price:$2.59
Aurora Publishing
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Yakuza in Love with a Shop Boy) 『As evident in her other manga (Delivery Cupid) Michalski has a flair for eccentric characters.
Here, Ukyo, a soon to be Yakuza boss, had fallen head-over-heals for adorable shop owner's son Kakeru. Alas, Kakeru has been harassed by a rival Yakuza clan and therefore hates all Yakuza.
What is Ukyo to do to woo his love? 1) Talk it out as a rational human being? 2) Give up? 3) Concoct a crazy scheme?
3 - Crazy scheme it is! He poses as a starving homeless man in need of a job, sure that without his usual sunglasses and flashy suit, Kakeru will never see through such a clever disguise and recognize him!
Ukyo is a helpful shoulder to lean on for Kakeru in his shop assistant form, and a demanding and rough pursuer as his Yakuza self, and in both guises he is a handsome and interesting character. The author clearly enjoys drawing Ukyo as he reacts to the eccentric ramblings of his perverted mind, and Kakeru is a cute and sweet boy, worthy of his adoration.
Though they do not seal the deal physically in volume one; there is mention of a potential second volume which would surely deliver.』
(Such a delight!) 『I love Yakuza Yaoi and this one is delightful. There is a lighthearted and enjoyable plot here as Ukyo, the son of a powerful Yakuza boss tries to woo Kakeru, the son of a noodle shop owner. But Kakeru hates the Yakuza as the Yakuza (a rival gang) is the very reason for his family's plight and his father's coma state in the hospital. What is the love struck Ukyo to do? Kakeru is your typical endearing uke but Ukyo's character is irresistible and such a sexy hunk as he rescues his beloved from the rival gang's boss. But when it comes to declaring his love you just have to love a cool seme who becomes so unsure and vulnerable. Love CJ Michalski's style and such a pity this is only her 2nd licensed work in the States. Looking forward to more on our cool Yakuza boss and his "peasant girl".』 『The special of the day is hot, spicy love to go!
Ukyo is the handsome, yet spoiled, son of the most powerful Yakuza boss in the region. One day, after running from a rival gang, Ukyo retreats to a noodle shop, where he instantly falls in love with the shop owner's adorable son, Kakeru. Two years later, the noodle shop is threatened by a different gang. Lovestruck, Ukyo sheds his flashy suits and poses as a poor man so he can get a job at the shop and help his beloved. Ukyo tries desperately to pass as a man in need, but he's really desperately in love!』
price:$15.99
801 Media, Inc.
Not yet published 『Youji, whom Ryuusei loves like a brother, is seriously injured in an accident. He can't stop blaming himself, thinking, had he walked him all the way to his house, this may not have happened. Refusing to use Kotodama, Kami-sama can't help him either, but there is one last option left...』
price:$2.59
Yaoi Press
Usually ships in 24 hours Core2Duoノートレビュー 's review (Winter Demon Volume 4) 『I hope this is not the last volume of this series! If you like good smex and angst as well as demons then you won't be disapointed with this series let alone this book! It more or less ties all the others together perfectly!』
(Great yaoi (M/M) fantasy series, and the story continues in DJ! (also, there's a prequel...)) 『I really enjoyed the final volume, and the art by Rhea Silvan is magnificent. One could never tell it's NOT done by some great Japanese manga-ka, it's that good. The story did leave me wanting for more, and there's indeed some continuation! The story of Takuma and Spring Demon Ryuuto continues in a recently released doujinshi "My Dream - Winter Demon", available directly from the publisher. It's a 16-page (large/over-sized) booklet, with beautiful drawings also by Rhea Silvan. I think it's well worth the price they ask for it. It's not explicit, but Takuma and Ryuuto *do it* in that story :). I really enjoyed it, and recommend it all who enjoyed the original series!
I also noticed that not that many readers realize that there is a prequel to "Winter Demon" story, a short story "Snow Demon" published in another Yaoi Press manga "Enslaved by the Dragon". It's darker in tone and beautifully done (story by Tina Anderson, art by Yishan Li). This short story was probably written before "Winter Demon". I really liked it (maybe even more than "Winter Demon", as I generally like dark stories), though Snow/Winter Demon looks a bit different (yet recognizable) from his final version in "Winter Demon". For all fans of the series, I recommend it! 』
(Delicously satisfying conclusion) 『The fourth installment in a four-part series, this book was definitely not a let down. Our two main characters, Hakuin and Fuyu who have had a less than rocky relationship so far realize that what they have is real, even without Fuyu being purified. Then after meeting Takuma and Ryuuto at the end of volume 3 we get to see how their relationship holds up. An unpurified demon (Ryuuto) and a not so brave human (Takuma) don't exactly seem to make a good couple, but both learn a little about both life and love and decide some things are more important than others. Beautiful art by Rhea Silvan, and a little insert done by Le Peruggine (artist of volumes 2&3) for the naughty scene make this last installment a artistically appealing and a great read as well.』
(Mega Squeee!) 『Yes, this was a satisfying 'ending' for Winter Demon. Seriously good. Though I'm hoping it's not really the end because I LOVE this series. It's one of the only series lately that I actually get excited about. Like I kept checking over and over to see if it's out yet.
There was a new artist for this one. Actually, it's the same artist who did the kitsune story in the end of the last book. I was skeptical, but this art was awesome. It reminded me of some Japanese mangaka. It was very clean and beautiful. I think it changed the mood of the story. Like with the other artists Fuyu is more emotional and he and the monk fight more. With this art everything seemed more serious, but it was really nice and dramatic. The story was darker this time with Fuyu 'relapsing' so the art set the right tone. One thing though, the old artists did one scene of *ahem* particular importance. It was juicy. As much as I loved the new artist I don't think anyone can do steamy like the original artists.
The first thing I did was email the publisher to find out if the story is going to continue. Because there seemed to be some stuff left open. They actually answered my email!! They said: "There isn't anything "official" planned right now. ;)" I see that wink! There had better be a Spring Demon series coming. Or you know I also might like to see something about the fire demons from the first volue, or something just about Figaru, or wahtever! Just keep it going. I would love to see more with Fuyu and Hakiun. This series is awesome and I want MORE!』 『The final volume to the extremely popular Winter Demon series! Fuyu and Hakuin meet the Spring Demon Ryuuto, and his love, young Dr. Takuma. Can an unpurified demon love a mortal? Apparently not! Figaru is summoned to teach the evil Ryuuto a lesson, incubus-style!』