Best Shoujo Manga Reviews

Uruwashi no Yoi no Tsuki

February 19, 2021

Name: Uruwashi no Yoi Tsuki
Mangaka: Yamamori Mika

Volumes: 2 (Ongoing)
Scanlations: V.02 Ch.06 (Jan 2020)
Type: Manga
Genre: Slice of Life
Age Group: Teen

Summary:
Because of her appearance and her behavior, Yoi has been continuously treated as a prince, despite being a girl. One day, when she already accepted being put into the role as a prince in high school, she somehow got entangled with one of her Senpais at school, someone who’s also being called “prince”?
–Manga Updates

Graphics Rating: 5/5
Plot Rating: 5/5

Opinion: Let me start by saying I have only read one volume and I love this series. The pacing, the characters, the plot points, everything. This is a great, well thought out shoujo series. It is owned by Kodansha in Japan so I’m really PRAYING this not only gets licensed in NA, but is released in print. (Fingers Crossed)

The art is very sleek and mature. The artist has their own very unique style and it shows. She has a very specific heroine that is supposed to be beautiful but also is often mistaken for a guy. I think she does an amazing job. Both the heroine and the male lead are breath taking.

The masculine female isn’t a brand new trope, but it is definitely rare. Of the few series in that trope very few do what this series has done. This series is a great slice of life with a genuine and serious heroine who happens to be handsome. The male lead is rebellious but gentle at the same time.

I’ve only read one volume but I’m smitten. Cannot wait for more! Highly recommended series.

Final Rating: 5/5

Extra: From the same mangaka as the lovely Tsubaki-chou Lonely Planet

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We Must Never Fall in Love

February 23, 2021February 12, 2021

Name: We Must Never Fall in Love
Mangaka: Tsukishima Haru

Volumes: 7 (Ongoing – Feb 2021)
Licensed: Kodansha (4 Volumes: Digital – Feb 2021)
Type: Manga
Genre: Comedy
Age Group: Teen

Summary:
Sakura confesses to Hatano-kun one summer and is rejected instantly, but does not have time to fall into a depression. She returns to her house to meet her new “younger brother,” what she never expected was her “little brother” to end up being bigger than her…
–Manga Updates

Graphics Rating: 3/5
Plot Rating: 3/5

Top 4: Shoujo with Possessive Lover

February 6, 2021

When it comes to Josei/Shoujo Manga my all time favourite sub-genre is the Possessive Lover. Since it’s my top searched Sub-Genre I know you guys love it too! It’s February and I was thinking of giving you guys something steamy to celebrate Valentines day!

Like I said this sub genre is just my favourite and many of my all time favourites fall in this sub genre. My main criteria is that heart pounding romantic connection while avoiding some of the more abusive series out there. (EX: Hot Gimmick)

Note: These aren’t in a specific order, I love them all equally

Koi to Dangan (18+)

You guys don’t even know how obsessed I am with this series. I first found it while on vacation in Japan and based on images alone I was hooked. I bought 3 volumes and can’t read Japanese!

This possessive guy is in the Yakuza and a lot of the possessive lovers sway into the Bad Boy area. What I love about this male lead is he is as tender and caring as he is possessive which makes him irresistible!

Read my Full Review on Koi to Dangan

Koi to Dangan Screen shot — Yakuza Lover Licensed by Viz

Defying Kurosaki-kun

Another steamy trope within the possessive lover genre is the Tsundere. This series takes Tsundere to the max with this slow romance.

Despite how slow the series is there are tons of steamy moments along the way and even a love triangle! Kurosaki-kun is not afraid to take on the head strong heroine and that’s what makes the series so fun.

Read my full review of Defying Kurosaki-kun

Royal Seventeen (18+)

Who doesn’t love a little work place romance when it’s between an heiress and her bodyguard? Royal Seventeen is absolutely ridiculous and is great as smut and a comedy.

It’s hard not to fall for Allen as he pushes around the ditzy heiress. Allen comes from a life on the streets that an heiress just couldn’t understand. This series is short and sweet and a real wild ride!

Read my full review of Royal Seventeen

Abe-kun’s Got Me Now

Abe-kun is another series in high school but unlike Kurosaki-kun, he isn’t shy to say how he feels. While tsunderes are definitely fun in their own way, the way this male lead proudly declares his affections is unique and powerful.

If you lean more into the sports sub genre you’ll love Abe-kuns Got Me Know. The male lead is a martial artist that the heroine literally refers to as a gorilla. He is often seen throwing the strong willed heroine over his shoulder.

Read my full review of Abe-kun’s Got Me Now

Dakishimete Tsuide ni Kiss mo

February 23, 2021February 5, 2021

Name: Dakishimete Tsuide ni Kiss mo
Mangaka: Mimori Ao

Volumes: 5 (Ongoing – Jan 2020)
Scanlations: V.02 Ch.07 (Jan 2020)
Type: Manga
Genre: Drama/Josei
Age Group: Older Teen

Summary:
Tamako Asahina, who lived without care, unmarried and without a lover, will soon be 30. But, an unexpected meeting swoops down from a familiar place…?!
–Manga Updates

Graphics Rating: 3/5
Plot Rating: 3/5

Maid in Honey

February 23, 2021January 29, 2021

Name: Maid in Honey
Mangaka: Yoshino Mari

Volumes: 6 (Complete)
Licensed: Kodansha (6 Volumes: Digital – Complete)
Type: Manga
Genre: Comedy
Age Group: Teen

Summary:
Nanase-san, a high school student, is studying at a famous private school. Unlike all the wealthy students she knows, her family situation is far from easy, as she lives alone in a dilapidated home with her little twin sisters, fights and small jobs supporting the house. The opposite of the high school star, a well-known actor who leads an easy and uncomplicated life … But appearances deceive? Are you hiding anything behind that facade? And what consequences will an impromptu meeting have in a delicate situation for each of them?
–Manga Updates

Graphics Rating: 4/5
Plot Rating: 3/5