat something so awful. I would go down to one star, but I've read worse, and at least the uke doesn't get all squishy and starry-eyed. But seriously, gross. Also, what plot twist? I don't see any plot twist. The fact that he raped the guy because he liked him? That's like 90% of yaoi manga.
Abarenbo honey