found family / family of choice in BL

[18+, drama, hurt/comfort, found family]

TW: child abuse, pedophilia, traumatic incident, mental health issue

[18+, drama, romance, hurt/comfort, found family, smut]

TW: violent sex (consensual), dubcon, violence, toxic family, child neglect, masochism, stalking

+ strangers to lovers

I didn't expect it, seeing how the MCs started off, but this was so freakin tender. They did have a dysfuncyional rs but atst it was wholesome? A heads up though: this manga is a sequel/spin-off. One of the MCs was a total scum in the prequel, so i just pretend that it didn't exist.

☆ 5/5

[18+, drama]

TW: internalized homophobia, homophobia, racism, bullying, blackmail

+ manly switch couple
+ realistic depiction of homophobia, racism, and backdoor dealings in entertainment industry
+ great writing
+ good characters, plot and development

This webtoon, man... it can be a bit hard to read, but it will be worth it. Seriously, the amount of emotion that i was feeling while reading this is unreal. It's terrifying, beautiful, hurtful, and hopeful.

4.5/5

[PG, school life, found family, slice of life]

+ friends to lovers
+ supportive family
+ wholesome and heartwarming

Shuuhei's family is the champ! I really hope everyone who's deemed "different" by society could get the same amount of support and love these boys have.

4.5/5

[18+, romance, slice of life, found family]

TW: age gap, internal homophobia

+ strangers to lovers
+ slowburn
+ family feels
+ LGBT parents
+ tender consensual sex

I liked the natural progression of the MCs' relationship. It's neither rushed nor dragged on, and I think it complements the development of both characters well.

4.5/5

[PG, slice of life, romance, found family]

+ established relationship
+ sweet with no conflict

A story about a couple who have been together for 5 years and counting. Good for a pick-me-up when you're sad.

☆ 4.5/5

[18+, slice of life, rom-com, found family]

TW: dub-con because of alcohol, heteronormativity

+ co-workers
+ great dialogue & writing
+ communication
- the MC compared his bf to girls few times

A realistic look into a committed relationship with simple plot but amazing writing. The banter between the MCs is so enjoyable to read, and akira is still one of the best characters ever. Please read back to back with the sequel http://www.mangago.me/read-manga/kaze_no_yukue/

4.5/5

[PG, slice of life, drama, hurt/comfort, psychological]

TW: child abuse, PTSD, depression, suicide attempt, victim blaming, panic attack

+ strangers to friends to lovers
+ accurate depiction of PTSD
+ healing

I'm really glad i didn't drop this. This is a touching (and accurate) story about someone dealing with past trauma, and his relationship with those who support him. The start's a bit slow, but please keep reading! I promise you it's worth it.

[18+, drama, found family, hurt/comfort]

TW: depression, rape attempt, sexual assault, age gap, past toxic relationships