ふたりのライオン [Futari no lion]

daph pink ♡

Rating: really liked it
I have said this before and I will say it again Nagisa Furuya writes one of the best yaoi mangas ever.

Her books are pure joy and beautiful.

-the book explores the theme of moving on from past experiences and giving chance to new life which lay ahead of you.
- what's interesting is that fact that the book is written from other person POV so we get an outside look like through eyes of someone else.
- the art us spectacular as expected from Furuya.
- the fact that major emphasis of the story was on building the grounds of friendship first between our introvert and extrovert MCs is something I cherished the most.

Overall a fun, heartwarming and beautiful manga. Highly recommended to someone who want to read something light yet full of emotions!

Dilushani Jayalath

Rating: really liked it
What a simple but cute story. The whole thing had a really sweet vibe to it. If you're looking for a realistic wholesome story that you needn't to wait for years for an update, this is the one for you. The art style is simple yet beautiful making the experience of reading this much more worthwhile. The story itself will leave you with little pangs in your heart that will really feel good. Sit back and enjoy the short but cute ride.

Cristina

Rating: really liked it
What a lovely discovery! Nagisa Furuya is an entirely new mangaka to me and Les deux lions is a sweet and tender story of friendship - and perhaps more - between two former schoolmates who finally get to know each other once at university.

The story is made up of small events and details, chats during lunch and friends hanging out in idle moments. On these events, Furuya builds up the characters of Leo and Junpei, with their different personalities and idiosyncrasies.

Story and art are both beautiful and subtle. Recommended!

Rebecca

Rating: really liked it
I do love it when an author gets it right about how certain things influence our behaviors, and Leo's tendency to assume that he's the problem in every social situation based on how he was treated in high school is spot-on. That this is also a super-sweet love story just makes it even better.

L Ann

Rating: really liked it
2.75 stars, rounded up

For a BL with a 13+ age recommendation I was pleasantly surprised by how much I did not dislike this story. Most oneshots geared toward a younger audience leave me either bored or wanting more.

This story wasn't anything groundbreaking and I've seen slightly altered versions of this story on more than one occasion but this variation was entertaining enough to hold my interest till the end. Onizuka's physical appearance reminded me so much of Takato from Dakaichi (Dakaretai Otoko 1-i ni Odosarete Imasu) that I just went ahead and imagined him to be his younger brother...and that helped too.

Junpei was such a sweetheart. The way he immediately reached out to Onizuka, knowing his reputation without knowing the story behind it, shows just how incredibly kind he was. Onizuka had been misunderstood throughout high school and all he wanted was friends. He was lucky that he and Junpei ended up at the same college.

There wasn't really any romance depicted in this story. Its mainly about a boy discovering that he has feelings for another boy. In terms of intimacy, there was just one kiss and it took place in the bonus story after the main story was completed. Ultimately, this story is pretty forgettable with nothing really standing out about it, but in the moment it isn't too bad. Younger audiences will appreciate it a lot more. 💛

Maisha Farzana

Rating: really liked it
Wow! It was so good. A simple and short manga but it still managed to surprise me. I expected it to be cute, sweet and funny. And it was, all of those. At the same time, this manga was quite emotional. I loved the characters and how fleshed out they felt. The romance was swoony. The art style was really good. The social anxiety rep was wonderful. I finished it in a single sitting. Someone said Nagisa Furuya writes the best bl manga. I, now, totally understand what they meant by that. I second their statement, it was amazing.

reese ♡

Rating: really liked it
Another lighthearted undiscovered gem from Nagisa Furuya. Reading this feels rewarding after a long day of work.

Ruth Kamau

Rating: really liked it
3.5 stars

The buildup was awesome but the wrap up was way too fast. I wanted more of them in a rship

Shu Wei Chin

Rating: really liked it
Ahhh why isn't this a series! They make a beautiful couple 💖

Andy

Rating: really liked it
A really cute manga that tended to be subtle instead of saccharine. We focus on a popular very friendly guy who eventually becomes friends with a rumoured "demon king" from his highschool. The demon king in question however, is just a defamed strongly trained guy who does not like seeing injustice looking to turn things around in university.

I loved how there were so many small moments (like eating meals, opening up and being awkward) that built towards developing feelings. The supportive friends, actual communication (no drawn out angst, just good old fashioned coming-to-the-point - YAY!) and great plot cohesion were plus points.

It was wow seeing everything come full circle (view spoiler)[ the fighting, Junipi's ears, the homeless man - nothing was left untied. I just wish there was more fluff after they started dating. Like a short epilogue isn't enough but I guess the manga was more inclined towards friendship/companionship and atmosphere. (hide spoiler)]

Julie

Rating: really liked it
[ I didn't love that whole conflict with the ex of the ex because it just seemed out of nowhere. Like sure they mentioned the ex in that flash back, but really?? Dude's been holding a grudge since high school? Enough to hunt down the guy his ex left him for at a far away school years later and threaten to chop off an ear as revenge? It a

aria ♡

Rating: really liked it

There are different types of strength, that's all. Become strong, and then become just as kind

This was such a nice, short and cute read. We follow Shishido and Onizuka as they start university. Though from the same high school, Shishido does not recognise Onizuka until he learns his name. Onizuka had a reputation of being an undercover boss who beat up people and because they were in different classes, they never interacted. Because of the rumours, Onizuka never had any friends. So he goes to a university far away hoping for a fresh start. He doesn’t expect someone from his old school. Intrigued by the aloof man who seems to hate him, Shishido starts noticing him everywhere and when he learns who he really is, it doesn’t deter him from being friends.

Ugh this was so cute and adorable.

Jen F

Rating: really liked it
This was a sweet and light BL that hit all the emotional beats for me. The art was very good and so were the characters. I loved Leo and Junpei and would love to get a part 2 to this story.

Keiko Reads Manga

Rating: really liked it
You did it again, Nagisaaaa! I love you! The magic is still there! Man, I was sobbing way too hard when Oji-san met Onizuka once again and expressed his gratitude. I love that scene so so much. It was worth it. I love that kind of feeling.

I'm just really happy that Leo finally found someone who will treasure him. Gosh, I'm literally crying. Waaay too good for me.

Anyway, I love this manga so so so so much! I hope there's a volume 2 on the way because I'm thirsty for mooore of Junpei and Leo.

And heeeeey, Junpei's gay panics are freaking hilarious!

Dylan

Rating: really liked it
CW: Bullying, Violence

This was a cute BL read! We follow two college students, Junpei and Leo. They meet by chance one day at school, and have very differing personalities. Junpei is very outgoing and kind, whereas Leo has a wall around him with an angry facade. The two start to talk and form a friendship that may develop into something more.
I liked this one, though I did want a little more from it. I felt like the story's slow pace was well done. The art is also beautiful. If you haven't read this one yet, I'd recommend it. I think it might be a good starter BL story.