Arika Lie explores the complexities of human relationships and desire within contemporary urban settings. Her works often capture the subtle nuances of interpersonal dynamics and the psychological motivations of characters navigating the landscape of modern challenges. Through a sensitive and insightful style, Lie offers readers a glimpse into the search for connection and understanding. Her narratives are marked by their honesty and an ability to resonate with the emotional undercurrents of everyday experiences.
Set against the backdrop of the foster care system, this josei manga explores the deep bond between high schoolers Yoru and Tenjaku, who have grown up together in a group home after experiencing trauma in their early lives. As they approach adulthood and face the reality of leaving the only home they've known, Yoru grapples with her long-hidden feelings for Tenjaku. The story combines a poignant portrayal of vulnerable youth with a compelling romance, making it a unique and heartwarming read.
Set against the backdrop of the foster care system, this josei manga explores the tender romance between Yoru and Tenjaku, who have supported each other since childhood. With only a year left in their group home, Yoru grapples with her long-hidden feelings for Tenjaku while navigating the challenges of growing up in an unfair environment. The story offers a poignant look at the struggles faced by vulnerable children in Japan, blending heartfelt emotions with a compelling narrative. Selected for the Kono Manga ga Sugoi! list, it promises to resonate deeply with readers.
Set against the backdrop of Japan's foster care system, this josei manga explores the deep bond between high schoolers Yoru and Tenjaku, who have navigated their troubled pasts together in a group home. As they face the impending transition to independence, Yoru grapples with her long-hidden feelings for Tenjaku. The story uniquely blends a poignant look at the challenges faced by vulnerable children with a compelling romance, capturing the essence of growth and emotional discovery in a limited timeframe.
The moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance -- like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -- don't miss this! Telling the Truth After overcoming a myriad of challenges, Tsugumi and Itsuki adopt a baby boy named Koki. As time passes, their bond as a family only grows stronger. Meanwhile, the day approaches for their next task -- to tell their son that he was adopted.
The moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance -- like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -- don't miss this! A NEW CHAPTER Now happily married, Tsugumi and Itsuki start their life as newlyweds. Their relationship and careers are going smoothly, and they cherish the everyday moments shared together. They couldn’t ask for more, but when they start thinking about the future, they inevitably wonder how they feel about starting a family. But having a child is proving to be a challenge for the couple, especially for Tsugumi...
The moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance -- like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -- don't miss this! WELCOMING OUR NEW MEMBER Tsugumi and Itsuki decide to think seriously about adopting. The process involves a myriad of challenges, including the many requirements for adoption, what to do about work, parenting with a disability... But they work through them one by one, towards the vision of the family they gradually piece together. What’s in store for the future of their family, and what will their child be like?
The moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance -- like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -- don't miss this! SEEKING REFUGE After Itsuki and Tsugumi spend a night together in a car at the evacuation site, both Koreda and Nagasawa rush from Tokyo to their sides. Itsuki seeks refuge with Nagasawa, and while the former couple are separated again, Koreda’s concerns only continue to grow after hearing about their night in the car. And when things seem like they couldn’t get any more complicated, another figure from Itsuki’s past arrives…
The moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance -- like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -- don't miss this! ONE MORE TIME Tsugumi and Itsuki decide once more to bet on their love. Although Koreda and Nagasawa are both heartbroken by this turn of events, they accept that the couple’s feelings for each other are genuine and stronger than before, and they resign themselves to their outcome. On the other hand, Tsugumi’s father continues to adamantly oppose their relationship. Itsuki pays a visit to Tsugumi’s father’s hospital room to gain his approval, but Itsuki may have his work cut out for him…
The moving, provocative manga about the struggles and triumphs in love of a woman and a man who uses a wheelchair comes to print! Fans of tumultuous manga romance -- like A Silent Voice and Your Lie in April -- don't miss this! LINGERING FEELINGS After Itsuki declines Keigo’s request for him to build a barrier-free home for his partner Kaede, Tsugumi heads to Tokyo to try to convince Itsuki to change his mind. Moved by Tsugumi’s sincerity, Itsuki agrees to take on the job—and what’s more, comes up with a solution that would allow Keigo and Kaede to achieve both of their dreams. But when the job has Tsugumi and Itsuki seeing more of each other, and has Tsugumi struggling with her lingering feeling for Itsuki, what will it mean for their relationships with Koreda and Nagasawa?
"Unlikely allies. Things seem to be going more smoothly for Tsugumi and Itsuki--their complicated past aside, collaborating on a new project together seems to allow them an ease that eluded them in romance. On the morning of the ribbon cutting, however, there is a big earthquake in Tokyo, and Tsugumi can't reach Itsuki, In her panic, she turns to the only person she can think of to help her make sure Itsuki is okay ..."--Back cover