Manga Reviews (from monthly contest)

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: You're My Loveprize in Viewfinder
Manga artist: Ayano Yamane
Manga cover picture:
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com...c67197ac33.jpg


Review:
Sticking once again with more of the well-known titles, I think that this particular manga should probably be listed as one of the gospels in the yaoi bible! It is one of the longer running manga series around and is a firm favourite with good reason. The story revolves around two main characters: Takaba Akihito and Asami Ryuichi. Takaba is a freelance cameraman and Asami is a businessman who owns exclusive nightclubs… However that’s not all – he’s also involved in Japan’s shady underworld, dealing in weapons. Takaba, being the good cameraman he is, has being doing some investigation but gets caught out and chased down by Asami and his men. It’s during this first encounter that Asami’s perception of Takaba changes and he finds himself wanting to hunt down this kid and punish/make him his. And Asami is the kind of man that always gets what he wants.

The reason you should be reading this manga is simple: it’s superb. It blends a seinen genre together with yaoi in perfect harmony to tell a story that’s both compelling (for the actual storyline) as well as sexy (for the numerous encounters between the two). Add to this mix, a whole host of additional characters – including a Chinese bishie named Fei Long – and you’ve got yourself a winning combination. There is action, excitement, steamy scenes, character and relationship development, bonus chapters and some of the most beautiful artwork you have ever seen. Without a doubt, it’s a must read for any yaoi fan!

Review #2

Manga title:
The Killer
Manga artist:
Kei Kanai
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/9Q8rBkj.png


Review:

There isn't anything remarkable that stands out about this story (so far), and as such it is a difficult title to review for lack of much to say. But sometimes normalcy can be refreshing, so let's give this manga a chance!

Haibara is your typical established 30 year old bachelor and a regular customer at his friend's bar, where he meets the young and timid bartender, Yoshiya. Yoshiya gets a lot of unwanted attention at the bar from his customers and when he gets too close to getting in trouble one day, Haibara comes to his aid. Haibara gets annoyed with Yoshiya mistaking him for an "old man killer", aka a young trap who purposely seeks attention of his customers. To teach him a lesson, one day Haibara teases him mercilessly with a random love confession but little does he know Yoshiya is secretly in love with him! Add to that Haibara is himself developing feelings for Yoshiya but he is clearly struggling to get his feelings across to his much younger lover.

The art is beautiful and the nonchalant banter between the pair, though not outstanding, is pretty enjoyable and cute. Read this you're easily pleased and in the mood for something cute and fluff, but don't expect something over the top.

Art: 9/10
Characters: 8/10
Plot: 6/10
Overall rating: 7/10

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: Yoake e no Senkou
Manga artist: Miu Ootsuki
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/F1V3Lln.jpg


Review:

Story (8/10)
Tozaki-kun is a university student aiming to become a lawyer. He works part-time in a law firm, but the relationship he has with his boss, Kuze-san, is more than just being a subordinate...

Characters (8/10)
When asked, Kuze-san told Tozaki-kun that he was straight. So why was Kuze-san being so kind and gentle towards him? Past relationships with girls never really worked out for Tozaki-kun, but he feels strangely comfortable when he’s together with Kuze-san. Emotional turmoil ensues…

Art (9/10)
Beautifully drawn, but even men with a beard may seem feminine to certain people with the way the author draws the eyes of her characters. If you don’t mind feminine looking men, you’re in for a treat.

Smut (10/10)
Very sexy and not over the top. Redrawers for this manga have done an amazing job: as you read over the chapters, the males’ “holy member” slowly become less than holy… as they increase in visibility! Something to look forward to…

Final verdict (9/10)
Overall, I found this manga very enjoyable. There are currently 5 chapters translated, each with around 20 pages. The last chapter remains untranslated, but from what I could see so far, seems very promising. If you’re looking for a good plot, a gentle seme, beautiful art with a pinch of internal conflict, this is the perfect manga for you.

Review #2

Manga Title: Saezuru Tori wa Habatakanai
Manga Artist: Yoneda Kou
Manga cover picture:
https://s-media-cache-ak0.pinimg.com...83af4ce2b1.jpg



Review:
This one is bound to join the ranks of a classic so let’s have a look… This is another manga that falls under the yakuza genre but unlike other mafia stories, this one takes a more in depth look at the psychology of the characters themselves. The story revolves around a character named Yashiro. He’s always been a troubled kid and eventually ends up working for the yakuza. It’s here that he meets a man named Doumeki, who is tasked to be his bodyguard. It’s the interaction between the two men that serves as the main relationship however, there is plenty to read as the shady dealings of the yakuza and internal conflicts are also brought to light.

The reason why this story is a good read is because of the complicated characters themselves. Yashiro is a masochist who will sleep with just about any guy and has only ever loved one person – his friend from high school. This friend, Kageyama, became a doctor, runs a clinic and still maintains contact with Yashiro. His character quirk is that he has a scar fetish – which is actually how Yashiro and he became friends. Doumeki is sort of stoic and is actually impotent as a result of a trauma he witnessed. Be that as it may, he finds Yashiro to be charismatic and beautiful and wants to dedicate his life to this man. Through their various interactions and the events they face, we watch as the characters change and develop and this is what really makes this story worthwhile. The art is done in Yoneda Kou’s unique style, which conveys the sense/feel of each character very well. This should be on your “to read” list because it’s a good blend of drama, action and comedy with a touch of the human element.

Review #3

Manga title: ZE
Manga artist: Shimizu Yuki
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/Tgrl5mF.jpg


Review:

Ladies and Gentlemen welcome to the house of Wakeari, where love and numinosity merge and the line between happiness and sadness is thin.

Plot ( 9/10 )
The plot revolves around the Wakeari household in which people are blessed with special spiritual powers. Being helpless in cooking and household chores, they hire a young man called Raizou as their housekeeper and so the story begins.
The first chapters and couple are pretty flat but as the story progresses it really amazes the reader by introducing other couples with different emotional webs and backgrounds. You may think that ZE is a shallow read during the first chapters but survive them and you are in for a real treat.

Characters (9/10)
ZE is a multi-coupled manga. You may think that this makes the manga confusing but it actually is ZE’s forte. Each arc is focused on a different couple but the solid chain of the main story remains unbroken.

Art (7-8/ 10 )
The art is not outstanding but it is nice enough to make ZE a pleasant read.

Smut (8/10)
Sex scenes are not tamed but also are not too hardcore.

Conclusion (9/10)
This manga is a must read. Some characters and moments can be rushed at times but you will find at least one of the couples or arcs unique and enjoyable, I’ll guarantee you that. So what are you waiting for? Hurry and pick it up!

Review #4

Manga title:
Pretty Babies
Manga artist:
Iwamoto Kaoru (author) and Mamahara Ellie (artist)
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/BHfSFxQ.png


Review:
Entertainment: 9/10
Plot: 7/10
Characters: 8/10
Overall: 8/10

Pretty babies is a compilation of two stories that are interconnected through the protagonists of the series. On his first day to work, newbie detective Chikara gets assigned to senpai Ibuki, who is not only harsh to Chikara, but is also known as the lone wolf due to his complete inability to work with a partner. Ibuki outright rejects Chikara's attempt to follow him and fill in the long empty role of his partner, but Chikara is determined he will not take no for an answer.

You would think the story revolves around Ibuki and Chikara but the series follows a different template by developing relationships of these two with their respective partners instead of each other and explores their dynamics as a tag team. Part one of the story deals with Chikara's crush on a mysterious Priest who lives an alternate lifestyle outside church as a flamboyant gay man. The second part showcases the secret side of loner Ibuki, which he has only bared to his superior as well as his lover, Kiriya.

Iwamoto Kaoru throws in some interesting concepts into a short yaoi mix such as the gay priest, high ranking police officer with a secret life and foster siblings. Kaoru had some good ideas already laid out so I'd have loved to see a longer serialization with more insights into each character. The series has some visible unresolved plot threads, however for its short length and excellent interactions among the characters, I am willing to overlook it.

If you like strong male characters, detectives, and prefer meaningful development of relationships then I highly recommend this series to you. You will not be disappointed by following everyday life of the comical Chikara and Tsundere Ibuki.

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: Kikoeru?
Manga artist: Aoi Hashimoto
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/0MHmhKH.jpg


Review:

Today I want to start off by reading a short and sweet yaoi story, even though I might have more pressing things to do. To unwind and relax is the aim. I want some hot smex, but at the same time, a good plot. Is that too much to ask?

Itsuki is a college student who, as a result of being bullied in the past, has difficulty building meaningful relationships with others. His childhood friend Takuma wants to help him become more sociable. But the story doesn’t focus on the relationship between Itsuki and Takuma.

From midnight to the early morning hours, Itsuki listens to the radio. He loves listening to the radio personality Yunoguchi Arata. So used is Itsuki to Yuno-san’s voice that he has no trouble recognising him when they meet in a bookshop by chance. Itsuki admires Yuno for being able to speak so confidently and fluidly to a “faceless audience.” But in their first meeting, Itsuki suddenly confesses his love to Yuno?!

The story is very relatable and told from both Itsuki and Yuno’s perspective. The thoughts, worries and wants of the characters are clearly depicted with the effective use of internal monologue. The relationship between Itsuki and Yuno is not so clear-cut at first, but after the time-skip, things become more interesting…

The smex is cute, hot and steamy, but not the focus of the story. If you like to see character development, you’ll enjoy this story. Readers will feel their heart warm up at times, squeeze at some other, and with an occasional pinch of sadness.

After this quick read, I feel refreshed and ready to start today’s tasks! I rate this manga 8/10.

Review #2

Manga Title: Insomnia
Manga Artist: Paperjeans & Oriya
Manga cover picture:
http://orig12.deviantart.net/2734/f/...ss-d8fhn02.jpg


Review:
Collaborative works are always fun because you get to enjoy the talents of at least two people on every page. Insomnia is a manhwa which tells the interconnected story of a number of guys whose main connection is the bar they frequent called Insomnia. Here we meet Omi, who has a boyfriend named Akira but is friends with Hiroshi, who once had a thing with Naoru and works for Yukihiko, who owns the bar and has an ex named Hideo and nephew named Sen, who has a friend named Yuichi but works at Insomnia as well and gets to meet Omi… You get the picture: interconnected! The plot starts with the encounter between Omi and Sen and from there it moves on to explore the stories of the other characters. That said, it’s not as confusing to follow as you would think and really illustrates the power of human connection – threads of the past, present and future tangling together to weave a good story.

I happened upon this manhwa by chance, and luckily it isn’t that difficult to track down the rest of the chapters as well Hiroshi and Naoru’s spin-off story. I love the art style because it’s rather different from the usual Japanese style bishie boys but still conveys the beauty of the characters. The characters themselves are rather varied too, including playboys, sensitive souls, cool guys, mysterious men and the innocent types. I suppose you could liken this manhwa to a K-drama because it’s of the interactions between the various characters, which broadens the scope for storylines and is different from other stories which usually focus on one main couple. Intriguing to say the least, this manhwa is full of potential and I can’t wait to see where the sleepless nights lead for these boys...

Review #3

Manga title: Mou Ichido, Nando Demo
Manga artist: Aniya Yuiji
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/kVjPTBj.png


Review:
Aniya Yuiji defies all predictability with this beautifully unique title. Aniya-sensei is simply a genius for combining a sweet plot with dirty sex as if it was the most natural combination ever.

Story: Two volumes isn’t enough to explore the intricacy and depth of the relationship between Fuji Takahiro and Kotou Tarou. The story begins at the peak of our main couple’s relationship: their soon-to-be engagement. The drama ensues from page 1, dragging the reader into an emotional rollercoaster of amnesia, misunderstandings, time skips, and of course… smut!!! The reader will come to understand how their relationship blossoms from being sex friends into the most steadfast mutual love I’ve ever seen in yaoi, against all odds. Truly beautiful.

Art: Aniya-sensei’s art style is very natural - comical at times, yet beautiful in moments that count. Oh, and the sex scenes are explicit, which is very important!

Characters: Kotou appears to be carefree and loose upon first glance, but he is actually a very serious, dedicated person. Fuji is just a passing acquaintance in high school and his straightlaced personality makes him wary of Kotou’s carefree appearance at first. But as he comes to understand Kotou, he can’t help but fall in love. Kotou and Fuji are complete opposites, yet they’re completely perfect for each other because the one thing they have in common is that they love each other unconditionally.

Conclusion: It is difficult to review this title without spoiling even a small fraction of it, but since it was recently translated, I needed – that’s right, NEEDED – to write this review and tell everyone to go and read this title immediately. You may not realize it yet, but you need Kotou and Fuji in your life. Extra bonus: listen to the drama CD too, because it’s fap worthy. Mmhmm.

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: Suna wo Kizamu Hari
Manga artist: Nojiko Hayakawa
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/oQjTt5W.png


Review:

Today’s manga is an emotional rollercoaster that slurs preconceived ideas of how the love between two men should be. The author sheds light on a different type of “forbidden relationship,” at least in the eyes of society as a whole.

Tomohisa is a high school student fascinated with clocks as he spent the majority of his childhood being looked after by his grandfather, a watchmaker. Although his grandfather takes great care of clocks entrusted to him, his relationship with his customers leaves a lot to be desired.

One day, describing the pocket watch of a recurring customer as being an “exquisite beauty,” further telling his grandson that the owner of the watch is “quite the beauty” as well, Tomohisa expected the customer to be a beautiful lady. This, of course, wasn’t the case at all. Kagawa-san turned out to be a man.

The story is very subtle, despite the heavy themes it contains. I admire the author for what she’s achieved, for not once did I feel the intolerance of loving someone several decades above your age. Character relationships are well developed, one focussing between Tomohisa and Kagawa, and the other between Kagawa and the grandfather. Tomohisa tries to deepen the relationship Kagawa has with his grandfather, but what are these unknown feelings Tomohisa himself has towards Kagawa?

A yaoi story like nothing I have read before, I give it a 9/10 despite the lack of sex scenes. It currently has five translated chapters, with more to come. If you’re tired of the same old, same old, this one will give you a nice change of pace and be your breath of fresh air.

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: Saiyaku wa Boku wo Suki Sugiru
Manga artist: Satoru Kannagi (story) and Etsumi Ninomiya (art)
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/TgJvhpG.png

Review:
Are you often frustrated of finding out that a beautifully drawn yaoi manga full of potential ends up being too short, or worse, a one-shot? If so, look no further, because today's title is different. It has five volumes and a total of 35 chapters. Yes, still ongoing. Length is one thing, but "what about the plot?" you may ask. Well then, let's get to it.

Ikumi, a high school student, lost his parents in an accident when he was seven. He got adopted by a very caring and kind foster family, but had difficulty opening up to them. For him, it was all about keeping a low profile in order not to be an inconvenience. However, once Ikumi turned seventeen, things changed. First was the meeting with a new transfer student, Ichijo. Second, the strange accidents that started to occur to Ikumi. He would later find out that both incidents were related and that he shared something in common with Ichijo, a shared promise that their ancestors made to each other.

This is more of a shounen-ai style story, and unfortunately for us, the sexy times have yet to happen. It is difficult to say whether we would get to see them in action at all, but I would much rather prefer it to stay that way if it fits the plot better, than trying to cram something unnecessary and ruin the whole story.

Unsurprisingly, the story's focus is on the relationship development between Ikumi and Ichijo, as they go through the highs and lows of the obstacles they have to face. Therefore, this title is more suitable for readers who have time on their hands, looking for plot, character development and growth more than anything else. If this is your cup of tea, you've stumbled upon a gem.

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: Ame to Kiss
Manga artist: Akihira Shiro
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/XrDdaDq.jpg


Review:
This manga rushed in the blink of an eye directly to my top favorites and it was the first that I re-read the second I finished it! For sure you're all wondering why, but before I share my plate of adoration, I'll make a short plot description.

Maeda Taiki is a very shy and introverted person, with pale skin and dark eyes that was mocked ever since he was a kid about his unique appearance. Even though he lacks in his opinion- in beauty, he's got an incredible eye for clothes, so, he ends up working in a fashion shop. Here he meets the incredible handsome and very sociable Yagii Haruhisa, from the main department of the mall, who shows up when he less expects it, making it impossible not to fall for him. The turn in their relationship begins after a drinking night with colleagues at Yagii's place, after having an argument about Maeda's low confidence and his bold attempt to half-joke with Yagii into kissing his ugly face. To his surprise, he experiences his first kiss. Thus their relationship turns into something more after some time, from there on, we live alongside the most deeply joyful love, but also painful emotions caused by lack of confidence and conversation.

I was honestly not impressed by the art in the beginning, but after a few pages, I felt it matched like a glove. This manga is filled with so many realistic scenes that couples struggle day by day, such powerful emotions that are hard to ignore. I could feel their anxieties, fears and love all along. It made me feel how it is to fall in love, the butterflies, the stupid acts we pull, the laughter, the joy, the longing, the tears.
A MUST read in your lifetime!

Review #2

Manga title: Aoi Haru, Akai Ito
Manga artist: Kisayuki
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/897OEtv.jpg


Review:
With the words "You have death written all over your face, ya know?", their destinies started with that fateful meeting on the street.

The story starts off with your average like story with the main character, Yuuki, hating his life as he is pushed to succeed the family business and become a doctor. He goes out and sleeps with various men, wanting to feel needed. He bumps into a newcomer, Asahi, and the cogs of fate begin to spin.

Yuuki is thrown back from Asahi's pushiness as he is whisked away into a new environment and way of life. He meets interesting people and begins to enjoy things. It opens up a new chapter in his life and finally leads to a place where he belongs.

This story plays on the love story of Romeo and Juliet as their families don't agree with the boys straying from their paths. But with the red thread of fate holding the boys strongly, it proves that as usual, loves conquers all.

Story: 3/5
Even though the story is pretty much cliche, I find myself falling for the characters and their pure love for each other.

Characters: 4/5
The characters are lovable and cute. You get enough of their backstory to get who they are and you get a glimpse of how they turn out to be.

Overall: 4/5
I give this manga a 4 because it touched me. I loved it and how cute it was. Some might think it's a bit too cliche but I like this type of nice story every so often. It is one that I will likely go back to read once in a while.

Review #3

Manga title: Nee Senpai, Oshiete yo
Manga artist: Naho Watarumi (story), Lalako Kojima (art)
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/YeJTHxL.png


Review:
An all-boys school-setting story with an art style that will melt your heart, these seven chapters will soothe your worries away… at least for the short period of time you spend reading them. But aren’t life challenges better tackled after reading a bitter-sweet BL story? This is what makes our world go round after all.

Hirano, a freshman student, is used to take care of himself. With his parents busy with work, he developed an independence from a young age. It comes to no surprise, then, that after his mother remarried and brought in a step-sister one year younger than him, that Hirano felt uncomfortable in this unfamiliar “family” setting. Even though it was his decision to move out and live in the dormitory of an all-boys school, he couldn’t help but feel lonely, unable to find a place to belong.

A mysterious senpai, dubious rumors, and a love for basketball. Touji and Hirano meet, but it doesn’t seem like Touji wants to act as Hirano’s guidance counselor. Yet after watching Touji play basketball, Hirano’s opinion of Touji gradually changes…

A story where basketball with a pinch of mystery entangles. The fragrant smell of romance getting stronger as the chapters roll by; a quick read that will leave you with a satisfied feeling.

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: Kabeana Heaven Hole
Manga artist: Nakagawa Riina
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/UTNuxIF.jpg


Review: Although it may appear to be nothing more than material for masturbation, this one volume manga is still a title I recommend all hardcore fujoshi to read.

Story: As a standard “pwp” title, there isn’t much to be said about the story. The story of a younger brother anonymously having sex with his older brother at a gloryhole shop on multiple occasions until they fall in love makes little to no sense, but you’ll be so wet that you won’t care. Seriously.

Art: Nakagawa-sensei draws erotically and handsomely. I wouldn’t call her boys beautiful like in Totally Captivated or cute like Minami Haruka’s, but they’re easy on the eyes. I see her type of art in a lot of newer yaoi artists, such as Kiriyu Kiyoi or Miyoshi Ayato. She gets a 10/10 in how she well she captures the painful tears of a tormented uke being plowed by a stranger.

Characters: The younger brother, Muroi Yuuya, is several years younger than his highly accomplished, company president-type brother, Muroi Takumi, who acts like a sadistic boss at work but is actually an M working at a gloryhole specialty shop. When they find out each other’s identities, instead of worrying about the fact that they’re brothers or that they both frequent gloryholes, they move out together in order to have unhindered kinky sex all the time.

Side characters are unnecessary in a nonexistent story line, so really, there are none.

Conclusion: Exhibitionism, spanking, bondage, gloryholes, sex toys at work – what more could we want? Oh, right. Pedophilia. The second story of this manga is a student x teacher story involving a shotacon private tutor and his old student coming back to haunt him 10 years later. In bed. The end.

Review #2

Manga title: Will Die Tomorrow (Ashita, Shinu)
Manga artist: Sora Akane (first story); Ichiha Akitsuki (second story); Kai (third story); Otonoanu (fourth story); Yuri (fifth story); Rika Mayama (sixth story); Aoi Aki (seventh story); Aruku (eighth story)
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/8oK3jlF.png


Review:
Sometimes deeper is better, right? Or do we always like it deep? Well, this collection of one-shots are all very deep (and I can almost see your deeply perverted mind). But really, how often do we encounter BL stories where death, or more precisely, “dying tomorrow” is the main theme? This might not be everyone’s cup of hot chocolate, but it definitely was a refreshing cup of tea.

The plots range from normal humans to beastly creatures, fairies to souls of the soon-to-be deceased. They can be tragic and sad, yet strangely heartwarming, and can make you think about what truly matters in life. It involves male prostitution, the end of the world, and the hiring of a hitman. The change of pace, different scenery, and length (ranging from 19 to 36 pages) of each story made it an interesting read. The unexpected turn in some of them made it all the more exciting.

The different artists all have their own distinctive style, and most stories include some hot action. Each artist tackles this heavy theme in their own way, and the different perspectives of “death” seen from varying point of views will bring you closer to your own values.

Feeling adventurous? Breathe deeply and take the plunge.

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Manga title: Sayonara Alpha
Manga artist: ICHINASHI Kimi
Manga cover picture:

http://i.imgur.com/CbWVCNU.png

Review: For those who love omegaverse, this would be a cute, funny and fluffy one to pass your time. For those who don’t, do give this manga a chance and try it. Unlike your usual omegaverse type of manga, there is no non-consensual scene when this genre is involved.

Story: Imagine a person who had his/her belief destroyed in just one day. This is a story of an omega who assume that he is an alpha just because he comes from a line of alpha. Not only that, his alpha is a kid. Don’t worry though, no crime is committed here.

Art: Won’t say the art is very pretty, but just clean and pleasing to eyes to me. Although characters in this manga really do love to blush a lot.

Characters: Chika isn’t your stereotypical high-schooler omega, he is not weak and is able to protect those around him. Although when it comes to facing his alpha, he is weak in his knees.

Haruka is a cute elementary schooler alpha, much younger than Chika. However, in the story, he made one decision which is way more mature considering his age. He is considerate and look up to Chika as his role model.

Conclusion: Overall, I find this story a good read. Don’t be scared away by the cover. This story is complete and scanlated.

[Twinstar]

Review #1

Title: Hana Ni Kuchizuke
Author & Artist: Akane Abe
Cover:

http://i.imgur.com/nclXAgm.png

Review:
This captivated me from the start, not only because of the amazing sex scene with which it starts, but through it’s plot who touches subjects as “transvestite “ and for me, it was a first (very different from the gender bender).

The beginning is delicious and hilarious, as the main character, Hajime, is simply take by surprise by his best friend Hanatarou and in the blink of an eye, he loses his virginity without even getting to process what’s happening. But as soon as it happened, Hana disappears from his life and he’s left with a memory and the words “I love you, Ikkun”(which weren't even suppose to e heard). Three years later, Hana suddenly pops up in his life again, shocking him once more with his appearance as a sexy-hot woman. Awkwardly, but they do resume their friendship and Ikkun’s life gets to be a roller coaster of emotions.

Both characters are interesting. Ikkun aka Hajime, is more the dorky type, old frame glasses, invisible student, even in his group he’s not taken as an attractive guy to get his hands on a hot “woman” like Hana; but he does have a manly side which is very appealing (gosh, that look when he goes down on Hana..). On the other hand, Hanatarou is shining! He’s a free spirit, modern, chic, but he does have trust issues regarding Ikkun and has sad family issues with emotional charge.

The artwork is really nice, the manga has enough funny moments and the sex scenes, are really good despite the fact that they aren’t many. An easy read!

[Twinstar]

Review #1: This title can no longer be reviewed after this month since this is the 3rd entry for it.

Manga title: Choco Strawberry Vanilla
Manga artist: Psyche Delico
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/COhXnom.png


Review
We all love yaoi and for sure we all love the sexy scenes with hot guys and delicious expressions, we might even like a threesome…and this my friends, it’s what this manga is all about, a complete ménage à trois.

Hiroi and Take are best friends and classmates since childhood, their friendship is the most unique and different from what many people are used to. Ever since he was a kid, Hiroi always shared the things he liked with Take, which, in return always accepted them wholehearted, it’s like Take’s whole world revolves around Hiroi and the other way around. Both of them are completely different in appearance, style and character. Hiroi is the cute type, funny, easy going and very friendly, but always searching for that someone that will finally love him and accept Take as well. Take on the other hand, is more reserved, calm, serious, athletic and always accepting what Hiroi gives him, including lovers. Between the two of them doesn’t seem to be something very romantic or lustful, they are simply a completion of each other.

Now, this is the part that shocked me the most. Because of their bound, these two always share their lovers, but somehow, all the partners end up loving Take over Hiroi, which rejects their unwanted affection. Everyone until Mine, an old classmate who confesses his feelings for Hiroi and accepts his terms, including Take in the full dating package. From then on, feelings change, sex is still hot and the three of them live their challenge of their lives. But can Hiroi and Take still live up to the “Who decided that there's only one person you can love?” believe?

Review #2

Manga title: Free Kisses
Manga artist: AKAHOSHI Jake
Manga cover picture:
http://i.imgur.com/qku9851.jpg


Review:

Do you want to read something with high school boys, lots of kisses, and lots of sex? Then step right this way and check out this manga.

It's called, "Free Kisses". It starts off with a young boy named Taki Aikou, holding up a sign that reads, "Free Kiss". A group of other boys pass by trying to figure out why Aikou would do such a thing. Just then one of the boys, Tsukumi Eisuke, gets bold and kisses him. This starts their hot love affair filled with lots more kisses and so much more.

I give this manga a rating of 7/10. I like the characters and their personalities. The artwork isn't too bad either. The plot isn't the best but is ok. This one gives off an almost PWP feel. It does show a bit of the characters falling in love and a bit of their obstacles they face when it comes to other students. But all-in-all, there isn't much to it but lots of intimate scenes between them, which is what I totally go for. My main complaint I must say though, is the lightsaber curse you encounter when reading the scans. Why must we endure such censorship? t(-_-t)