Shuichi, a boy who wants to be a girl, and Yoshino, a girl who wants to be a boy, become friends in junior high school, where they tackle problems such as gender identity, love, social acceptance, and puberty.
Shimura Takako Books
Takako Shimura is a manga artist primarily known for her works exploring LGBT themes, with a particular focus on lesbian and transgender experiences. Her narratives delicately capture the nuances of coming-of-age and interpersonal relationships, often delving into the characters' inner lives. Shimura approaches complex emotional landscapes and the search for identity with remarkable sensitivity and empathy. Her distinctive style and thoughtful engagement with sensitive subject matter establish her as a significant voice in contemporary manga.
Even Though We're Adults Vol. 6
- 168 pages
- 6 hours of reading
FROM THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED CREATOR OF SWEET BLUE FLOWERS AND WANDERING SON.
Even Though We're Adults Vol. 4
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
FROM THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED CREATOR OF SWEET BLUE FLOWERS AND WANDERING SON. Ever since Ayano and Akari became neighbors, the two women have tried to put aside their romantic feelings for each other. But their attempts at playing it cool might have been a little too successful, as now Akari is becoming friends with Ayano’s husband and his family! As they spend more time together, Akari realizes that she can’t think of Ayano as just a friend, and Ayano is forced to think about her future.
Sweet Blue Flowers, Vol. 3
- 360 pages
- 13 hours of reading
A genre-defining saga of love and friendship between girls.
Even Though We're Adults Vol. 5
- 160 pages
- 6 hours of reading
FROM THE CRITICALLY ACCLAIMED CREATOR OF SWEET BLUE FLOWERS AND WANDERING SON.
"The fifth grade. The threshold to puberty, and the beginning of the end of childhood innocence. Shuichi Nitori and his new friend Yoshino Takatsuki have happy homes, loving families, and are well-liked by their classmates. But they share a secret that further complicates a time of life that is awkward for anyone: Shuichi is a boy who wants to be a girl, and Yoshino is a girl who wants to be a boy"--Publisher's web site
Even Though We're Adults Vol. 3
- 180 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Akari decides that it is time for a change, so she goes back to being a hairdresser and moves into a new place. However, her plans to start anew backfire as working at the salon means working with her ex. Also, upon moving to her new place, she discovers that she’s now neighbors with Ayano! Can the two women live side-by-side without crossing any boundaries, or will their mutual attraction draw them even closer to one another?
Sweet Blue Flowers, Vol. 2
- 354 pages
- 13 hours of reading
A genre-defining saga of love and friendship between girls.
Even Though We're Adults Vol. 2
- 180 pages
- 7 hours of reading
Ayano has told her husband that she has feelings for another woman. Now her marriage is on the rocks, but Ayano just can’t stop thinking about Akari. Can the two women figure out their feelings for each other?
A genre-defining saga of love and friendship between girls.