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On his way home from school, Minoru discovers his older brother, Yoshino, making out with his male gym teacher! To confuse the matter even more, he also notices his brother’s best friend, Seto, shooting longing glances at Yoshino! And for some reason that revelation makes Minoru’s chest hurt. Could what he’s feeling actually be love?! It’s an odd-couple romance between the intimidating tough guy and the too-proper younger brother! Volume also includes bonus romantic short stories involving Yoshino and Sugaya from Devil’s Honey.
185 pages, Kindle Edition
First published June 10, 2014
About the author
Isaku Natsume
59 books203 followersIsaku Natsume (native name: 夏目イサク) is a Japanese author of Boys' Love manga.
Aside from the manga published with publishing companies, she also runs two Dōjin circles: 139 and Chekera.
List of all her works (detailed) : http://infbot.cocolog-nifty.com/blog/...
Associated names :
チェケラ
チェケラ!
夏目維朔
139
Cheke-Rara
Aside from the manga published with publishing companies, she also runs two Dōjin circles: 139 and Chekera.
List of all her works (detailed) : http://infbot.cocolog-nifty.com/blog/...
Associated names :
チェケラ
チェケラ!
夏目維朔
139
Cheke-Rara
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August 2, 2014
Actually, half of this book seems to focus on the couple from "Devil's Honey", which is fine, but also kind of a pity because the other couple is cute, too.
March 19, 2017
Pořád mám Yoshina radši, ale i tak to je sladký ♥
July 10, 2021
Cute as always, and great art. I wish we had more chapters about the main couple of this volume, but I loved Devil's honey and I didn't mind at all seeing more of that couple too.
January 19, 2023
spin-off to 'devil's honey' following the mc's brother and bestfriend's romance.
i found this one way cuter than devil's honey (mainly because they are both students and note teacher/student, although one tutors the other)
i found this one way cuter than devil's honey (mainly because they are both students and note teacher/student, although one tutors the other)
May 19, 2017
I really enjoyed this spin off, though not as much as Devils Honey. To be fair this actually seemed like a sequel considering the two main characters appeared a lot in this one. It didn't bother me I loved both couples but I wish Seto and Minoru had some more page time.
Another issue was the age gap. It wasn't a big one to be fair maybe four years. Seto is in college so I'd say he's about 18-19 while Minoru is still in school, second year to be exact, 14 maybe. It's just Minoru is the younger brother of Yoshino from book one and he just seemed so young. I didn't mind Yoshinos story because of his age, I get he fell in love with a PE Teacher but he was graduating soon so he also would be around 18-19. Then again Seto was very cute towards Minoru, he loved him a lot. And I did end up liking them as a couple.
Overall though it was a good manga. I read it quite quickly and I loved Yoshino's parts. The storyline was crazy but I find most manga storylines are so I expected that. Yeah the age and the fact that we didn't actually see the main couple that often were my only issues, preventing me giving this five stars. The art was amazing though.
Another issue was the age gap. It wasn't a big one to be fair maybe four years. Seto is in college so I'd say he's about 18-19 while Minoru is still in school, second year to be exact, 14 maybe. It's just Minoru is the younger brother of Yoshino from book one and he just seemed so young. I didn't mind Yoshinos story because of his age, I get he fell in love with a PE Teacher but he was graduating soon so he also would be around 18-19. Then again Seto was very cute towards Minoru, he loved him a lot. And I did end up liking them as a couple.
Overall though it was a good manga. I read it quite quickly and I loved Yoshino's parts. The storyline was crazy but I find most manga storylines are so I expected that. Yeah the age and the fact that we didn't actually see the main couple that often were my only issues, preventing me giving this five stars. The art was amazing though.
January 1, 2021
I went into this a little unsure because I actually didn’t care for Minoru with the little snips of him we got in Devil’s Honey. What sold me was Seto, I liked him from Devil’s Honey and I wanted to see him get a happy ending. This was an entertaining and at time embarrassing read (seriously Minoru LOL).
September 24, 2020
Pretty alright Yaoi story with a nerdy uke x manly seme
November 1, 2016
The good news is that I loved this. It was funny and cute and Mineru is adorable and Seto is hot 80% of the time and good looking the other 20. And that was good for my heart. Also, I got to check in on Sensei and Yoshino who were just as lovey dovey as they were in Devil’s Honey. I got the exact feeling I expect to get from from her work; the feeling that keeps me going back for more.
The bad news is, well, first, there isn’t enough Seto and Mineru. The majority of their story involved Yoshino and, by association, Sensei. Second, there was too much Sensei and Yoshino. I know this sounds like the first one, but what I’m referring to with this is that, in addition to the main character’s story being built around the relationship of two other characters, all but one of the extras was focused on the secondary characters. Third, although Seto and Mineru are only two years apart, the difference between their maturity and experience level often seems five times that. And that makes me uncomfortable.
And last, although I had similar reservations with Devil’s Honey because of how I feel about student/teacher relationships in general, the extras for this volume did nothing to mitigate that and everything to pinpoint why I was not totally put off by it. And that is because rather than the aggressor being the usual pushy bratty younger seme (which does nothing but get under my skin), it was a happy-go-lucky, flirtatious, and sometimes sulky younger uke (which is very close to a dynamic that, though I’m not entirely fond of, was something that I wanted to see, particularly in a teacher/student relationship). A failing on my part for not really noticing that all the countless times I read Devil’s Honey.
Oh, and the main story seemed a bit rushed. I’m sure if there was less Sensei and Yoshino, that wouldn’t be the case.
So, what? Should I mention that I’ve read it several times already? I don’t know. It’s a good story, I love it, but I can’t ignore all the issues I have with it. Should I also mention that I don’t understand the title? Maybe it's lost in translation.
The bad news is, well, first, there isn’t enough Seto and Mineru. The majority of their story involved Yoshino and, by association, Sensei. Second, there was too much Sensei and Yoshino. I know this sounds like the first one, but what I’m referring to with this is that, in addition to the main character’s story being built around the relationship of two other characters, all but one of the extras was focused on the secondary characters. Third, although Seto and Mineru are only two years apart, the difference between their maturity and experience level often seems five times that. And that makes me uncomfortable.
And last, although I had similar reservations with Devil’s Honey because of how I feel about student/teacher relationships in general, the extras for this volume did nothing to mitigate that and everything to pinpoint why I was not totally put off by it. And that is because rather than the aggressor being the usual pushy bratty younger seme (which does nothing but get under my skin), it was a happy-go-lucky, flirtatious, and sometimes sulky younger uke (which is very close to a dynamic that, though I’m not entirely fond of, was something that I wanted to see, particularly in a teacher/student relationship). A failing on my part for not really noticing that all the countless times I read Devil’s Honey.
Oh, and the main story seemed a bit rushed. I’m sure if there was less Sensei and Yoshino, that wouldn’t be the case.
So, what? Should I mention that I’ve read it several times already? I don’t know. It’s a good story, I love it, but I can’t ignore all the issues I have with it. Should I also mention that I don’t understand the title? Maybe it's lost in translation.
February 24, 2015
A brilliant sequel to Devil's Honey!
I've been waiting for Minoru's turn at love and this sure didn't disappoint! What a beautiful story it turned out to be! I was a bit sad that Minoru and his love didn't get to go all the way but hopefully the author decides to do a third volume because of that reason. Aside from that I totally recommend this to all yaoi fans.
I've been waiting for Minoru's turn at love and this sure didn't disappoint! What a beautiful story it turned out to be! I was a bit sad that Minoru and his love didn't get to go all the way but hopefully the author decides to do a third volume because of that reason. Aside from that I totally recommend this to all yaoi fans.
November 28, 2016
Common pairing, written better.
Pretty classic, but I really enjoyed this! The art is great and the story is... Well, it's teacher/student and little brother/older brother's friend. Still well done. Not exactly the same as all the others, so I was happy about that. I love the stories from different characters' viewpoints.
Pretty classic, but I really enjoyed this! The art is great and the story is... Well, it's teacher/student and little brother/older brother's friend. Still well done. Not exactly the same as all the others, so I was happy about that. I love the stories from different characters' viewpoints.
October 28, 2016
Love this author and her stories so much!!
I rate this manga 5/5, but that may be because I'm biased and I love anything that has to do with this mangaka. Story and characters were memorable and hilarious, this is a yaoi to definitely add to your shelves!
I rate this manga 5/5, but that may be because I'm biased and I love anything that has to do with this mangaka. Story and characters were memorable and hilarious, this is a yaoi to definitely add to your shelves!
June 27, 2020
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The perfect follow up to Devil's Honey. I enjoyed seeing the relationship between Seto and Minori develop. Not to face paced and allowed for good character development.
The perfect follow up to Devil's Honey. I enjoyed seeing the relationship between Seto and Minori develop. Not to face paced and allowed for good character development.
March 7, 2015
Great
I loved Devils honey but this story was just as cute. Plus I found it a little funnier. I didn't enjoy the cliches though.
I loved Devils honey but this story was just as cute. Plus I found it a little funnier. I didn't enjoy the cliches though.
July 21, 2015
Lanjutannya Devil's Honey. Sekarang giliran cerita si adek... lucuuu
February 29, 2016
ahh awwaes
December 30, 2016
I loved this and wished it wasn't the only volume about this couple!
June 16, 2017
Cute
I love isaku natsume's work. It's always so cute and relaxing. A definite must read for anyone interested in this genre
I love isaku natsume's work. It's always so cute and relaxing. A definite must read for anyone interested in this genre
September 8, 2018
It was cute and full of fluff and served its purpose thusly.
July 27, 2023
ชื่อภาษาไทยคือ "ร้ายรักพิชิตหัวใจนายรุ่นพี่มาดนิ่ง" ในเล่มมีสองคู่ คู่หลักเป็นรุ่นพี่รุ่นน้อง (พระเอกเป็นเพื่อนสนิทของพี่ชายนายเอก) คู่รองเป็นครูกับลูกศิษย์ เห็นว่าคู่รองมีเล่มแยกของตัวเองเล่มนึงเต็มๆชื่อเล่ม Devil's Honey ส่วนเล่มนี้เรื่องราวจะต่อมาจากเล่มนั้นอีกที เราอ่านเล่มนี้โดยไม่เคยอ่านเล่มนั้น ซื้อมาอ่านเพราะสนพ.ลดราคาเหลือ 39 บาท (จากราคาเต็มร้อยกว่าบาท) บวกกับเห็นว่าเป็นงานอ.นัตสึเมะซึ่งเท่าที่เคยอ่านมาก็น่ารักดี พอเปิดอ่านแล้วเจอความรักกุ๊กกิ๊กของครูลูกศิษย์ก็ถอนหายใจ เฮ้ออ การ์ตูนวายญี่ปุ่น 55555 แต่คู่หลักโอเคนะ จริงๆมันก็อ่านได้แบบน่ารักๆแหละ อ่านในราคา 39 บาทก็โอเค แต่ว่ากันจริงๆถ้าซื้อมาร้อยกว่าบาทคงเสียดายตังค์นิดนึง
October 18, 2024
Yashino's best friend, Seto, is now in a relationship with his brother, Minoru, following an incident at a school festival. However, Yashino remains unaware of this new relationship. Seto is Minoru's first love, and this connection stirs up a whirlwind of emotions for Minoru, including jealousy, insecurity, and the fear of being cheated on. His suspicions even lead him to question the bond between Seto and Yashino, who are supposedly just good friends.
August 2, 2021
3.5*
Ended up liking this one a tad more than the book it spun off from, though there wasn't anything particularly wrong with Devil's Honey. They were both a bit on the bland side, even as light BL goes, but the wee extra jealousy-angst for lil' bro edges this one ahead. Plus, the big dopey cuties are the best, right? When Isaku Natsume's boys are cute, they're cuuuute.
Ended up liking this one a tad more than the book it spun off from, though there wasn't anything particularly wrong with Devil's Honey. They were both a bit on the bland side, even as light BL goes, but the wee extra jealousy-angst for lil' bro edges this one ahead. Plus, the big dopey cuties are the best, right? When Isaku Natsume's boys are cute, they're cuuuute.
February 7, 2026
Ahhh brother's best friend and it was really cute honestly. Lots adorable waiting till everyone's ready. Love the art but too much of the Devil's honey couple. I wanted the extras to be about our current couple, I don't hate the teacher/student troupe in Devil's but still doesn't make me into it.
November 26, 2020
Very cute, and lovely art, but I felt a bit lost at times. I didn't know Yoshino's story 'Devil Honey' came first. There was no link between the two, when buying it, so I constantly felt like I was missing something. Will go back and read Devil Honey, to see if it fills in those gaps.
December 13, 2021
Wish I had read Devil Honey before reading this one since it's a spin off and the way they talk about the brother and his romance made it obvious so I was a little out of the loop. The story still stands fine on it's own though and I thought the romance was cute even if it was a little basic.
December 28, 2023
Adorable
This was a great story that made me really happy. Though I wish there was more, I really enjoyed the story as a whole. I highly recommend it!
P.s. I dig the height difference!!!
This was a great story that made me really happy. Though I wish there was more, I really enjoyed the story as a whole. I highly recommend it!
P.s. I dig the height difference!!!
August 31, 2025
There is a lot of Yoshimoto considering this is his brother's book. I think I liked the first one better, but this one has it's nice moments as well. The whole thing is probably 3 stars, but I am giving it more because nostalgia got to me.
March 19, 2021
This manga was super cute! I actually screamed out loud reading it, which happens often with me.
If you're looking for a sweet and sexy high school romance, pick this up!
If you're looking for a sweet and sexy high school romance, pick this up!
March 24, 2021
Las dos parejas son raras, pero aún así se ven tan lindos ❣️❣️❣️❣️
July 7, 2021
3.5 stars
While not quite as good as Devil's Honey, this was still adorable, especially when it featured the original couple, whom I love so much.
While not quite as good as Devil's Honey, this was still adorable, especially when it featured the original couple, whom I love so much.
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