lilithespark's manga / #Older Uke(11)

It's interesting how there's an edge of mystery to the storyline. It definitely implements tropes you've probably already seen, but I liked how comedic it was at the same time. A shame because I think it lost sight of its original goal and is heading down a dark, messy route for a story. I've seen and read better. A little more than average.

Just hear me out… I quite like this manhwa, and I do have to agree that if you were to have a ratio of the ******* moments to plot elements, the former would greatly outnumber the latter. But! The plot elements that ARE present are very imaginative. It could just be that the translation isn’t shitty, but certain parts really moved me (e.g. the ML/uke’s backstory). It’s become more than just your typical “oh my boss has a dirty secret and wears lingerie” kind of story but one that also covers toxic masculinity and embracing yourself. I mean, c’mon, we’re talking about Korea here. Their couple dynamic is actually so, so sweet (and healthy), and the art is so, so good. I’m personally a big fan of puppy dog tops, so that was a plus… *cough* But that’s besides the point. Of course, the story isn’t perfect. Like wdym there’s some annoying guy who has blackmail material on the ML and is a huge jerk?? A few plot points are a bit cliché (misunderstandings, etc.) , but I don’t think it’s too much of a downside. Good read.

This was really funny. The MC is such a wreck, and I can kind of relate, haha. Anyway, the story was fluffy and healing! The age gap was demonstrated well here as the ML does look older. I liked that the ML was taller than the MC as well, not a very conventional image of a “bottom” according to fictional representation. Inalso like the subliminal message that, really, anyone can do makeup! Quite liked this. 8/10

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You know, this would be so perfect if i weren’t for the fact that— you know, the ML is a high schooler. I know that he’s technically legal, but c’mon now… Just knowing this while reading left a bad taste in my mouth. The setting is just right! The leads meet in an online game and love happens— as a couple, they were really cute and erotic, but as I said before, other parts made me uncomfortable. Like imagine getting with your coworker’s 18 year-old nephew.. I think it’s gross, and it infringes on the remnants of my remaining moral bottom line. A lot of important things just don’t get addressed. The uncle briefly mentions it, but that’s all— and he causally outed the MC. Don’t be like the uncle, guys. Minus the age gap this would be my cup of tea.

yikes this seems messy… i’m here for it tho update: okay so i’m actually not here for it!! the mc legit knew the ml when he was a baby… this feels very wrong even if he did “wait” for the ml to become an adult. almost predatory in a way? honestly im rly grossed out by the age gap. i don’t like the message of getting over grief by turning your crush’s son into your lover lmao. the author tried to make this story sweet but failed

This was really cute. Misunderstandings, denial— all that jazz but all in all it was fluffy. i liked it! i liked seeing the mc’s character development thanks to the ml. they really were made for each other ^^

I appreciated the realism in this. Like the ML is bisexual. The MC grapples with his internalized homophobia and the weight of societal expectations. There was also the showing of workplace bullying as well, which was a nice touch. Romance-wise…. Well, I doubt you can really call this a romance comic in the typical sense. The open ending was nice, but it felt like the author barely skimmed the surface of their relationship. It’s like drawing a shounen protagonist gearing up and training for the big match, only to not show it all. It was a decent story, just not a very memorable or particularly amazing one.