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173 reviews
Fullmetal Alchemist (3-In-1 Edition), Vol. 1 by Hiromu Arakawa
funny
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death and Murder
Boys Run the Riot, Volume 1 by Keito Gaku
emotional
hopeful
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.75
Written by a trans author about a trans boy who’s desperate to live life as his true self. A fabulous beginning to what looks to be an amazing story about three outcasts starting a clothing line together. Sad without being gratuitous, realistic without being too over the top in the transphobia. Also translated into English by a trans - translator! A necessary read for any LGBTQ fan of manga.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Bullying and Transphobia
Thigh High: Reiwa Hanamaru Academy Vol. 1 by Kotobuki
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
3.75
A guilty pleasure of the highest degree.
Breasts Are My Favorite Things in the World!, Vol. 1 by Wakame Konbu
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
3.75
I hate that I like this so much, but my lesbian brain is fully enamoured with the characters.
I Think Our Son Is Gay, Vol. 01 by Okura
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Lighthearted and heartwarming <3
Content Warnings
Minor: Homophobia
My Solo Exchange Diary Vol. 1 by Nagata Kabi
emotional
funny
hopeful
informative
sad
fast-paced
4.0
Very validating, and funny at times!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Eating disorder, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Self harm, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, and Alcohol
My Lesbian Experience with Loneliness by Nagata Kabi
emotional
funny
hopeful
sad
fast-paced
5.0
As a lesbian I felt very validated by this manga. It’s very sad, but Nagata Kabi’s strength is admirable. I think she’s very strong and I would love her to know that she’s one of my idols 💛
Content Warnings
Graphic: Alcoholism, Eating disorder, Emotional abuse, Mental illness, Panic attacks/disorders, Suicidal thoughts, Grief, and Alcohol
Minor: Incest
Just One More Thing: Stories from My Life by Peter Falk
emotional
funny
informative
reflective
medium-paced
4.0
Very easy read, and one that you can hear Peter reading in your mind. A lovely insight into his life.
The Penelopiad by Margaret Atwood
emotional
funny
informative
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
A retelling of the Iliad from Penelope’s view. What starts as a very interesting and insightful view into life of such a unique character unfortunately comes to a halt once the story of the Iliad takes place. It starts out very promising, but slowly becomes Penelope’s maid’s story. Which is fine I guess, but it becomes a jumble of things and comes to an unsatisfying end. Shame, because the first half/first two thirds are really impactful.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Toxic relationship, and Murder
Akira, Volume 1 by Katsuhiro Otomo
adventurous
dark
mysterious
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
5.0
Tetsuo deserves better 😤 amazing, spectacular, deserves way more hype!!!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Death, Drug abuse, Drug use, Gore, and Murder