Second Time of Dawn
I’m sorry, but the plot is dumb, and the MC is dumb. I gave this a try because the time travel plot seemed interesting, but this back and forth between Yihan and Jinwoon is just so nonsensical? The MC is so wishy washy; I’m not convinced the author even wants the reader to like him. WHY WOULD HE PUT JINWOON IN THE CLOSET… AGAIN?! This is one of those trashy love triangles where you’re only reading to see whose endgame. So far, it seemed like black haired ML is the one. Anyway, reading this is very frustrating, and there is a lot to be desired. I would probably like this more if their characters/translation were more fleshed out. It’s a classic, dramatic, and generic plot. The MC feels he has to be with Yihan out of obligation, but he somehow, without rhyme or reason, gets entangled with Jinwoon. Great.
Kedamono Kareshi (aomoto Sari)
I think Tada and Emami weren’t bad. I’ve read worse. Plus, they were semi-cute. I like their extra in “Kare no Shousou to Koi ni Tsuite.” The other stories were pretty mid, but I liked the third one as well. Short but sweet friends-to-lovers story.
Full Moon Alchemist
this is actually really interesting. ml is like princess fiona, and the mc is a capable alchemist… i am captivated by the fantasy setting!
Kimi to Oishii ai no Kotoba
Definitely plot holes like other commenters said. World building isn't the best. Like the ML was a demon and then all of a sudden he lost his powers? Still, I liked it. Very fluffy couple with nothing really getting in their way. Lots of smut (the extra was rly hot). Also, it bad for me to want 3P? The mangaka did Nagizuki dirty…. Having to listen to his crush get railed by his boyfriend *sobs* Weird, yet fluffy and smutty read.
It Starts With Stalking
What a plot twist! The ML, I’d argue, was even more obsessive than the MC. It was all part of his plan from the start…. The last panel was really… Plus, the ML lowkey raped the MC erm. WELL. Anyway, it was a memorable read. I can see how the ML is a little reminiscent of Eunsung from Checkmate. The *art* was really good.
Golden Opportunity
I don’t usually read yakuza stuff, but this is really good. As much as there is smut, there is some plot to go along with it. Gang politics, the mystery behind Ryu Jean’s death, the leads’ past together— It makes for a thrilling read. The side characters aren’t flat either. I like how they pretty much have their own personalities. On top of that, the size difference is pretty refreshing. If you’re into that, one of the better reads out there.
Raising Beta
what the fuck was rhat??? from the start, the ml was the cause of the mc’s misfortune and probably still is… that ending was so…. mf KILLED the mc’s family, forcefully turned him into an omega, impregnated him (with no consent may i add), i cant… plus he faced no real consequences. really messed up story. least the art was good. the storytelling wasn’t half bad either. you can see the persistent ocean metaphor present in the background perhaps to represent the mc’s state
Saiyaku ni Shite Madowazu
ahhh this is really good. sometimes you need old men BL. it doesn’t have that spark of puppy love but it still manages to be romantic in its own unique right. i love how this is mature, and you get to see their domesticity ^^ there doesn’t have to be any clear labels; you can just see they mean a lot to each other. the side characters are realistic and aren’t used as one dimensional pawns for the sake of the plot. the leads’ dynamic is so delightful. the mc is relatable and kind of a tsundere while the ml is deadpan yet doting and considerate
Tonari no Banken
THEY’RE TOO CUTE! i needed more… they’re the epitome of the childhood friends pairing. i liked how kiyo was lowkey kind of obsessive (e.g. him putting a gps on hana). they both like each other so much!! i just needed to see more of hana with his long hair haha
Yurufuwa-kun Niwa Wake ga Aru