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Desert Flower by Moka Azumi

 

"Dessert Flower" is a tragic romance between two warriors from two countries in a war. After sharing one night with the enemy general, Samon, in an abandoned shack, Byakuren from Koumei realized Samon is a man that could make him forget about his own misery other than his prince. Although Byakuren had tried to forget his night with Samon, he could not resist the desire to meet him secretly. Unfortunately, Prince Souen found out about their relationship, "Can you kill him when you are on the battlefield?"

This volume also includes:

Moments Away From The Dream
Yuya and Hazuki used to play together in the past, but after being separated once, they never really talked anymore in high school. One day, Hazuki touched his uncle's antique mirror and suddenly he was transferred back to Edo era...! Mistaken as a bouncer, Yuya now has to guard a brothel. There, a handsome man with a face exactly like Yuya showed up! Moreover, he wanted to "buy" Hazuki?

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


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Rule No. 1 by Sachi Murakami

The moment we realized that we both like men, a special
"Rule" was born between us:

First, we should keep a secret about us being gay.
Second, we should not fall in love with each other.

Rio has been secretly watching this attractive classmate, Etsu, for quite a long time. Etsu has a complicated character, but his face is just Rio's type. Regardless, It has been decided by the destiny that they could not be together no matter how attracted they are to each other. After all, they are both "bottom"! Still, aren't "rules" made to be broken?

Enjoy the complete volume of "Rule No. 1" series, a masterpiece by the reversible couple enthusiast, Sachi Murakami!

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


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Contract of Cherry Blossom Guilt by Furo Fukiya

 

In a series of tales that dance between warring clans and clandestine meetings, take a step back hundreds of years to the Jishou Era. These are the days where a beloved musical instrument can bring the emotion out of an ascetic monk for his young ward; a tasked assassin will fall in love with his target and lay his life down on the line for his prey, while devouring him in more intimate ways; where the pages of history are too scandalous that one must be careful not to be taught with in class, after all. When the war rages in the background, men will find comfort with those that they have sworn to protect; they will find appreciation in the simple niceties that have been offered to them, as well as the camaraderie and companionship with those they trust their lives. The Jishou era has never come alive quite like this!

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


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Takumi-kun Series 6: The Morning of the Beginning of a Long, Long Story (2023)

I have to admit that I didn't like the first 5 movies in the Takumi-kun Series, aside from being "old" feeling, I really didn't understand, and therefore was not involved, in the character of Gii, that should be this hunk of a boy/man for whom everyone fall in love. The original movies, as I said, are 5, so you have enough time to try to understand these characters. Takumi-kun Series 6: The Morning of the Beginning of a Long, Long Story start again the series, but being just one movie, a lot is missing, therefore really, Gii comes out even more like a moron, and Takumi like a cry-baby without reason. Sincerely I read the manga, didn't like it much, I saw the first 5 movies, didn't like them much, and now I saw this movie, and my idea didn't change. I really, really wanted to like them, the actors are not bad, the cinematography is not bad, but in the end not bad is not enough for me to like it. Moreover it's a cliffhanger, so not really a HEA either. Heat Level: 2/6.

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Heat Level:
1/6: glances, caress, hugs, no kisses
2/6: kisses, closed mouth or camera angles
3/6: full kisses, clothes on
4/6: full kisses, some clothes off, hands above the waist, pants stay on
5/6: most clothes off, they have sex, but it’s masked, no sexy sounds
6/6: full nudity mostly hidden by camera angles, they have sex, sexy sounds

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Can I Buy Your Love from a Vendine Machine? (2023)

 Can I Buy Your Love from a Vendine Machine? is yet another Japanese movie adapted from a manga. Having read the manga, in this case, my expectation was a little bit higher than the final product. It's nice, but sort of gloomy, like, for example, is mostly filmed by night or inside a closed environment. The two actors are sort of good, but the one playind Yamashita Ryoma cannot really be credible with that blond hair, it's clear it's not his real style. Said that, the movie was cute, almost sweet, totally unexpected if you have read the manga. I don't mind, but as I said, I felt it was a little too moody in comparison to the sweetness of the story. HEA. Heat Level: 2/6.

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Heat Level:
1/6: glances, caress, hugs, no kisses
2/6: kisses, closed mouth or camera angles
3/6: full kisses, clothes on
4/6: full kisses, some clothes off, hands above the waist, pants stay on
5/6: most clothes off, they have sex, but it’s masked, no sexy sounds
6/6: full nudity mostly hidden by camera angles, they have sex, sexy sounds


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This Boy Is A Bottom by Sachi Murakami

 

Anri and Toru have been friends since high school, but maybe it is too early to call them best friends. Anri dislikes gays since his male boss had continuously harassed him. Meanwhile, Anri is a proud gay bottom! One night, Toru was in heat, and he felt calm being touched by Anri. Since then, the relationship between them changed dramatically! It seems like Toru always has something in his mind that he is afraid to tell... If you are a fan of reversible BL, "The Boy is A Bottom" should be included to your bookshelf!

This volume includes two extra chapter from "Rule No.1" series. Etsu and Rio started living together. Will their new life affect their relationship?

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


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Anti Platonic by Yupopo Orishima

 

Ryouya is a total party animal with f--- buddies. Living with Ryouya is Io, a cold and cool type of guy who doesn't show his emotions much, but physically he's the 'perfect fit' with Ryouya. Io doesn't normally feel much in the way of affection, but whenever he smells Ryouya's musk he just goes crazy for it. But Io's never said a word of his true feelings, not even once...

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


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The Demon Wants To Be A Good Boy by Memo Kamiya

 

From the time when we're born, there are voices in our heads that suggest choices that can either make us fall into vice or abide by virtue. In the case of high school student Kodama, in the prime of his youth, his "Conscience" struggles to keep up with his "Temptation" as Kodama's perverted mind is filled with thoughts of his cute classmate, Hasumi. What's worse is that Hasumi asked Kodama to hang out!
It's basically at date at this point, right? (At least that's what Kodama thinks.)
This is dream come true for Kodama, but his poor "Conscience" is going to have to find a way to keep his host in line so he doesn't do something he'll regret.

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


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If I Hadn't Fallen in Love with You by Suji

 

"Daiwa Corporation" is one of the leading companies in the food industry.
Seiji Nono might look like a delinquent, but he's a master cook who works as the head chef of the company's Chinese cuisine division.
He has many fans who show up for his delicious cooking and uncharacteristic looks.
One day, Nono meets an elite business man, Kakeru Misato, who was appointed as the new branch manager.
Nono tries his best to welcome the new manager by inviting him to the cafeteria, but Misato quickly rejects him by saying, "I don't like Chinese cuisine. It's oily."
A tense yet romantic relationship between a cool business man and a delinquent chef.

My Rate: 7 (amzn.to/3VJ2rJn)


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Show Courage by Noda Matsumoto

 

Maki, who can’t find the courage to talk to his crush, accidentally unleashes a wish-granting demon. This demon, in the form of a cat, will now grant him three wishes as a thanks… Does that mean that Maki can do whatever he wants with his crush, Natsuno the hairdresser? What will Maki wish for…? Besides the featured story, there are stories of tender love-making, first loves, and more. Feelings come alive in five short love stories.

My Rate: 7 (amzn.to/4bk8ZDI)


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