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coffeedragon's review
5.0
I've been sort of avoiding this author's books because I knew I'd love them and yup, i loved it. The art is so beautiful and sexy, like watch me drool all over these books!!! The story is pretty tame so far, we have a few hints of what's happened to both mains but idk how to describe it, the vibe is very mellow like even when things have been violent, the overall vibe hasn't changed which is a nice change of pace. I feel like smut is always usually frenzied and passionate but this, at least in our mains case, is something more down to earth, mature perhaps. I think it's Apollo, lol. I'm not sure where this is headed but damn I'm feeling the affection and now I'm swooning! Also wow these working conditions are AMAZING please hire me!
unhuggable's review
5.0
A straight man starts working at a gay brothel on an island with a firm no falling in love. And you could guess what happens. He starts falling in love with one of the birds. Apollo's character and character development is wonderfully done
skipping_violets's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
thechaoshour's review
dark
emotional
funny
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Sexual content
Moderate: Infidelity
Minor: Trafficking, Sexual assault, and Child abuse
ellelainey's review
5.0
Ranmaru never disappoints!
There was a whole lot of story, without feeling like we were being bombarded with information. Back-story to both MC's, without being crammed or unnatural. A really good exploration of Shangri-La, the Birds and the Teasers. A really great, original concept that gives the story room to breathe.
It wasn't rushed, it wasn't PWP and it wasn't all the things I was afraid it might be, when I read it was about a male brothel. This is one of those brothels that is well-run, with a respected/rich owner who takes care of his Birds first and clients second. Everyone is happy, loved, respected and well-treated, but Phi is an exception without anyone realising it, with a dark past that it slowly being explored.
There was a whole lot of story, without feeling like we were being bombarded with information. Back-story to both MC's, without being crammed or unnatural. A really good exploration of Shangri-La, the Birds and the Teasers. A really great, original concept that gives the story room to breathe.
It wasn't rushed, it wasn't PWP and it wasn't all the things I was afraid it might be, when I read it was about a male brothel. This is one of those brothels that is well-run, with a respected/rich owner who takes care of his Birds first and clients second. Everyone is happy, loved, respected and well-treated, but Phi is an exception without anyone realising it, with a dark past that it slowly being explored.
tiggymae's review
funny
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
vlcorton's review
4.0
Si tuviera que definir este manga con una sola palabra sería "poesía." Y es que en Pájaros de Shangri-La se tratan temas controvertidos y facetas escabrosas e incómodas de la vida de manera bella y natural, a través del cuidado y delicado guion y dibujo de Ranmaru Zariya. Como la poesía, esta obra toca aspectos tan humanos y dispares como la ternura, la violencia, la comprensión o la frivolidad. Remueve emociones y no deja indiferente. Estoy deseoso de leer el volumen 2.