otakulys's manga / #strangling(3)

Wtf, apparently I read this but have no memory of it. I properly tagged it, but didn't leave a review. Strange. Anyway, the first story is interesting and...kinda creepy. Maybe not even "kinda." There's an implication near the end there that this may not be the end of it. It's nice to think that they can move past that and love each other forever, but...feels more likely that this is gonna end in a murder-suicide. I dunno, it's yaoiland, so I'm sure it'll be fine. I guess we should just be happy he didn't rape him because he loves him so much. I have to re-read the other stories, because I don't remember them either, but... it's not bad what I've read so far.

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.