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Tsubaki Koton is a monster — a violent delinquent with a chilling past and a terrifying image to match. No other student dares to approach him, not even now he’s transferred to a new high school. His anti-heroic acts of selflessness end only in bloodshed and rumors that spiral out of control. But one night, he’s followed home by a stranger who sets out to change his life for good. This boy, stubborn and hauntingly beautiful, is the pure-hearted Kabuto Yuuki, with his stunning jewel-like eyes that see past Tsubaki’s fearsome charade. But although someone finally sees Tsubaki for who he truly is, Kabuto cannot be seen at all. After all, Kabuto is a ghost.
Trapped By His Love: The Duke's Unexpected Bride, Volume 3
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The gentle-hearted daughter of an impoverished noble family, Alice Coleman never thought that her impetuous proposal to Arthur Grindelbard, the high-ranking son of a duke, would bring so much happiness into her life.
Yet Alice soon learns that being engaged to a duke’s son isn’t without its dangers.
As the story behind their shared past is revealed, Alice finds herself overwhelmed by the love that Arthur has held for her all these years — and all the more determined to devote herself to him in turn. But when Arthur’s former fiancée returns, she shows just how far she’ll go to reclaim Arthur for herself. With the help of an unexpected ally, Alice must face her most perilous challenge yet!
The Unwanted Bride Loves the Crown Prince With All Her Heart, Volume 1
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When her country of Lidea loses the war, Princess Tinalia must wed the enemy prince, Keith. The arrangement isn't as dire as it sounds, though: after all, Tinalia has been in love with Keith for years!
Unfortunately for her, Keith doesn't remember they already know each other. The circumstances of their first meeting were unfortunate, as their countries were at war, and Lidea committed too many atrocities against his people to forgive. Thus, Tinalia finds herself the hated bride of the crown prince, treated coldly and scornfully by everyone around her... even though she continues to love him with all her heart.
A Tail's Tale, Volume 3
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Nachi Hiyama plays softball, but hates how she never tans like her teammates. Feeling alone and discouraged, she struggles to fit in. That is, until she meets Utsumi, a quiet, shy boy at her school, and discovers his secret; he has a tail!
They might be different, but they can be different together.
"For modern romance manga though, there have been some titles that have been known to break the formula, and “A Tail’s Tale” is one of them." — Asian Movie Pulse
A Tail's Tale, Volume 2
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Two years have passed since Utsumi's secret was discovered and he and his family left town without a word. Hiyama Nachi has grown into a hardened and distrustful high schooler, embittered by feelings of abandonment and determined to focus on her test scores to the exclusion of everything else. Despite her best efforts, thoughts of Utsumi still linger in her mind... but is her hope for his return just as painful as the grief of being left behind?
"For modern romance manga though, there have been some titles that have been known to break the formula, and “A Tail’s Tale” is one of them." — Asian Movie Pulse
Eternal Covenant, Volume 2
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Ian had resolved to live a life of quiet anonymity, until an unexpected encounter with a mystifying noble turned his life upside down…
Corruption in Derwin is worse than originally thought as Ian and Jack uncover a human-trafficking ring spreading from Dewin to Jack's land of Archaia. Determined to help uncover the corruption but still serve Cardinal Brixton, Ian continues to play a double agent as he works for the Knights Templar by day and Jack's spy at night. His struggle to maintain his dual identities hits a wall when the Knights Templar invade a hoax charity event that Ian and Jack are undercover at in order to catch the perpetrators. Ian must now decide if he will help the Knights Templar or his new friend who he has begun to develop a deep and powerful connection with.
The second volume in this high-stakes series continues Ian's personal journey of self-discovery while finding his rightful place in a world filled with magic, corruption, and moral dilemmas. Ian Gloucester has always believed he was cursed to live as a destructive monster. He carried out his days in faithful servitude to the savior who plucked him from the depths of hell, Cardinal Brixton. But, one day, a mysterious man named Soleite Winkler tells him that this power is actually... magic. As a result, Ian begins to question everything he's ever known. The two reluctantly form an alliance to expose the corruption that lies within the Kingdom. Despite his loyalty to the strict and religious Cardinal, Ian is drawn to Sol and slowly begins to fall for him.
Boys Gilding the Lily Shall Die!?, Volume 4
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Chihaya Katagiri has always been the first trumpet in her school's brass band — until Hibiki Aikawa transfers from a prestigious school and takes the spot. Despite initial suspicions, the two quickly become close; Katagiri admires Aikawa's talent and enthusiasm for playing the trumpet, and Aikawa is struck by Katagiri's grounded treatment of her abilities, as well as her love for music.
As their feelings for each other grow stronger, their lives become more complicated with the stress of classes, other relationships, and the last competition of their high school careers drawing near.
I Was Reincarnated as the Heroine on the Verge of a Bad Ending, and I'm Determined to Fall in Love!, Volume 2
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A dating sim enthusiast wakes up in the body of Reine Waynewright: an adorable otome heroine in a fantasy game!
"With the rank exam coming up, it’s time for Reine to buckle down! In spite of her classmates’ bullying, she’s determined to prove herself to both her schoolmates and her burgeoning love interests. With the help of her new friends and her possessive “brother,” Julius, she might just have a shot at escaping her F-rank status!
After Reine saves him from being bullied, fellow underachiever Reinhardt teams up with her to study, and reveals himself to be a total hottie! Could he be an additional romance route?! And what exactly are meddling Julius’ intentions with Reine…?"
Formerly, the Fallen Daughter of the Duke, Volume 3
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Betrothed to Prince Asbert of the great kingdom of Noston, Claire is shocked when the engagement is suddenly annulled. More than that, the new consort to the throne is none other than her sister, Charlotte! As the daughter of the now disgraced duke and scorned as a villainess, Claire leaves everything she knows and sets out on a journey to find her true self.
But wait, isn't that's the plot of the game "Upstart ♡ ETERNAL LOVE" on its hardest difficult setting...?
Reincarnated in a Mafia Dating Sim, Volume 2
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Once the beloved granddaughter of a yakuza don, Francesca Calvino has been reincarnated as the daughter of a mafia family — in the fantasy world of the dating sim she played in her past life! Her goal: to cleverly stay out of the game’s main story, avoid the brewing mob war, and leave the world of organized crime behind for a peaceful life.
But it won’t be easy with the handsome and manipulative Leonardo Aldini — the major villain of the game, who also happens to be her fiancé — meddling in her affairs. Now that he knows her secret, Leonardo makes a deal with Francesca. She agrees to attend a high-society party with him, where she begins to believe she may have more in common with him than she thought…
Yet as the game’s first chapter unfolds, what schemes does this crime boss have planned?
Do You Really Want Only a Meal?, Volume 2
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Now happily dating, 27-year-old Masamune Hanzawa takes his boyfriend, 19-year-old Natsuki, on a birthday trip, but he unfortunately spends the whole time worrying he hasn’t done enough. When they run into Natsuki’s mom at the train station, she thanks Masamune for taking care of her husband and son. Inspired, they decide to come out to Natsuki’s parents about their relationship. But in a world where same-sex relationships face societal resistance, how will Natsuki’s family react? As love meets uncertainty, Masamune and Natsuki must navigate uncharted waters together.
I Was Reincarnated as the Heroine on the Verge of a Bad Ending, and I'm Determined to Fall in Love!, Volume 4
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A dating sim enthusiast wakes up in the body of Reine Waynewright: an adorable otome heroine in a fantasy game! Reine discovers that in this world, she's a lowly F-rank student at the magical Heartfelt Academy, bullied by her classmates and snubbed by her love interests for her lack of talent. Determined to avoid a Bad Ending, Reine resolves to study hard, practice her magic, and pass the exams to increase her rank!
If she grinds hard enough, she may be able to change her fate: make new friends, improve herself, and maybe even fall in love along the way!
I Was Reincarnated as the Villainess in an Otome Game but the Boys Love Me Anyway!, Volume 6
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Fated to die as the villainess of an otome game, Mystia sets out to change her own unhappy ending!
Mystia Aren is the daughter of a noble family, and she just started high school. She’s surrounded by a group of adoring classmates and her charming fiancé. Everything seems perfect.
Except that this world is actually a dating sim called Kyun-Love, and Mystia knows she's been reincarnated into the role of the main character's evil rival! Mystia is determined to do everything she can to avoid her fate, but it’s not as easy as it sounds. Especially when all the boys keep falling in love with her!
A Tail's Tale, Volume 4
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Nachi Hiyama plays softball, but hates how she never tans like her teammates. Feeling alone and discouraged, she struggles to fit in. That is, until she meets Utsumi, a quiet, shy boy at her school, and discovers his secret; he has a tail!
They might be different, but they can be different together.
"For modern romance manga though, there have been some titles that have been known to break the formula, and “A Tail’s Tale” is one of them." — Asian Movie Pulse
Boys Gilding the Lily Shall Die!?, Volume 2
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Chihaya Katagiri has always been the first trumpet in her school's brass band — until Hibiki Aikawa transfers from a prestigious school and takes the spot. Despite initial suspicions, the two quickly become close; Katagiri admires Aikawa's talent and enthusiasm for playing the trumpet, and Aikawa is struck by Katagiri's grounded treatment of her abilities, as well as her love for music.
As their feelings for each other grow stronger, their lives become more complicated with the stress of classes, other relationships, and the last competition of their high school careers drawing near.
In the Twilight of Our Adolescence
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Two boys grow close together in this slice-of-life BL manga that reminiscences over youth, life, and love.
A story about boys who grow from boys to adults during adolescence, and who worry, make mistakes, and gradually come to terms with the many facets of life.
Tanahashi Yusei is a popular boy who excels in both academics and sports, and naturally has people gathering around him. Yusei has a classmate he admires, but he can't tell anyone about him. That person is Nakagawa, an inconspicuous boy who his friends don't even seem to notice. The two become closer after a certain incident...