Black or White, Vol. 9

Black or White #9

by Sachimo

For these two typecast actors, love can’t always be black or white.

Shin is an actor whose awkward personality has gotten him typecast as the villain, whereas his secret lover Shige garners all the prime princely roles. As their careers advance, can these two endure all eyes being on them not just in public but in private too?

Shige’s boss—CEO Asakusa of agency Tokyo Sky Star—unexpectedly visits the set where Shige, Shin, and Tatara are filming their next movie. And when he deliberately approaches Shin, making it clear he’s there just to see him, it sets Shige, Tatara, and the others on edge. Seeing their behavior change, Shin finally figures out that something is up—and that he’s been left out. But when he asks Shige about it, he’s simply told “not now,” leaving him with more questions than answers!

Genres: Manga, Yaoi, Romance, Boys Love, LGBT, Queer, Slice Of Life

162 pages, Paperback

First published December 1, 2022

About the author

Name in native language さちも

Reviews

[L Ann · Rating 4 out of 5]

I really liked this volume, though it didn't really seem to move the plot forward as much as the other volumes did. This isn't to say that nothing important happened. The antagoniats - the CEO of Tokyo Sky Star and his niece - have shown their cards. We now now know what they want and how far they are willing to go to get it. Shin is at the heart of this metaphorical battle between one side that wants to protect him from the ugliness of the entertainment industry and another side that wants own/use him for profit and clout, regardless of his feelings.The CEO's niece claiming to be in love with Shin came out of nowhere. Her stalking him made me so mad, and I have a feeling that she isn't going anywhere any time soon. Thankfully, Shin's friends will always have his back. 4 stars

Read Count: 2

[alex :) · Rating 2 out of 5]

these recent volumes haven’t been hitting the same as the previous ones, but that ending scene gave me hope. hopefully there’ll be some angst in the next volume!

luckily, the smut never disappoints 👀

[DonutKnow · Rating 3 out of 5]

Gahh so much drama 🥺🥺

[sara · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 ⭐️

[Casually Bookish Emma · Rating 3 out of 5]

The story definitely isn’t hitting as hard as the first couple but I’m still enjoying it over all.

2/5 🌶️

[ℂ ✧ · Rating 4 out of 5]

Volum més fluixet del que esperava, la veritat. Després del darrer sembla que el conflicte encara no esclata i només anem imaginant-nos com la cosa es posarà complicada pels protes, però encara no passa res emocionant. Està claríssim que s'estimen molt i que tenen una xarxa d'amistats que els protegeix ben sòlida. Intrigada i amb ganes de més, com sempre!!!!

[Calista · Rating 3 out of 5]

Shin and Shiga are back again in this continuing Japanese Manga about two loves in the movie industry. Shin is really becoming a huge star and everyone seems to be chasing him. The CEO of his lovers talent agency shows up on set to visit him and get him on board.

This volume felt like transition. The last issue was excellent and this is setting up the next arc. It also appears there are a ton of people chasing and hunting Shin. It feels like his secrets are under threat and the next volume has the potential to be explosive and revealing. What would happen if his secret got out? That could make for some great story.

I still love this series and I can't wait for Vol. 10.

[R. · Rating 2 out of 5]

The CEO and his family seem to have their sights set on Shin, and everyone is on high alert. Shin himself is mostly clueless, but he's aware enough at least to realize it's odd that he is the only one singled out to receive a business card. Shin and Shige seem very secure in their relationship at the moment, even as Shige admits to some jealousy when it comes to Shin's manager if no one else. They aren't aware of the depths of this new threat chasing after Shin though. Hopefully things won't get too rocky for the boys. The phone call is rather hilarious, but of course they play it off being actors. Shin doesn't manage to fool Shige nearly as well as the other film crew however.

[Cassandra · Rating 3 out of 5]

Honestly, still having a hard time understanding the CEO and the niece is crazy obvy. But I love our couple, their friends, and the managers have grown so much on me. Non-con appears gone but we still have some jealousy in this volume.

[Liyah · Rating 4 out of 5]

That Shin's ex co star is ready to go this far is crazy. I think the big battle is near and i don't know i am ready for that yet.