Despite the many flaws of this novel; the constant xenophobia, the racism and the *nc*st this still managed to be one of the better written novels on the site, IF you manage to look past it. To a fellow reader looking to pick this up I would absolutely recommend it if you want a kingdom building power fantasy novel. If thats not your cup of tea and you think this will change your opinion... it probably wont... it might even make it worse.Also ignoring the morality the relationships are very well written so props to the author for that.
My first review~! (I'm surprised no one hasn't reviewed this manga yet)
I'm going to review the entire series, the Warui Koto Shitai Series.
The story is pretty standard BL/Yaoi fare. BUT... the characters and art are just sooooooo adorable that I honestly don't mind. Truly, I adore the whole series.
The series features three couples, with Mikado and Towa as the main pairing.
Here's a chronological list of the titles:
Volume 1: Warui Koto Shitai (Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 2: Waruiko Demo Ii? (Sequel to Warui Koto Shitai - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 3: Kirai Ja Nai Kedo (Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura + Side Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 4: Koi Ja Nai Kedo (Sequel to Kirai Ja Nai Kedo - Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura + Side Pairing: Mikado x Towa - Includes oneshot - Warui Koto Bakkashite Gomennasai)
Volume 5: Warui Yatsu Demo Ii (Sequel to Waruiko Demo Ii - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 6: Mujihi na Otoko (Pairing: Kuon x Nanao)
Volume 7: Warui Koibito ja Dame? (Sequel to Warui Yatsu Demo Ii - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 8: Kare Ja Nai Kedo (Sequel to Koi Ja Nai Kedo - Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura)
Volume 9: Mujihi na Anata (Sequel to Mujihi na Otoko - Pairing: Kuon x Nanao)
Volume 10: Sunao Ja Nai Kedo (Sequel to Kare Ja Nai Kedo - Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura)
Volume 11: Mujihi na Karada (Sequel to Mujihi na Anata - Pairing: Kuon x Nanao)
Volume 12: Warui Ouji Demo Suki (Sequel to Warui Koibito ja Dame? - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 13: Shouwaru Ookami ga Koi wo Shita Rashii (Spin-off - Pairing: Akagi x Kousaka)
I think I've covered the key points (and the titles I've read so far). Anyway, this series really stole my heart. Initially, I wasn't keen on reading it because I was confused by all the titles, sequels, prequels, etc. Thankfully, I managed to find the chronological order and started reading. Sure, it's a typical boys love/yaoi story, but somewhere along the way, you'll definitely fall in love with the story because it's just too cute. Especially the art. The art is absolutely stunning, making me even want to steal Towa's seme, Mikado. Hahaha
The other pairings, Shinonome x Yuki and Kuon x Nanao, are also among my favorites!! This is the only series where I've come to love ALL the pairings so much.
For instance, take the manga Junjou Romantica. I adore that manga, but I only really love Usagi x Misaki. Don't get me wrong, I like the other pairings there too, but they're just not my favorites.
So, reading the whole series will enhance your enjoyment of the manga.
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I'm going to review the entire series, the Warui Koto Shitai Series.
The story is pretty standard BL/Yaoi fare. BUT... the characters and art are just sooooooo adorable that I honestly don't mind. Truly, I adore the whole series.
The series features three couples, with Mikado and Towa as the main pairing.
Here's a chronological list of the titles:
Volume 1: Warui Koto Shitai (Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 2: Waruiko Demo Ii? (Sequel to Warui Koto Shitai - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 3: Kirai Ja Nai Kedo (Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura + Side Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 4: Koi Ja Nai Kedo (Sequel to Kirai Ja Nai Kedo - Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura + Side Pairing: Mikado x Towa - Includes oneshot - Warui Koto Bakkashite Gomennasai)
Volume 5: Warui Yatsu Demo Ii (Sequel to Waruiko Demo Ii - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 6: Mujihi na Otoko (Pairing: Kuon x Nanao)
Volume 7: Warui Koibito ja Dame? (Sequel to Warui Yatsu Demo Ii - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 8: Kare Ja Nai Kedo (Sequel to Koi Ja Nai Kedo - Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura)
Volume 9: Mujihi na Anata (Sequel to Mujihi na Otoko - Pairing: Kuon x Nanao)
Volume 10: Sunao Ja Nai Kedo (Sequel to Kare Ja Nai Kedo - Pairing: Shinonome x Yukimura)
Volume 11: Mujihi na Karada (Sequel to Mujihi na Anata - Pairing: Kuon x Nanao)
Volume 12: Warui Ouji Demo Suki (Sequel to Warui Koibito ja Dame? - Pairing: Mikado x Towa)
Volume 13: Shouwaru Ookami ga Koi wo Shita Rashii (Spin-off - Pairing: Akagi x Kousaka)
I think I've covered the key points (and the titles I've read so far). Anyway, this series really stole my heart. Initially, I wasn't keen on reading it because I was confused by all the titles, sequels, prequels, etc. Thankfully, I managed to find the chronological order and started reading. Sure, it's a typical boys love/yaoi story, but somewhere along the way, you'll definitely fall in love with the story because it's just too cute. Especially the art. The art is absolutely stunning, making me even want to steal Towa's seme, Mikado. Hahaha
The other pairings, Shinonome x Yuki and Kuon x Nanao, are also among my favorites!! This is the only series where I've come to love ALL the pairings so much.
For instance, take the manga Junjou Romantica. I adore that manga, but I only really love Usagi x Misaki. Don't get me wrong, I like the other pairings there too, but they're just not my favorites.
So, reading the whole series will enhance your enjoyment of the manga.
Hope this helps you.