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Banana Scandal

Ongoing | Dolsha | 2000 released

I absolutely adore this series. It is definitely in contention for my favorite series of all time, and I don’t say that lightly. I would give this 6 stars if I could. The plot and character development is probably the best and most satisfying I have seen in a manga/manhua, ever. The author clearly spent so much time developing the characters and figuring out how to resolve the trauma and issues they had that were preventing them from loving each other fully and without reservations. I don’t know that I have seen another author pull off a long and satisfying story arc quite like this. Dojin and Taehee in this first season did not prepare me for Yeonwu and Taewhan in the second season, they honestly feel like two different comics. But the second couple ended up being the more juicy and engaging one, with an emotional arc that made me hate one of them and then do a complete 180. It’s remarkable how the author showed the character growth and resolution of trauma and anger in a way that was relatable and understandable without forgiving the hurt that was caused. Excellent story, please go read it on Tapas if you can, you won’t be disappointed.

Romantic Captain Darling

Complete | Moai, YP | 2000 released
2024-04-28 12:15 marked

I really love the plot in this one. The captain bottoming for his puppy dog subordinate is so fun and makes the story much more interesting than the reverse since it challenges both of their characters more. The end of the season was so painful but I have high hopes for the writing in the next season to make it worth it.

All Of You

Complete | liang azha | 2019 released
2024-05-14 17:29 marked

I loved this one. A concise but well told story that made me feel. It has a good premise and great character arcs.