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Ayu Watanabe

    Ayu Watanabe is a celebrated Japanese author, with works distinguished by their deep psychological insight and emotional resonance. She frequently explores the complexities of human relationships, love, and loss, employing a narrative style characterized by gentle melancholy and poetic language. Her unique perspective on the human psyche and her ability to capture the fragility of emotions have earned her a devoted readership. Watanabe's writing connects with readers through its sincerity and universal themes that transcend cultural boundaries.

    Ldk 6
    Ldk 14
    LDK 16
    Ldk 12
    LDK 19-20 (Omnibus)
    Ldk 8
    • 2023

      The shojo romance that's become a cultural touchstone in Japan! Includes Vol. 21 and 22. Ages 16 and up.

      Ldk 21-22 (Omnibus)
    • 2023

      The shojo romance that's become a cultural touchstone in Japan!Includes Vol. 19 and 20. Ages 16 and up.IT TAKES THREE Aoi continues to hide her relationship and secret living arrangement with Shusei. Their love nest now includes Shusei’s cousin, Leon. The three of them live together to convince Leon that Aoi is worthy of being Shusei’s girlfriend. Tensions mount at home while the competitive spirit extends to their school’s cultural festival where students vie for top rankings and social clout. Leon continues to capture the hearts of all the girls—but there’s one special person who eludes him. Can Aoi reckon with her true feelings and manage what has truly become a love triangle?

      LDK 19-20 (Omnibus)
    • 2023

      The shojo romance that's become a cultural touchstone in Japan! Includes Vol. 23 and 24. Ages 16 and up.

      LDK 23-24 (Omnibus)
    • 2021

      The shojo romance that's become a cultural touchstone in Japan! Ages 16 and up. IT TAKES THREE Aoi continues to hide her relationship and secret living arrangement with Shusei. Their love nest now includes Shusei’s cousin, Leon. The three of them live together to convince Leon that Aoi is worthy of being Shusei’s girlfriend. Tensions mount at home while the competitive spirit extends to their school’s cultural festival where students vie for top rankings and social clout. Leon continues to capture the hearts of all the girls—but there’s one special person who eludes him. Can Aoi reckon with her true feelings and manage what has truly become a love triangle?

      Ldk 17-18 (Omnibus)
    • 2021

      LDK 16

      • 176 pages
      • 7 hours of reading
      4.1(26)Add rating

      The shojo romance that's become a cultural touchstone in Japan! Ages 16 and up. AN AMERICAN DREAM It’s back to school after a summer full of love for Aoi and Shusei! While they keep up the charade of hiding their relationship and living arrangement, an unexpected player joins in on the game. Shusei’s cousin, Leon, from America surprises them—and it’s to the delight of all the girls at school, too! The boys have a score to settle and the stakes are high for Aoi. Will Shusei up his game to prove his love for Aoi—and can she meet Leon’s high standards for acceptance?

      LDK 16
    • 2019

      A Kodansha Comics trade paperback original--Colophon.

      Ldk 13
    • 2019

      A Kodansha Comics trade paperback original--Colophon.

      Ldk 14
    • 2018

      Ldk 11

      • 157 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      3.9(54)Add rating

      First published in Japan in 2012 by Kodansha Ltd., Tokyo.

      Ldk 11
    • 2018

      Ldk 12

      • 156 pages
      • 6 hours of reading
      4.1(31)Add rating

      Reads from right to left in the traditional Japanese manga format.

      Ldk 12
    • 2017

      A heart symbol is used for the word heart on the title page.

      Ldk 10