at first the translation is absolute trash, but a new translator picks it up and can i just say, it’s SO FUCKING GOOD. i cannot stop reading, i need 60 more chapters pronto
childhood friends to lovers trope oh how i love you
The characters genuinely feel like teenagers, insecure and unsure of themselves, which is part of the charm. They’re SUCH a gorgeous couple, and as a masculine girl, I love that he sees her as a girl and doesn’t reduce her to just her looks. it was a fun read!!
I love watching them stumble into adulthood, with all its messiness and beauty. It’s a surprisingly fun read so far, with a light, subtle atmosphere and humor that keeps it engaging. That said, I’m kinda bummed about the love triangle. it feels unnecessary (though most love triangles are unnecessary to me)
So funny. Let me tell you, I’m a sucker for stories with characters who break traditional gender roles. The contrast of him having this terrifying yakuza presence while secretly living his best himbo life while his breadwinner wife dominates. absolute perfection They’re my dream relationship. wish there was more couple time, i want to see their dynamics moreeee
I liked the art. It has a perfect balance. sometimes detailed like you’d expect in a medieval manhwa, and other times pure peak comedy, which I adore. I’m not a fan of how exaggerated her boobs are, but her body overall is great. Plus, the nsfw moments are well-drawn and uncensored. The art really adds to the humor, and I had a good laugh!! I love when there’s a genuine bdsm relationship, its so interesting to explore the dynamics.
Shujinkou Nikki is a very cute shoujo manga about a high-school girl who learns how to see herself as the heroine of her own story!! It’s as cliché as it gets, but I love it I’m such a sucker for cheesy clichés and romance, especially the popular boy falling for the nerdy girl, omg. don’t come for me i love stories with substance but sometimes you need a hit of tropey relationships!
SPEAKING OF CLICHEE… this is a cute and humorous contemporary love story about a group of teenagers growing up and connecting. It’s funny and sweet, and I really like the main characters. The only downside is their romance goes back and forth, and can be recessive. i understand why it’s that way, It’s the dysfunctional side of their relationship that makes the moments when they are on the same page so much sweeter. but it can get a bit frustrating in large doses. it
so good It nails the coming-of-age, slow burn, romance, and comedy genres. The story follows two best friends slowly discovering what they mean to each other. It’s bittersweet, they navigate “growing pains” like peer pressure and jealousy during college and then some. A lot of problems could have been solved with better communication, and if that’s a pet peeve for you in romance, skip this one. It made me cry out of frustration, just wanting them together. it hurt but
This was a really good experience. If you like simple romcoms, this is definitely for you. I love the male lead. he’s such a weird little guy, and his shenanigans are so cute and fun to read about. He reminds me of my autistic self, lmao. He’s definitely my favorite part of the manga. The female lead kind of irks me, though. I usually can’t stand tsundere characters, but she somehow manages to be, at best, lovable and, at worst, a bit irritating. they make it work and i love it
The art style is absolutely phenomenal, sensual and elegant. The fashion in the manga is amazing, and it gives off a fashion magazine vibe. Sometimes I just find myself staring at the pages without even reading. It’s an excellent series that truly captures the essence of love. I honestly believe they’re soulmates, whether romantically or not. I love the relationship they have how it’s like a thin veil between platonic and romantic it’s so beautiful and intimate in its own
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Please feel free to ask questions about any of the manga on this list!!!! seriously, I would love it! I’m a massive ranter at heart, and there’s just never enough room in the review section to say everything I want to say. Cutting my thoughts down to a few lines is honestly PAINFUL sometimes, because I have so much bursting love for these stories and characters, and I always want to scream about them in full detail. If there’s a series you’re curious about, something in a review that stood out to you, or even if you just want to chat about a story we both love. I would be absolutely overjoyed to talk.