Sawa has always been charmed by the princely figures in the romance comics she reads, but even though she pines for that kind of idyllic fairytale romance, her real life couldn't be any more different. Sawa actually works part-time as a wrestler, and as a villainous heel character, to boot! Her wrestling persona, Sharktooth SAWA, is a terror in the ring, but at Sawa's other job as a cafe waiter, she spends her time quietly pining for the regular of her dreams, Kazushi. She wants to show him the fantasy princess side from the comics she loves so much, and is determined not to let her secret alter ego slip. But, Kazushi's personality isn't exactly prince-like, himself...
This story turns all the shojo tropes on its head, and Sawa is a great multi-dimensional character whose passion clearly shines through in everything she does, be it her work, hobbies, or love. Like her sharktooth Venus fly trap namesake, she walks a balancing act between plant-like fragility and carnivorous strength. The story does a great job of blending in humor and drama, and the twists and turns will definitely keep you reading! Will Sawa be able to reconcile her romantic ideals with her gritty passion?

Since first reading about the dashing princes in children's books as a small boy, Rio has made it his goal to become a real-life prince charming. He's kind, chivalrous, helpful, and handsome to boot. This makes him some enemies with his male classmates, however, and while he's being bullied he's rescued by a Ouji. Ouji is a natural prince - someone who is brave and cool without even trying - so Rio begs him to take him under his wing. There seems to be another reason, however, that Rio is so drawn to Ouji. This is a really cute, sweet story that's in line with some more traditional yaoi tropes without feeling stale. While this book caught my eye with the silly premise and wonderful art, I was really touched by Rio and Ouji's slow slide into love, as well as the sincere way Rio's realization about both his sexuality and the real reason for his life-long fixation on princes was handled. A nice, sweet, relaxing yaoi manga that will leave you satisfied!

Interesting title, is it not? Even in the world of manga there's no counting the number of super cute, super slim girls we're supposed to relate to, so it's awesome to see a title that's trying to challenge that norm.
Mayu and her boyfriend Ryo both love eating sweets. In fact, that's how they met! Ryo tried his best to hide his sweet tooth from their co-workers, but when Mayu caught him reaching for a chocolate tart, he couldn't hide it from her any longer! A fateful meeting indeed...
With the two of them going out to eat delicious desserts so often Mayu has put on a bit of weight, and she's none too happy about it! With the office beach party coming up, she's determined to slim down so she doesn't get embarrassed in her bikini. After dropping the pounds though, Mayu starts attracting attention from all the wrong people...
There are actually three stories in this volume, with the first being about out syrupy sweet couple Mayu and Ryo. Each story is equally as wholesome, with Mayu's focusing on loving yourself as you are, the second story talking about not judging other's on where they came from, and the final story being about enjoying yourself in the moment. This collection might be a little cheesy at times, but it's sure to leave you with smile on your face!

Sloan's father murdered another man over gambling debts, and the resulting shame and gossip from the townspeople turned him into a bit of a rebel as a teenager. After his mother disappeared, Sloan went to live with his aunt Lydia until he was eighteen, when he left town due to his girlfriend's father, the police chief, threatened him with false legal action if he didn't leave. Twelve years later, Sloan visits his sick aunt and finds that his ex-girlfriend, Annie, is treating her as a nurse. Annie had gotten married and divorced, and has a son named Justin who bears a striking resemblance to Sloan. As Sloan and Justin work on restoring Lydia's garden together, they both begin to wonder about Justin's true father. As Sloan and Annie rekindle their feelings from years ago, Sloan begins to wonder about things from the past, in particular his mother's disappearance. He was told she eloped with a truck driver, but never contacted him afterwards. Sloan's hunt for the truth reveals what happened to his mother and why the police chief hated him so much but threatens to destroy his relationship with Annie and her son... or perhaps their son!

It's easy to wonder what would happen if one small thing in your life were to change, and the little decisions we make along the way that can lead to huge results. And for Atsuko, she suddenly finds herself making a brand-new friend just by finding a cat lying motionless in the middle of the road. When she tries poking it with a ruler to see if it's alive, she's immediately noticed by the cat's young owner... and mistaken for a cat-napping thief! The boy, Tomo, gets his father, Ryo, and he takes her right to the police station over this huge misunderstanding. Once things are cleared up, Ryo apologizes for the embarrassment he caused and invites Atsuko over to the pub he owns for a meal. It turns out Atsuko is a new kindergarten teacher at the school Tomo went to, and the two of them live alone with Kosuke, their life-changing kitty. And, it also turns out that Ryo is exactly Atsuko's type! Tomo seems to have attached himself to the new teacher as well. But, this isn't just a happy-go-lucky story about a chance meeting. For Tomo and Ryo, losing someone important to them to illness has greatly affected their lives, and the author does a great job of exploring the emotions of loss Ryo and Tomo are going through and how the two of them are coping. Atsuko also must come to terms with whether it's okay for her to just insert herself into the lives of another family. In addition, as Ryo happens to be quite the cook, you can look forward to a new delicious recipe to try every chapter! If you like great writing and more cat matchmaking antics, you'll fall in love with this story!

Everything about Takashiro's life is perfect. He's handsome, has a good job, and is capable and loved by his peers. He has one secret, however, that ruins his facade of being an upstanding adult: he can only get off to high school boys. For this reason he finds a club that offers 'special services' by high schoolers (well, legal adult men dressed as high schoolers) where he meets Haru, and their cat-and-mouse relationship starts there. While on the surface this seems like a very normal dirty yaoi manga centered around its character's fetishes, it actually digs pretty deep into how past trauma affects your preferences and relationships later in life. Both Haru and Takashiro have dealt with pain that has led them to this point--and to meeting each other. This manga has just the right balance of not only eroticism and plot, but also sweet, silly content and heart-wrenching drama. The characters are easy to understand and sympathize with, made even better by Yoko Misumi's highly-skilled and detailed art style. Not a yaoi manga you want to miss.

If you like fantasy romance stories, you might've already read one of our hit series "Hana and the Beast Man", but did you know about one of our other awesome fluffy-eared series? If you like big beast men and cute kitties, then this one's for you!
Misha is a cat girl who's just got herself a new place, though for a new place it's looking a bit run down! She's already started work on fixing her pad up, but renovating a whole house is a bit much for one kitten. While she's out taking a look around the forest next-door, she happens to walk into (get scared half to death by) a passing dog man, Hati, who has no place to stay. Not about to let a potential helping hand get away, Misha offers Hati lodgings in return for his help with the house. Everything seems to be going perfectly! But, Hati starts acting strange one night... and, is that a full moon...?
This series is hella cute, though it does get off to a rougher start than expected in chapter one. Don't let that scare you off though, 'cause romance starts blooming before you know it. It's interesting to see the approach the series takes in regards to the in-universe taboo of interspecies relationships and families, and the heartwarming message of acceptance that the couple and their friends represent. You'll be sad to leave these guys when the story ends, but you'll definitely be glad you joined them for the ride.

Brooke Wilson is the lucky one millionth customer at Cutter's, a clothing store in Texas. The CEO, Matt Cutter, presents her with several prizes, which she turns down as she lives a simple life. However, she accepts the final prize, a brand-new convertible, but asks for a van instead. She wants to donate the van to the orphanage she works at, to be able to take children out for picnics. Meanwhile, Matt's grandma is in poor health and wants nothing more than to see him get married and find happiness. Feeling that Brooke wouldn't try to go after his money, Matt devises a plan to enter a fake engagement with her to please his grandma. She initially refuses this offer, but after her mother persistently tries to set her up with men, she agrees to the plan to get her mom off her back. Matt's grandma only has two months to live, so they plan to break up the engagement at that point, but she pushes them to get married as soon as possible! Matt and Brooke must find a way to break off the engagement immediately, but it turns out to be harder than they expected. Furthermore, they are falling in love with each other, unbeknownst to the other party. Will they realize their feelings for each other before it's too late? This story is sure to make your heart race!

It's no secret that cats make up a large part of the internet economy, and we here at Renta! are not immune to a little squeeing and aww-ing over these cute little furballs (or at least, I'm not...) But, what if our furry friends could not only talk, but walk around and help out around the house? Well, this comic collection sets out to answer that question in the form of short little vignettes primarily starring four different bipedal, clothed cats and their human partners, each with their own very distinct personalities. For example, hard-working businesswoman Mari always has to clean up after her curious and clumsy well-meaning tabby, Shizuka, who can't wait to spend more time with his favorite person. On the other hand, Kyo, a fashionable Norwegian Forest Cat, ends up doing most of the fretting, housework, and decision making for his human housemate, the happy-go-lucky thrill-seeker, Hitomi. Thankfully, for a world inhabited by cat people, the story doesn't take itself overly seriously, and most of the stories revolve around a simple conflict that illustrates the difficulties of being a cat in a human world. But, these cats aren't just pets! They all want to prove that even though they aren't accepted by the world at large, they want to do their best to take care of their less hairy companions! And maybe even... fall in love! If you're looking for a fun fantasy read jam-packed with stories focusing on the everyday life in a "what if?" universe, with a bit of mystery and a whole lot of cuteness for good measure, check out this three-volume series!

If you're interested in taboo age-gap love stories with a bit of a dark tone, Goodbye My Accomplice is the perfect choice for you. Hajime is the gifted and polite son of a famous car manufacturer, but for as many awards and as much money as he's had heaped on him his whole life he's known nothing but loneliness. His peers keep him at an arms length, and his teachers soullessly pamper and dote on him, all to make sure they don't cross his father. When he meets a middle-aged man named Hirose squatting in an abandoned apartment complex, he may have found a criminal (who's to say?) but he's also finally found a companion who treats him like a normal human being. As they get closer he finds himself romantically drawn to Hirose, who tries not to let his own feelings get the best of him as he becomes attracted to a boy much younger and much less jaded by the world. So what is he to do when Hajime announces he wants to run away with him? Goodbye My Accomplice is a brilliant slow-burn romance that deals with isolation and social pressure to always play the part assigned to you. Mixed with Ito Agata's lovely, expressive artwork, it's a joy to read even if it can be a bit hard-hitting at times, and she makes she to include just enough sensuality and comedy to lighten the mood when necessary.

Well, I guess I'm a masochist now. This series does things to you...
Minato Kashiwagi might seem like a successful, career driven office worker on the outside, but she's got something else going on underneath. With an eye for spotting masochistic guys, Minato is the dominatrix of the office with more than a few men under her thumb. The young, new intern in the office, Towa, seems like he'd be a nice addition to her collection, and she goes in for the kill at his welcome party. It turns out though that this weak looking newbie is quite the wolf in sheep's clothing, and it looks like it's finally Minato's turn to be dominated!
Towa is clearly an expert when it comes to teasing and tempting, and what really got me about this series was how I felt like he wasn't just toying with Minato but toying with me, too. Sometimes he'd just stop in the middle of the hot action and instead of feeling disappointed, I found myself flicking through for my next fix. This is honestly one of the hottest manga I've read in a while and with nice art and some fun little story twists to back it up, I can't recommend this series enough!

Oh, what a wild ride this story was! Kimberly and Luciano met in Brazil 7 years ago, and after a short fling they broke up when Kimberly discovered he was seeing other women. However, she later discovered she was pregnant with his child, but he wouldn't give her the time of day to explain the situation. Seven years later, Kimberly receives a threatening letter demanding five million dollars, or the mysterious sender will kidnap her young son. Despite keeping the father's identity secret, the culprit knows that it is Luciano, an extremely wealthy businessman in Brazil. Kimberly travels to Brazil from England to see Luciano and ask for help, finally revealing that they have a child together. Luciano, however, thinks it's a scam and she's just after his money. Finally, he agrees to help, but on one condition; Kimberly must stay with him on a secluded island for two weeks! You can imagine what they'll be up to. She says she'll do anything for her son, but will she do that? You'll have to check it out to find out, but I'm confident it will be worth your time. This story has a lot of depth to it, and I found it to be a very enjoyable read. I'm sure you will, too!

Are you buckled up nice and tight? Because it's time for a school feels trip! Right off the bat, our story starts in unhappy circumstances, with our heroine, Yuki, coming back to her countryside hometown after getting her teaching license in Tokyo. However, this isn't a friendly call. She's here to mourn the sudden loss of her high school teacher, Mr. Tsuda, who passed away in a car accident. But, Mr. Tsuda left quite an impression on Yuki. Throughout high school, she could barely hold back her crush on him, and he was her reason to want to become a teacher in the first place. And, he also left behind a son, Ritsu, who looks exactly like his father. Ritsu had lost his mother at an even younger age, and now that he's going into high school, he finds himself drawn to Yuki the same way she was drawn to his father. This story is great at showing various reactions to trauma, from Yuki's outward expression of grief to Ritsu becoming more and more emotionally withdrawn. As the story goes on and jumps through different periods, we see how these two characters' paths parallel each other, and diverge over time. If you're looking for a beautifully drawn story perfect for a melancholy rainy day, look no further than "Spring Snow Doesn't Melt."

The Warmth of Those Left Waiting is an incredibly sweet, simple story about two lonely young men finding each other. Suu is from an aristocratic family in the capital, and has never known what it's like to long for anything. He's constantly obedient to his family, and knows little about society and how to socialize, so he's sent to stay with a scholar who'll teach him the ways of the world. Ahn, on the other hand, was orphaned at a young age and spends his days working to support himself. When he delivers goods to Suu's household, Suu's teacher sees it as an opportunity to introduce him to someone his same age to improve his social skills. The two quickly grow close, and develop unexpectedly intense feelings for each other. The story itself is very simple, only grazing the surface of the deeper loneliness both boys have suffered. But I feel that's the appeal?sometimes you just want to read something gentle and easy and fluffy, and this story very much delivers on that front. Mayama's art is lovely, and both Suu and Ahn are such sweet characters that it's hard to not feel touched by their love for each other. The story also has a nice historical setting which adds to the fantastically gentle themes and atmosphere.

It's got humor, drama, great characters, and hot (consensual!) sexy times. "An Extramarital Quartet -The Detective and the Wife-" really has the whole package and is for sure one of best mature romance manga I've read.
Not long after marrying a handsome doctor, Mika Asukai has already found herself hiring a private detective... but she doesn't want him to investigate her husband. No, she wants him to sleep with her! But, why on Earth would she want that!? Well that's where the story get's interesting...
You can't say too much about the plot of this series without spoiling it, but hopefully the promise of very twisty twists is enough for you to give it a chance!
Our detective Rei is simultaneously a genius and a loveable dope, and Mika is just the sweetest girl who you can't help but root for. Even the "bad guys" in the series are relatable and come off more as screw-ups than bad people, making the whole story feel very human.
The steamy sex scenes are really just the icing on the cake here.