Josei - Page 39

From just beyond your field of vision—

"Who stole my husband?"

Mio Sahara, a contract employee at an insurance company, was traumatized by her past experiences with men and had a strong fear of being looked at sexually. One day, Mio was assigned to the top sales team and met her new boss, which forced her to confront her own "sexuality" that she had been hiding deep inside... A human love story about living honestly with one's heart! (Source: Cherish, translated)

Set against the backdrop of a wintry Seoul, Winter Breeze tells a story of second chances, hope, and the unexpected warmth that can bloom even in the coldest seasons. Two years after their fleeting encounter at Seoul Station, Haena is reunited with Dohwa at a newly opened photo studio tucked away in her quiet neighborhood, and finds herself drawn to the mysterious photographer she hasn’t been able to forget. Is their reunion merely coincidence, or is it the beginning of something meant to be?

Charlotte, the daughter of a marquis, possesses a special ability: her emotions are reflected in the weather. Because of this, she always suppressed her feelings and lived with restraint. She never allowed herself to cry, to be angry, or even to feel joy. However, her fiancé Theodore suddenly breaks off their engagement. To make matters worse, he seems to be completely smitten with a sweet commoner girl named Verona. Having reached the limits of her patience, Charlotte decides to marry the king of the Kingdom of Shurton—a land of barren soil. Her new fiancé, Azul, begins showering her with overwhelming affection that knows no bounds—!?

Hotaru, a 27-year-old career woman and self-proclaimed himono, would prefer to enjoy a peaceful nap at home than to fall in love. However, her life takes an unexpected turn when she becomes involved with a younger man. The stage is set for an intriguing josei romance - what twists and turns will the story take?

You’re great just the way you are. Even though Miku is 25 years old, she hasn’t learned a thing about how to do her own makeup -- but her boyfriend, Haru, tells her that he prefers her that way. Miku and Haru live together, after all, and they might get married, in which case she’ll just quit her job anyway, so it’s probably fine never to learn... At least, that’s what she tells herself. One day, a boy with a special love for makeup suddenly appears in her life. The beautiful stranger does Miku up gorgeously and Haru’s reaction to her new look is almost unbelievable--? A story of starting anew and taking one’s life back through makeup! [Manga Plaza]

Catarina Claes, arrogant and self-centered daughter of a duke, enjoys tormenting her classmate Maria Campbell who is from a lower social class. However, her behavior takes a surprising turn when she suddenly realizes she is a character in an otome game she used to play. To make matters worse, she is the villainess and destined to meet a tragic end because of her wicked ways. Despite being close to adulthood, it seems too late to change how others perceive her. Desperate to avoid her fate, Catarina decides to do anything it takes to redeem herself and survive.

Mildly popular author, Shun Mizorogi, is content with his low-key fame and uncomplicated life, until Aki Fujino, a young woman, commits suicide and calls him prior. The authorities reach out to Mizorogi for confirmation of her identity, leading to the discovery of Sakura Miki, Aki's unknown identical twin. As Mizorogi delves deeper into his association with Aki, his latest book "Utsubora" sparks contentious discussions among the public, as lies and deception unravel the fate of all individuals implicated in this disgraceful affair.

AkaAka's tale commences with a vision comprising of crimson camellias and the transfer of an enigmatic mask. This mask belongs to a boy named Yue, who dwells in a temple inhabited by singular beings. Utsuwa, the adjacent town, is hosting a winter festivity which Kurogitsune, Yue's fox comrade, deems an ideal opportunity for the sheltered boy to partake in the extravaganza's delights, particularly its cuisine. Despite being prohibited to leave the temple, they clandestinely venture into the town, ignorant of the repercussions they will soon encounter.

Narumi Momose is a cute and petite young lady with a passion for idols, games, and all things related to anime or manga, particularly the boys' love genre. Secretly, she is an otaku, specifically a fujoshi. Her interests led to a breakup in her previous relationship, prompting her to seek a fresh job. At her new workplace, only her childhood friend and gaming otaku, Hirotaka Nifuji, the cool and mature-looking beauty, Hanako Koyanagi, and the attractive guy with a scary face who always quarrels with Hanako, Tarou Kabakura, know of her secret. While having drinks together, Hirotaka suggests that Narumi should date someone who understands her hobbies. However, she is apprehensive since otakus are typically considered disgusting, and only another otaku could fathom them. Could a relationship between two otakus thrive? Wotaku ni Koi wa Muzukashii follows Narumi and Hirotaka's romantic journey as they attempt to balance their work, relationships, and hobbies, creating a heartwarming story.