Manga Monday

It's Manga Monday!!! A new week with a new Manga on my TBR list this week. 

That Wofl-boy is Mine has been on my TBR list forever. I found this pair of Omnibus's at the thrift shop. It was a great deal and hard to pass up. I keep meaning to read them but I haven't yet. I'm determined to read them this week. 

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I just got the 2nd one in Freaking Romance and I need to order the third one it's on my TBR. I'm looking forward to diving into this beautiful color webtoon. 

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It's a great stack for the week and I'm excited to read them all. 

 

Manga Monday

 

New week new stack of manga on my pile. 

I read the first two installments in The Ice Guy and The Cool Girl by Miyuki Tonogaya and I really enjoyed the story. The artwork is adorable it just fits the story so well. I can't wait for the next book to come out. 

Aren't these covers lovely. It's a very sweet romance. 

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This week I'm going to finish 

When Will Ayumu Make His Move? By Soichiro Yamamoto

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I'm on the 10th volume and have 3 more to finish. 

Manga Monday

 Manga Monday! 

I’m currently reading When Will Ayumu Make His Move by Soichiro Yamamoto 

I’m on the 2nd volume but plan to finish the series this week. It’s super cute and I’m enjoying it a bunch. 

When Will Arum Make His Move by Soichiro Yamamoto

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Synopsis

FROM NOW ON... I'LL BE COMPETING FOR YOU ALONE.

While Yaotome has always had the upper hand in shogi, Ayumu gets a chance to show off his skills during the school's field day. Sparks almost fly, as both on and off the board Ayumu's resolve to not ask out his senpai until he has finally bested her at shogi faces test after test!

Manga Monday

 

It's Manga Monday!

Day 8 of #FMSPAD is #FMS_MINIMALISM & Manga Monday

I’m attempting to cut down the stuff I put on my bullet journal layout. So I can go with a more minimalist layout. I’m attempting to streamline it. I love a minimal layout just to start the week. 

I’m currently starting a new series that I rented from Libby it's my new obsession. 

When Will Arum Make His Move by Soichiro Yamamoto 

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Yaotome's the president of the shogi club at her high school, and she's pretty sure that Ayumu, an underclassman and the only other member of the club, has a huge crush on her. They get together to play shogi every day after school, but no matter what she does, she can't seem to get him to confess his feelings! What she doesn't know is that Ayumu has made a pact with himself to reveal his love only after he's beaten Yaotome at shogi for the first time. Yet there's one big issue with this plan... he really sucks!

Have you been reading any manga recently? 

It's Monday! What Are You Reading?

 

 Hosted by The Book Date 

New week new books. I'm all over the place with my reading tastes at the moment. I've got a few review books to read as well as some on my Dusty TBR list. I've been on a manga kick recently. 

October is flying by it's almost Halloween. 

Finished 

The Secrets of Jane by Charlotte Mallory (Review to come later in the week)

Arrived by Ashley Jacobs & S.S. Rich (Review) 

Court of Moonlight and Shadows by Poppy Ireland (Review)

The Curse Keepers by D.G. Swank (Review) 

Prince of Never by Lorelei Johnson & Hailey Jade (Review) 

Pebbles and the Biggest Number by Joey Benun & Laura Watson (Review) 

Dirty Letters by Vi Keeland and Penelope Ward (Review to come) 

Currently reading list for the week. 

I still need to finish off these two before the end of the month. 

I'm buddy reading A Soul of Ash and Blood with my bestie. 

Still working on Beach Shots & Monster Knots by multiple author anthology (Goodreads)

What are you reading this week? 

Series Review: Takane & Hana

Title -  Takane & Hana 

Author - Yuki Shiwasu 

Genre - Romance Manga

Format - Paperback

Published - 2015 to 2020

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Synopsis

A strong-willed high school girl and a hot young scion of a business empire can’t help trying to outwit each other every chance they get… But could these opposites be conning themselves out of the perfect match?!

After her older sister refuses to go to an arranged marriage meeting with Takane Saibara, the heir to a vast business fortune, high schooler Hana Nonomura agrees to be her stand-in to save face for the family. But when these two utter opposites pair up, get ready for some sparks to fly!

The meeting between Takane and Hana ends in an explosive manner, and Hana is convinced that she’ll never have to see that awful Takane again. But Takane actually seems interested in Hana! Exasperated by Takane’s immature attitude, yet amused and intrigued despite herself, Hana wonders if her hilarious rivalry with Takane just might lead to love!

Review

I devoured the series over the course of a couple of months. Took a little longer than I hoped because a few of them decided to take forever from Amazon. Hana ends up roped into taking her older sisters place in a marriage match never expecting that anything would come from it. Instead a we get a very sweet comical whirlwind romance between her and Takane. 

I ended up reading the first one and instantly ordering the rest of them it's such a cute series kind of a enemies to lover romance between them. I loved Hana she's an adorable character and I think because of her I'm going to do bubblegum pink hair next. Each manga has the pair growing as characters. Takane had a lot of growing to do but he get's there eventually. 

The artwork is as equally lovely as the story. I was captivated right from the start and fell in love with Hana and Takane's story. This is one of my favorite series that I'm so glad I purchased the set. They will always have a special place on my bookshelf and I know they will get some re-reads as I wasn't ready to say goodbye just yet. I plan to read the authors other manga as I loved this one so much. Highly recommend a perfect sweet romance. 

It's Monday! What Are You Reading?

 

 Hosted by The Book Date 

New week new books. I'm all over the place with my reading tastes at the moment. I've got a few review books to read as well as some on my Dusty TBR list. I've been on a manga kick recently. 

School has started so I should be able to read more. I have a lot of almost finished that I just need to finish on my list. 

Finished 

Lady of Hell & Fury by Brianna West (Review)

Submit by Jillian D Wray (Review)

The Seldom Wings by Beka Westrup (Review) 

I also finished Takane & Hana Manga all 18 volumes. I need to write my reviews still (Amazon) 

Currently reading list for the week. 

This week I have a mix of novels and manga on my review pile I'm hoping to finish all six this week. I'm currently working on An Echo of Fire 

I've gotten the new installment in the Dinosaur Sanctuary Vol 3 and can't wait to start it. I'm also starting Claimed by the Cthulhu as my monster romance for the week. 

I still need to finish off these two before the end of the month. 

I'm buddy reading A Soul of Ash and Blood with my bestie. 

Still working on Beach Shots & Monster Knots by multiple author anthology (Goodreads)

What are you reading this week? 

Manga Monday

Manga Monday

It's the final week of August already I haven't read nearly as many as I would have hoped. I had a list last week but never got to them eek. So I'm going to try to cram last weeks into this week. 

First off my TBR for the week 

Sweet little Seaweed wouldn't get off the pile. These are the ones I hope to finish for August.

I received A Business Proposal in the mail. I pre-ordered it after finishing the first one. I can't wait to dive right in. 

I did receive some new manga this past week for review. I'm excited to check out. 

How's your manga adventure going? 

Manga Review: Wolf Girl and Black Prince Vol 1 & 2

Title -  Wolf Girl and Black Prince 

Author - Ayuko Hatta 

Series - Wolf Girl and Black Prince Vol 1&2

Genre - Manga 

Format - Paperback

Published - May 9th 2023 & July 11th 2023

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Synopsis 

Fed up with her friends’ constant bragging about their boyfriends, high school student Erika Shinohara decides to make up one of her own. When her lie starts unraveling at the seams, her charming schoolmate Kyoya Sata agrees to be her pretend boyfriend, seemingly saving her reputation. She won’t get off that easy, however, as she soon discovers her white knight is actually a blackhearted prince! Now Erika must be at his beck and call or risk her lie being exposed. But is Kyoya really as blackhearted as he seems?

Review

Erika just wants to fit in with her friends as they are always going on and on about having boyfriends and one day she decides to make up her own. Little did she know that she would have to prove that she has a boyfriend and when forced to prove it she takes some random guys picture. How did she know he went to the same school. What's a girl to do now but ask him to be her boyfriend and shocking he agrees to pretend but he's not going to let her off easy. 

I like Erika she's easy to relate to I feel like any of us would have done the same thing she did in order to fit in. However, I would have made sure the guy I was pretended to date didn't go to my school. I was so conflicted about Kyoya but the more we learn about him the more I'm starting to like him. He has some redeemable qualities. 

I've had this one on my TBR list since I read a blog post about it ages ago. It's only recently started being published in English so I had to snap up the first two in the series as we wait for the third installment. I devoured both installments in one afternoon and I enjoyed them. It's a fast paced story that kept me turning each page wanting to know what will happen next. 

I have high hopes for this odd friendship turning into more than just pretending. It feels very slow burn which is my favorite kind of romance. That artwork is beautifully done and very detailed the author has done a lovely job creating a captivating story. I'm looking forward to checking out more of the authors works as I wait for the next in the series to come out. Highly recommend if you like romance manga. 

Manga Review: A Business Proposal

Title -  A Business Proposal 

Author - Haehwa & Narak

Series - A Business Proposal Vol 1 

Genre - Manga 

Format - Arc Kindle Copy

Published - May 23rd 2023

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Synopsis 

After being worked to the bone at her office job, getting introduced to her longtime crush’s new girlfriend, and dealing with her family’s debt hanging over her head, Hari Shin's life seems to have hit rock bottom. Luckily, her friend Youngseo has a business proposal for her: go to an arranged date in her stead and Hari will receive a hefty compensation. Things grow complicated, however, when it turns out that the other party is Hari’s new CEO—and he's dead-set on marrying whoever shows up to the date! 

Review

I received A Business Proposal in return for an honest review from the publisher. 

Hari Shin has been crushing off her long time best friend and when she is introduced to his new girlfriend she has to accept that it's not going to work out. Her friend Youngseo needs someone to take her place on a blind date her father set up. She offers Hari Shin an offer she can't pass up all she has to do is get the guy to not want to date her again and she get's paid to help her family. How could she pass up the chance to make some money and a night out. Only things go horribly wrong when the date is her boss. Good thing he doesn't recognize her. 

This one is so much fun poor Hari Shin can't seem to catch a break when what should have been easy money has quickly tossed her life upside down. I love the characters you can't help loving Hari Shin even our Steamy CEO Taemu Kang. Her's determined that a wife is the solution to all his problems and Hari Shin is going to be her. 

I devoured this one in just a little over and hour instantly hooked and I can't wait to get my hands on the rest of the series. The artwork is beautifully done and matches the equally beautiful story. I absolutely adore the story it's a perfect start to a fake marriage and happy ever after I suspect. This is my first by the authors but I've become a fan and I'm addicted to Hari Shin's story. I actually picked up a physical copy as it's in color and so beautiful. If you are a romance fan this is a must even if you are new to webtoons. This may just be my favorite webtoon of the year. 

Manga Review: Honey Lemon Soda

Title -  Honey Lemon Soda 

Author -  Mayu Murata 

Series - Honey Lemon Soda, Vol 1 

Genre - Manga, Shojo, 

Format - Kindle Review Copy 

Published - January 17th 2023

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Synopsis 

Uka Ishimori has one dream in life: to have fun in high school! As a self-avowed dense, stone-faced introvert who spent all of middle school hardening her heart against a daily barrage of bullying, breaking out of her shell is easier said than done. Luckily, she's not alone—Kai Miura, a classmate whose blond hair reminds her of the lemon soda he so enjoys, has her back. Step by step, she endeavors to cast off the shadows of her past and reinvigorate her life!

Review

I received Honey Lemon Soda in return for an honest review from the publisher Yen Press. 

Uka Ishimori was bullied during all of middle school so when given the chance to start fresh in high school she takes it. However, her bullies seemed to have followed her but this time she's not going it alone since she's met Kai Miura. He's determined to make all her dreams come true and help her grow as a person.

I've had my eye on this one for a while and decided to check it out when I saw the option to review. I love Uka Ishimori she's a an adorable character you can't help instantly connecting with her. I wasn't so sure what Kai Miura intentions with her at first are but the more I read the more I liked him too. I can't wait to see where their relationship will go from here. 

This is my first manga by the author but I'm hooked. I loved the sweet romance in Honey Lemon Soda. The author has a beautiful way of telling a captivating story. I loved the art work it's so detailed and I really enjoyed it. I'm looking forward to explore more of the authors other works as well as continuing on this series. If you like sweet romance I highly recommend checking it out. 

Manga Monday

  Manga Monday 

Happy Monday!!! It's a new week with all new TBR list full of manga. 

I'm currently working on finishing Horimiya this week. I'm about half way through and hopefully should be able to finish it this week. 

I've got 3 more volumes of Takane and Hana before I need to order the next ones. 

I'm also starting Can You just Die, my Darling something a little different. 

Do you read manga? Any recommendations? I highly recommend this series it's still ongoing so new volumes slowly pop up. 

Manga Review: My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress

   Title - My Dead, Curse-Casting Vampires 
Author - Chisaki Kanai 

Series - Vol 1 

Genre - Fantasy Vampires 

Format -  Arc Kindle review copy

Published - May 23rd 2023

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Synopsis

The world is full of vampires, supernatural creatures who drain the blood from humans without mercy. Fighting such beings is the foundation of Isuzu Osaka’s life, but with humanity losing the war, desperate times call for desperate measures. To protect his friends, Isuzu sets out to strike a deal with Baroque―a powerful vampiress whose beauty is said to drive all who gaze upon her mad…

Review

I received My Dear, Curse-Casting Vampiress in return for an honest review from the publisher.

Vampires are real they loom in the darkness and hunt the humans. Isuzu is a trained vampire hunter but even he and his friends aren't enough to stop the rising vampire attacked. When he get's a tip about the vampire Baroque who slays vampire he decides to break her out to kill a strong vampire. 

I like Isuzu he's willing to risk his own life to save his friends and trusting Baroque the beautiful vampire he rescued from lock down. I like the idea for Baroque she's this bad-ass vampire who uses curses to kill vampires. This is an interesting concept it reminds me a little of Blood+ which is one of my favorite animes. 

This is my first manga by the author but I'm hooked, the story is captivating. The characters are easy to connect with you just can't help liking them. The artwork is beautifully done. I can't wait for the next installment to see what happens next to our duo. Perfect for fans of vampire fantasy with potential for a little romance. I actually enjoyed it so much that I had to pick up the paperback manga for my collection.