Virgin Love, vol. 2

Virgin Love #2

by Tina Yamashina

The Battle of the The Love Novice vs the Love Junkie

Determined to break out of her shell and find real romance, Shoko Shoji signs up for the Love House, an experimental living arrangement putting six young singles under one roof to see what sparks may fly. Her eye is immediately caught by the intriguing young art student, Kei, who appears to have set his sights on her as well. But things are not always as they seem, and soon Shoko walks in on Kei in an intimate moment with another Momo, the adorably charming and fashionable hairstylist, who’s not about to back down from her own chance at love.

Genres: Manga, Romance

176 pages, Kindle Edition

Published February 6, 2024

Reviews

[Hisgirl85 · Rating 4 out of 5]

3.5/4 stars This is paced so quickly. I love the fast-moving story and the art. I love that the three female characters are all friends. The little bonus story at the end was so cute. I'm waiting to hear more about the playboy guy. It has some interesting and positive messages not always seen in manga. I love it.

[Kristen · Rating 4 out of 5]

This manga follows Shoko who joins a dating/living arrangement experiment that places six singles in a house together.

Definitely still has my interest and I’m curious to see what happens next. Currently, these are my thoughts:

- not a huge fan of Kei as a love interest. Maybe since I’m not usually a reverse age gap trope girlie, but usually I can look past it. Shoko the FMC is 26 and Kei is NINETEEN (and he shows it lol)… yeah not my jam 😅
- Riopi is one of the girl housemates and she’s my fave so far. Idk why she gives me ‘Paradise Kiss’ vibes? And she seems to be one of the only characters to have her head screwed on properly
- I love Tanaka and his slutty little glasses. That is all.

[Rachel]

i’m enjoying this, but i wonder how much of it is just due to the beautiful artwork and similarities to living room matsunaga san lol

[Lelani · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another quick read!! I love how fast paced it is but once again…I AM NOT TEAM KEI. This volume just solidified it. The age difference is shown greatly and I hope by volume 4 (I bought and read three the same day as this one) that she finally clocks that hey maybe KEI isn’t the one. Hes 19 and not going to want to settle down or anything for awhile. TANAKA ON TOP. I’m glad that momo turned out to still be a girls girl but idk that whole “situation” was weird and if I was the MC would’ve distanced myself from KEI and momo slightly.

[Risa (Clazzi) · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nah, because why are we dedicating a whole ass love triangle where Kei is the focus? I am wholly NOT team Kei, he is so uninteresting and bland and the age gap shows how uncompatible he and Shoko are. Tanaka needs to step up because the love interests are not it.

[Brooke · Rating 3 out of 5]

Another cute volume! It’s nice to get to know each of the characters a bit more and get other storylines from Kei and Momo.

There is more drama which is fun. Still rooting for Kei!

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

Six single people living together rent-free for the "Love House Project" - who will fall in love with who?

Ahhhhh!!! This book is so much fun, because it feels plausible that anyone could end up with anyone, and there are probably some twists coming! You could root for Tanaka and Shoko (awkward cuties!) or Shoko with Kei (hot!) or even Momo and Tanaka (opposites attract!) or hey what about the more mysterious members, Igarashi (the playboy, but is he really a softie??) and Rio (the coolest girl you've ever seen). Fun idea, great characters. Let's goooo!

[MargReadsManga · Rating 5 out of 5]

Another amazing volume in this series! I absolutely loved the part where Shoko and Momo come clean about their envy and jealousy toward the other. I hope that they will become the bestest of friends in the volumes to come!

I think Riopi is my favorite character so far! She’s got her head on her shoulders and ready to pummel anyone who hurts the ones she loves. She doesn’t sugar coat things and she be spittin’ them facts!!

[Skyler Tigner · Rating 5 out of 5]

The art is beautiful and I live for all the beautiful outfits the female characters wear. I’m glad the author had the two girls talk about their issues rather than create a woman against another woman storyline.

[-moonprismpower- · Rating 2 out of 5]

I cannot connect with these characters at all and I just don’t understand why Shoko is even trying with a 19 year old??? He’s still in college!!! He’s studying while she works a 9-5 job! Girl, I know you’re a virgin but NOOOO.

[lulu · Rating 4 out of 5]

fast-paced, para cualquiera que esté en un bloqueo lector creo que le podría servir.

no me gusta la relación de shoko con kei, sacando que él es un NIÑO; su manera de ver el mundo es muy egocéntrica y machista.

rooting for tanaka all the way porque me hace acordar a REDACTED

[Evelyn · Rating 4 out of 5]

Wow the 19 year old was bad at communicating his feelings who could have guessed that

[Angelica Michelle · Rating 4 out of 5]

The art is so pretty 🥹 this volume is so fast paced! Just waiting for Tanaka’s moment… I’m rooting for you 🥹🖤

[Eden]

The first book kept me interested, but this book was so much better. I wanted to start the 3rd volume right away.

[Juniiee · Rating 2 out of 5]

DNFing the series; a lil bit too cringe for me & I have no interest in any of the characters or the romance. And personally, the age gap between Kei & Shoko is weird.

[Mrs. Tea · Rating 4 out of 5]

oh I'm absolutely involved now!!!

[mel · Rating 4 out of 5]

This volume drops the comedy altogether and turns into a drama but it's still quite enjoyable. I really love that the women are all friends and place more value into their friendship than romantic relationships.