Elisa Rolle's Blog, page 53

Two of Hearts by Kano Miyamoto

 

Haruya, a magazine article writer, is constantly frustrating his editors with his lack of inspiration. However, upon meeting a shy boy undressing on the beach, their lives become linked. An unusual relationship follows that will ultimately be beneficial for the both of them.

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


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Koi wo Suru nara Nidome ga Joto (2024)

 I have my reserve on Love is Better the Second Time Around, mostly due probably to the sexual dynamics between Miyata Akihiro and Iwanaga Takashi, I had always the feeling that it was not a well balanced relationship. Said that, this Japanese drama confirms my assumption that Japanese drama are always esthetically beautiful, and when it arrives to the sex scene (if they arrive to it, in this case they do), they are sexy but not trashy. Japanese tend to be very brainy, and they are always restrained, by absurb they are more restrained in feelings than in actions: they can probably have sex between men, but admit their feelings is all other level of intimacy. Love is Better the Second Time Around kept my interest alive, probably since it was just 6 short episode, a total of 2 hours and half, easily watchable in one go. HEA. You can see it on GagaOOLala. Heat Level: 6/6.

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Heat Level:1/6: glances, caress, hugs, no kisses2/6: kisses, closed mouth or camera angles3/6: full kisses, clothes on4/6: full kisses, some clothes off, hands above the waist, pants stay on5/6: most clothes off, they have sex, but it’s masked, no sexy sounds6/6: full nudity mostly hidden by camera angles, they have sex, sexy sounds

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Caramel by Puku Okuyama

 

Iori, the eldest son of four brothers of the Kobayashi family, decides to move to Tokyo to attend college. While he looks for an apartment, he finds an ad that says “live-in house keeper in exchange for free rent.” This poses a perfect opportunity for him. Growing up with three other kids in the family, he’s used to taking care of other people, he can cook well, he is good at cleaning, and he can save money on rent. In this is situation, Todo is his boss, landlord, roommate ― and lover, too?!

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


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The Rule Of Standing On Tiptoe by Puku Okuyama

 

A new student enrolls in Kosuke’s sophomore class in high school. As a perfect foil to Kosuke’s short stature, Raku is tall, manly and popular with girls. Although Kosuke initially feels jealous, he soon learns of Raku’s secret and is asked to keep it a secret. Raku finds himself taking an interest in Kosuke and they begin to grow closer. This is a high school romantic comedy about an odd couple!

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3xwyOT8)


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Daisy Jealousy by Tanaka Ogeretsu

 

Misaki has always loved video games and would do anything to break into the industry. Despite his silly, happy-go-lucky attitude, he’s always putting his head down to be the best game designer around. And Misaki’s certain he is—at least, until he meets Kaname, a stoic genius who tops him in just about every way. With his skills, smarts, and sweet smile, Kaname has Misaki swirling in a pool of envy, admiration, and maybe even love. Will Misaki be able to overcome his jealousy and learn how to love Kaname?

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/4axQgVY)


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The Best Lover by Masara Minase

 

Masahiro is a manager at a modeling agency and himself a former model. His newest charge is 16-year old Yoshimi. Yoshimi has looks and charisma to burn, but he’s also an over-privileged, egoistic, bratty teenager. When Yoshimi finds out that Masahiro is gay, he commands his manager to give him extra-curricular instruction in sex between men. But if Yoshimi wants Masahiro to be exclusively his, then he’ll have to surpass top model Akito, his rival in business and in love.

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


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Shout Out Loud! by Satosumi Takaguchi

 

Nakaya, a high school sophomore and ice hockey player, has just lost his mother and ends up moving in with Shino, his long-lost father. Shino's anime voice acting job recently ended, so he finds work on boys' love radio dramas to make ends meet. He gets paired up with the ever-cool Tenryu, and the two bond while another co-worker hits on Shino. Meanwhile, Nakaya is forced to consider dropping out of school, but pressure to get serious about ice hockey is building up! This new, awkward father-son duo must learn how to get along and live together in spite of all odds...and most important, that when you need to shout, you shout out loud!

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/4aHK3Gk)

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Hybrid child by Shungiku Nakamura

 

Commonly mistaken as a doll, the Hybrid Child is a toy that can adapt human abilities—from reading books to conveying emotions. Their capability relies on the degree of affection their owner provides them. Nurture them with the best affection and the model will flourish.

Together for 10 years, the slothful Kotarou Izumi believes that Hazuki—a Hybrid Child whom he owns—will be in his life for eternity. But everything comes crashing down when the artificial human suddenly collapses.

Hybrid Child manifests the struggles of the Hybrid Children and their owners through three brief narratives.

My Rate: 8 (amzn.to/3J9CMUj)


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Tired Of Waiting For Love by Yugi Yamada

 

Having been sentenced to 5 years in prison for dealing drugs, yakuza Kyousuke Sawaragi just wants to finish his sentence and start a nice normal life far away from his past. So after parole, when he literally runs into former cellmate Shuuya, he's in no hurry to renew their acquaintance. Fate seems to have other ideas though, having the yakuza and Shuuya repeatedly cross paths with him. Can he really turn his back on all of it, especially if it holds out his one chance at finding true love? It's exciting romance as only the famed Saki Aida (S) can write it and Yugi Yamada (Close the Last Door) can draw it!

My Rate: 8 (www.amazon.com/Tired-Waiting-Love-Yaoi-manga-ebook/dp/B005NINPYM/)


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I'm Not Your Steppin' Stone by Shiuko Kano

 

Sakai Kazuya is a 23-year-old man in love. Unfortunately, the object of his affection is a lovely woman only interested in well educated men. Sakai never finished high school and has been living off of his brawn, not his brains. So he enlists the help of her younger brother, Ezumi Masashi, to help him pass the high school entrance exam, his first step toward to becoming a well-educated man. Ezumi is happy to help, but his services come with a very steep fee. And, Ezumi isn't interested in money, he has his sights on some of Sakai's other assets...

My Rate: 7 (amzn.to/49mFiRG)


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