Elisa Rolle's Blog, page 31

At 25:00 in Akasaka by Hiroko Natsuno

 

The award-winning Boys' Love manga about actors "researching" a relationship is finally available in English print—and don't miss the live-action adaptation!

Yuki Shirasaki finally landed his big break. But the pressure is on when he’s cast alongside current superstar (and his former classmate!) Asami Hayama. Determined to do his best, Shirasaki decides to dive deep into researching playing the role of a gay man and visits a gay bar for a one-night stand. To his surprise, Hayama is there and gives Shirasaki the shock of his life by suggesting they become friends with benefits! Can Shirasaki keep his attention on the role, or will he be captivated by Hayama’s good looks and irresistible charm?

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3LQFyiy) (The drama from this manga is my favorite of those I watched in 2024, I have on re-run the last episode, very sexy and very sweet)


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Madness by Kairi Shimotsuki

 

In 3000 AD, mankind is in chaos after a series of natural disasters. And it's up to the Catholic priest Izaya and his mass-murderer companion Kyou to save the day...

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3WBjmO9)


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Killing Stalking by Koogi

 

The Mature-rated Boys' Love horror webtoon from Lezhin that became a global manhwa hit! Get this chilling and thrilling tale in a deluxe, full-color paperback in English for the very first time.

Yoon Bum, a scrawny and quiet man, has a crush on one of the most popular and handsome guys in his college: Sangwoo. After the two cross paths again, Yoon Bum’s feelings grow in intensity until they become an obsession–and he breaks into Sangwoo’s home. But what he sees inside is not the Sangwoo of his fantasies; his dreams of this alluring man abruptly turn into a nightmare.

This wildly popular BL horror manhwa webtoon is the grand prize winner of the 2nd Lezhin Comics World Comic Contest, and has been published in numerous languages since its 2016 debut, winning critical praise across the globe. Now readers can own this full-color, deluxe paperback edition in English for the first time!

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3WwxGaP)


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Blood Bank by Silb

 

Long ago, darkness overtook the world, and humans were saved by their natural predators: vampires. As an act of gratitude, humans willingly sell their blood to them, leading to the creation of "blood banks." When Shell Overlord, an elite bank lord's son and successor, visits the bank, he notices something amiss about a banker. Going by the name "One," he seems to be one of the extremely rare humans who are immune to pheromones—a unique fragrance that bends humans to any vampire's will.

However, One is not the only odd one out. Shell is an "abnormal" vampire, meaning that he likes to be dominated by humans, although superior by nature. Attracted—and aroused—by One's resistance to his pheromones and the fact he is the only human who can truly degrade him, Shell begs One to fulfill his submissive needs. While the two are now forced to keep their steamy relationship a secret, they might soon realize that the feelings they have for one another go far beyond what the limits of society will ever allow.

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3SAiwjy)


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To Take an Enemy's Heart by Yusa

 

“Careful! Orders are no one is to tell him that he was sold to his enemy.”

Kassan is believed to be the sole survivor of the Azkun clan, after Master Igen, a ruthless ruler, slaughters his family. Master Igen brings the young boy as a slave into his home, exploiting, beating and starving him. The only one who cares about him enough to risk the Master’s wrath is Lanour, a fellow slave. Oblivious to the fact that Master Igen is the one who had the members of his clan killed, Kassan starts falling in love with him. To make things more complicated, his brother is alive, ready to take vengeance.

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3ynFp30)


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Maiden Rose by Fusanosuke Inariya

 

Two soldiers from warring countries are bound by a pledge as master and servant. Taki Reizen is a Commander of sublime beauty, shouldering the fate of his nation. Called "Mad Dog" because of his rough temperament, Klaus has sworn his loyalty to him as a knight. Despite this, those around them are cold and disapproving, full of various misgivings. For all their genuine feelings, what will come of love made cruel by the violence of war?

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3yxOkib)


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My Love Mix-Up! by Aruko and Wataru Hinekure

 

Aoki has a crush on Hashimoto, the girl in the seat next to him in class. But he despairs when he borrows her eraser and sees she's written the name of another boy -- Ida -- on it. To make matters more confusing, Ida sees Aoki holding that very eraser and thinks Aoki has a crush on him!

My Rate: 9 (amzn.to/3Yu1ho0) (also the Japanese drama is really nice, waiting for the Thai version to be complete and binge watching it)


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Given by Natsuki Kizu

 

Love of music unites the four members of the band Given: hotheaded guitarist Uenoyama, playboy drummer Akihiko, gentle bassist Haruki, and Mafuyu, a singer gifted with great talent and burdened by past tragedy. Their struggles and conflicts may drive them apart, but their bond to the music -- and to each other -- always brings them back together again.

My Rate: 9 (amzn.to/4dpQXBA) (both drama series than anime are really nice too)


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Sasaki and Miyano by Shou Harusono

 

Miyano spends his days peacefully reading Boys’ Love comics and worrying about how girly his face is—until a chance encounter leads to a scuffle with his senior Sasaki. Intrigued by his feisty junior Miyano, delinquent Sasaki uses every opportunity he can to get closer…

My Rate: 9 (amzn.to/3SxRwRQ)


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My Senpai Is Bad for My Heart by An Momose

 

Inohara, a scary-looking university student with zero friends, has his life thrown around by his handsy senpai, Maki. "I've got a lot of moles all over my body... Wanna count them sometime?" His suggestive attitude, his seductive gestures... Why is it that Inohara's heart acts so strangely around Maki? A pure love story between a tough virgin university student and a caring graduate student.

My Rate: 7 (amzn.to/3A9ubja)



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