I Married My Female Friend Vol. 2

女ともだちと結婚してみた。 #2

by Shio Usui

After Ruriko's hospitalization, Ruriko and Kurumi's connection seems to be deepening. But that doesn't make them immune to the odd argument! Can they work through the knots that come with tying the knot?

Genres: Manga, Romance, LGBT, Queer, Yuri, Graphic Novels, Slice Of Life

170 pages, Kindle Edition

First published April 18, 2022

Reviews

[Rod Brown · Rating 3 out of 5]

More gentle developments in the relationship of two women in a lopsided marriage of convenience. That one of those "gentle developments" is their first fight might seem contradictory, but this series is just that mild. But the sheer amount of blushing also makes it rather adorable.

[♡Matty♡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

Ruriko and Kurumi are so adorable, I can't even! I'm enjoying the series so much. There's something about slice of life comics that's just extremely special. Most of life is made of the small day to day that's really not extravagant and yet in slice of life comics the day to day easily make for beautiful tales. Excited to hope into book 3!

[Ness (Vynexa)]

We got married because Kurumi-san said she wanted to give it a try— But now, the more time I spend as her wife, the more desperately I want to hold on to our marriage.

This is going to be a slow burn, I see. Not complaining, just making me wish all of the volumes were translated and published already so I could binge read them.

Cute, of course. More on communication and working as a family. Makes me hungry for affection, a relationship (even if non romantic) and food… so much food.

[Mark · Rating 4 out of 5]

Ruriko and Kurumi face down a depressing visit with Ruriko’s parents, then deal with Ruriko’s commitment to routine. But when a rogue weather report proves unfortunately relevant, they’re going to have to figure out their way forward together, if there is one.

Ah, there’s something nice about a laid-back yuri that isn’t going at its story beats too hard and is mostly showing how delightfully perfect our leads are together. Even the drama this volume feels soft, although it’s no less impactful for that.

Ruriko’s parents are of the sort that have passive-aggressive down to a fine art and they clearly don’t mean to be so harsh to their daughter, but it’s not hard to understand Ruriko’s feelings when they up and announce they’re getting a dog because they won’t be getting any grandkids.

While the story just went and made same-sex marriage legal in Japan as its starting point, it doesn’t make everything sunshine and roses, case in point. There’s a little light fleshing out of the background details over how few same sex couples the country even has, which was a nice touch.

From there things move to a more awkward plotline, as Kurumi wants to help ease Ruriko’s burden at home, but doing so would remove some of the time they spend together. As sometimes happens, this all blows up into an argument partially about money, but really about how serious or not Kurumi is about the relationship.

The way this gets sorted out is, blessedly, through good old fashioned communication and respect for one another and the establishment of some scheduled bonding time, which immediately pays off thereafter.

It’s pretty funny how quickly the date night starts to accelerate things. Ruriko is absolutely thrilled to have more time with her partner, and her actions are quickly causing Kurumi’s own feelings to escalate.

No, this isn’t the most shockingly brilliant yuri title ever, but it’s such a sweet little title about two people figuring out their lives together and how to love one another. I’m a massive fan of any story that shows you can write a couple and still make it interesting and this is great at that.

4 stars - light and breezy, yet with a slightly serious side at a couple of points, this is a really wholesome slice of life with two different, yet equally interesting, people who care for one another deeply.

[DonutKnow · Rating 4 out of 5]

I think this series is really hitting me in terms of the importance of sharing your needs 🥰

[Cherry · Rating 4 out of 5]

Cute 2.0!

[Vanna Book-Mage · Rating 5 out of 5]

This story continues to be soooooo beautiful and thoughtful.

[Shu Wei Chin · Rating 4 out of 5]

WHY IS EVERYONE IN THIS STORY SO KIND? I want to live in that world, where you can just say "oh us, two straight-passing young women? We're newlyweds" and people will just immediately be happy for you and congratulate you. Where you can rant about couple arguments and no one will say ignorant things like "but you're both women though" and put queer relationships on strange pedestals.

Currently an adorable slice of life story with a platonic pair of best friends marrying out of convenience... except one of them is pining so much it is hurting me, and the other one might be catching feelings. Will they (very slowly) develop as a sapphic asexual couple? Or something else?

[Nii · Rating 4 out of 5]

*4.5

[lcvesbooks · Rating 5 out of 5]

They’re in a queer platonic relationship no one can tell me otherwise.

[Little Red R. · Rating 4 out of 5]

I just love how both Kurumi and Ruriko are slowly evolving, how their relationship is realistic and so gentle.

I live for the food pages 😂😭🫠 I want to try out everything!

[Tachan · Rating 2 out of 5]

Une mignonne colocation entre amies mariées qui se poursuit et nous présente avec douceur ses défis du quotidien.

Si comme moi, on n'adhère pas au concept des deux amies mariées sans sentiment amoureux, cela reste maladroit et casse-gueule. On a du mal à comprendre ce que l'autrice écrit car ce n'est ni franchement de l'amitié, ni franchement de la romance et la bascule vers celle-ci est mal faite, pas crédible, maladroite, très très lente. Franchement, je n'y crois pas une seconde et pire, je trouve les personnages, enfin surtout Ruriko, très pénible...

Alors que dire, si on adhère, j'imagine qu'on peut trouver mignon ces discussions autour de la vie à deux, du partage des tâches ménagères qui n'a pas qu'à être une contrainte, de la rencontre/visite des parents, de l'entraide quand l'une a des coups de mou ou des moments de rush au travail. C'est plein de bons sentiments et si les personnages étaient mieux écrits, à l'image de ceux de Vies d'ensemble chez Naban, cela changerait tout.

Reste un dessin et des situations simples mais plein de chaleur humaine, une relation qui suit son cours et avance au fur et à mesure que chacune prend ses marques dans leur drôle de relation. Il y a aussi, quand même, le plaisir d'être dans un univers où tout le monde accepte bien cette relation singulière et où elles n'essuient pas de critiques mais reçoivent plutôt des conseils. Cette bienveillance normal, mais rarement acquise, surtout au Japon, fait du bien.

Je reste extérieur à cette histoire car je n'arrive pas à trouver la relation de ces deux amies crédible dans son écriture, mais je salue les jolis moments mis en scène par l'autrice et ce quotidien à deux fait de discussions, d'échange et de concession pour apprendre à vivre ensemble. J'aime aussi la bienveillance du titre où cette relation singulière n'est pas pointée du doigt en dehors de leur cocon. Ça fait du bien autant de bienveillance.

Article complet : https://www.sanctuary.fr/avis/151475/

[Anthony Wendel · Rating 3 out of 5]

Honestly based on this scale I should give this series a 2 instead of a 3 but I feel bad about tanking a books review. I mean it is enjoyable but it's just so...innocent is the word that comes to mind. I mean the concept is they were friends who got married so they are falling in love as they are married. At the same time I am reading this as someone who IS married and frankly I feel the physical part of a relationship is essential in a good marriage for helping show love for one another. Here though, a hug out of nowhere is treated as earthshattering which just shows how innocent this series is overall. I wouldn't mind reading more but its not a number one priority.

[Jess · Rating 5 out of 5]

The cuteness continues in volume 2! I love seeing Kurumi and Ruriko fall for each other. This had all the marks of a slow burn: gentle touches, grazing fingers, blushing, doing kind things for each other, and oh, God, the yearning! But much to my pleasure it didn't drag it out like a true slow burn would. There are still two volumes of this series to go, I can't wait to see how Kurumi and Ruriko figure out their feelings for each other.

[Jamie (TheRebelliousReader) · Rating 4 out of 5]

4.5 stars. This series is absolutely lovely. So adorable. Kurimo and Ruriko have a disagreement but I loved how they handled it. They just want to spend more time with each other which is precious. They bond and go on dates and I just couldn’t stop smiling. I love these characters and how their relationship is developing. Can’t wait for the next volume!

[Sherri · Rating 3 out of 5]

This remains super cute. I do like the development of their relationship, starting to take it more seriously as a married couple by adding in 'bonding' nights, having a discussion about sharing the emotional load, etc. It's very clear that Ruriko is in love with Kurumi, so I do feel a bit bad for her because it feels very much like taking what she can get.

[Amber · Rating 5 out of 5]

So cozy and sweet! I love how things are absolutely adorable and stay adorable. In a lot of other stories, the plot tends to take a turn for the shock, but this is one of the few times where the story just keeps the cuteness going. This manga is truly like a warm hug.

[Moriah Venable · Rating 4 out of 5]

I loved the series Doughnuts Under the Crescent Moon by this author. I think this series is cute, and I love reading about their life together.

I wish this was more than 4 volumes. Kinda makes me think in different life maybe a friend and I would do this. XD

[Luce · Rating 4 out of 5]

I'm enjoying this relaxing look at Ruriko and Kurumi's married life, from helping each other during deadlines and discussing chores. I'm not sure if it will become romance, but I'm happy either way - like Doughnuts, this is a peaceful, pleasant read about a not-quite-usual relationship.

[Ivy~ · Rating 3 out of 5]

Still pretty cute. I liked how realistic the arguments between the two women felt. Though I do wish they had to pretend to be an actual, in-love couple. I think that would make for a more interesting story.

[Gabby · Rating 4 out of 5]

Themes / Representation:
Sapphic
Friendship
Romance
LGBTQIA+
Girls Love
Slice of Life

Another wonderful addition to the series. I love reading about their characters and the slice-of-life elements makes this a quick and cosy read.

[Cameron Sant · Rating 4 out of 5]

In this volume, due to them having a fight over buying an appliance, I am now convinced that they are in a marriage, lol.

I am continuing to enjoy this series. 🙂 Maybe these wives will kiss one day??? You never know lol

[Tib · Rating 4 out of 5]

Just as sweet as the first volume!

[jude · Rating 5 out of 5]

this series is so sweeeeet ;__;

[Miss Susan · Rating 4 out of 5]

cute! cute! cute! this gentle slice of life energy is very healing

4 stars

[mykittyquest17 · Rating 5 out of 5]

5 stars

[Bentgaidin · Rating 5 out of 5]

Cute, looking forward to more

[karla]

"That was the day my own universe began. And that universe has been...expanding ever since."

are you kidddiiiiing me they're soulmates

[nibha ⋆˚꩜｡ · Rating 5 out of 5]

let's go lesbians!!!!

[Cath T · Rating 4 out of 5]

“So just keep being your beautiful self.”

So sweet and tender. As their relationship evolves, so does my love for them! They need to be actually together soon.