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Ouran High School Host Club, Vol. 10 by Bisco Hatori
Ever since the day he helped her up after a nasty tumble, Black Magic Club member Reiko Kanazuki has been obsessed with Hunny. She is devoting all her knowledge of the dark arts to curse him and steal his soul. Will the sweetest member of the Host Club fall victim to her spells?Categorized as:
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![Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys, Ruta Sepetysová]()
Salt to the Sea by Ruta Sepetys, Ruta Sepetysová
Rated: 4.35 of 5 stars · 70 ratingsWhile the Titanic and Lusitania are both well-documented disasters, the single greatest tragedy in maritime history is the little-known January 30, 1945 sinking in the Baltic Sea by a Soviet submarine of the Wilhelm Gustloff, a German cruise liner that was supposed to ferry wartime personnel and refugees to safety from the advancing Red Army... -
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![Ao Haru Ride, Vol. 4 by Io Sakisaka, 咲坂伊緒]()
Ao Haru Ride, Vol. 4 by Io Sakisaka, 咲坂伊緒
Rated: 4.39 of 5 stars · 37 ratingsThe popular shojo manga series that was adapted into the Blue Spring Ride anime! Futaba Yoshioka thought all boys were loud and obnoxious until she met Kou Tanaka in junior high. But as soon as she realized she really liked him, he had already moved away because of family issues...Categorized as:
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![My Dress-Up Darling, Vol. 7 by Shinichi Fukuda]()
My Dress-Up Darling, Vol. 7 by Shinichi Fukuda
Rated: 4.37 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsA loner boy and a flashy girl find common ground via cosplay in this sweet and spicy romcom! Marin's bestie and Wakana's classmate Nowa might seem a little flaky, but the girl has some serious instinct when love is in the air! When she tosses out a bombshell at karaoke by flatly asking Marin and Wakana if they're an item, it sends the two running! But before long, it's cosplay over love, as the...Categorized as:
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![In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, Vol. 3 by Mika Yamamori]()
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, Vol. 3 by Mika Yamamori
Yoi Takiguchi is a girl who's called a "prince" because of her beautiful appearance and the stylish way she carries herself. She meets Ichimura-sempai, who is also called a prince at her school and somehow they start a trial relationship... -
![The Only Alien on the Planet by Kristen D. Randle]()
The Only Alien on the Planet by Kristen D. Randle
New town, new school, new friends. It was difficult for Ginny at first, but her senior year is finally starting to feel kind of normal. That is, until she sees him--the beautiful mystery in her English class. He has never spoken a word to anyone. He moves through each day at school without making eye contact. His name is Smitty Tibbs, but everyone calls him the Alien... -
![In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 5 by Mika Yamamori]()
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 5 by Mika Yamamori
After a tumultuous trial period, Yoi and Ichimura-sempai finally pour their hearts out at the summer festival, and the two officially start going out. It's uncharted waters now for both teenagers, and while Yoi insists on keeping things at a measured pace, Ichimura-sempai is about ready to dive in headfirst... -
![In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 7 by Mika Yamamori]()
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 7 by Mika Yamamori
Swept up by the throes of summer vacation, Ohji finally finds the courage to tell Yoi how he feels. Yoi's affection for Kohaku remains firm in spite of this, but just as things seem to heat up between the young couple, an ill-timed miscommunication has them reeling. As they stumble through many firsts in their romance, can they overcome this latest obstacle…? -
![In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 4 by Mika Yamamori]()
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 4 by Mika Yamamori
Yoi and Ichimura-sempai's experimental dating relationship continues in full swing. Although hesitant at first, Yoi is flustered as she notices her feelings for him develop over time. Meanwhile, it seems Yoi holds a special place in Ichimura-sempai's heart as well, as he gets jealous over a new “prince” working at her part-time job... -
![Say I Love You, Vol. 1 by Kanae Hazuki]()
Say I Love You, Vol. 1 by Kanae Hazuki
Rated: 4.23 of 5 stars · 43 ratingsFRIENDSHIP? FORGET IT! Mei Tachibana has no friends-and she doesn't need them! Ever since her "friends" betrayed her in elementary school, she's sworn off friendship entirely. All it leads to is betrayal and heartbreak, and she's well enough on her own...Categorized as:
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![In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, Vol. 1 by Mika Yamamori]()
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, Vol. 1 by Mika Yamamori
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 33 ratingsYoi Takiguchi has long legs, a deep voice, and a handsome face. .. in other words, Yoi is such a good-looking guy that most people don't notice or care that she is, in fact, a girl. Indeed, she's had the nickname "Prince" as long as she can remember. That is, until she met Ichimura-senpai. .. the only person who's really seemed to see her for herself... -
![Strobe Edge, Vol. 6 by Io Sakisaka]()
Strobe Edge, Vol. 6 by Io Sakisaka
Ren's girlfriend Mayuka takes Ren's feelings for Ninako into consideration and moreover accepts the way she has changed and broke up with Ren, who had been fixated on the promise they made when they were young. Ren continues to reject the confession of girls one after another by elling them that he doesn' intend to get out with anyone at the moment...Categorized as:
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![Takane & Hana, Vol. 10 by Yuki Shiwasu]()
Takane & Hana, Vol. 10 by Yuki Shiwasu
When Hana’s childhood friend Okamon confesses that he’s in love with her, Hana goes into a total panic! Can she possibly return his feelings? And once Takane finds out, all bets are off on how he’ll react to the news!Categorized as:
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![Takane & Hana, Vol. 7 by Yuki Shiwasu]()
Takane & Hana, Vol. 7 by Yuki Shiwasu
Stripped of his wealth and now penniless, Takane has to learn to cope with being poor. He refuses any help from Hana, but she isn’t about to let him brush her off! Takane is as difficult as ever, but Hana sticks by him. Will she finally admit she has feelings for him?Categorized as:
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![In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, Vol. 2 by Mika Yamamori]()
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk, Vol. 2 by Mika Yamamori
Rated: 4.25 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsYoi Takiguchi is a girl who's called a "prince" because of her beautiful appearance and the stylish way she carries herself. She had mixed feelings about longing to be like a shojo manga hero. That's when she meets Ichimura-sempai, who is also called a "prince... -
![Daytime Shooting Star, Vol. 1 by Mika Yamamori]()
Daytime Shooting Star, Vol. 1 by Mika Yamamori
Rated: 4.22 of 5 stars · 36 ratingsAfter arriving in Tokyo to live with her uncle, Suzume collapses in a nearby park when she remembers once seeing a shooting star during the day. A handsome stranger brings her to her new home and tells her they’ll meet again. Suzume starts her first day at her new high school sitting next to a boy who blushes furiously at her touch...Categorized as:
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![Strobe Edge, Vol. 7 by Io Sakisaka]()
Strobe Edge, Vol. 7 by Io Sakisaka
Being juniors in highschool now, Ninako, Ren and Andou are in the same class They're going to a field trip. Ninako, Ren, Ninako's friend Sayuri dan Ren's friend Yuutarou are in the same group. Ninako can't get closer to Ren because their relationship mow is "just friend". Sayuri and Yuutarou, however, seem to have had something between them in their past...Categorized as:
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![See Me by Tella Alvarez]()
See Me by Tella Alvarez
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsSee Me by Tella Alvarez. The viral slow-burn romance that will break you—and heal you. Some scars are invisible. Some love stories demand to be seen. Booktok Sensation. Emotional and heart-wrenching. Protective hero. Hurt/comfort. Second chances. Slow burn. Content This book contains themes of sexual assault, suicidal thoughts, depression, and violence. Reader discretion is advised... -
![See Me by Tella Alvarez]()
See Me by Tella Alvarez
Rated: 4.47 of 5 stars · 14 ratingsSeren is beginning to lose herself to her own mind, and she knows it. From the outside, you could never tell. She's beautiful, smart, popular. After she's assaulted by someone she once trusted, she begins to fall deeper into the depths of her depression. Her own friends are oblivious to her struggles, except one. If you could even call him a friend... -
![A Condition Called Love, Vol. 7 by Megumi Morino]()
A Condition Called Love, Vol. 7 by Megumi Morino
Hotaru and Hananoi-kun have been together for half a year now. With every passing day, they grow that much closer. .. and the first summer break of their relationship is right around the corner! Hotaru decides it's time to work on her appearance if she wants to be a good girlfriend for Hananoi-kun. . -
![Takane & Hana, Vol. 8 by Yuki Shiwasu]()
Takane & Hana, Vol. 8 by Yuki Shiwasu
Valentine’s Day rolls around, and Hana wonders what she should give Takane even as she struggles to hide her feelings from him. Meanwhile, Hana’s father poses a question to Takane—exactly how long is he planning to continue his arranged marriage relationship with Hana?Categorized as:
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![The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks]()
The Lucky One by Nicholas Sparks
Rated: 4.13 of 5 stars · 70 ratingsA U. S. Marine's brush with death leads him to the love of his life in this New York Times bestseller of destiny, luck, and the redemptive power of romance. After U. S. Marine Logan Thibault finds a photograph of a smiling young woman buried in the dirt during his tour of duty in Iraq, he experiences a sudden streak of luck -- winning poker games and even surviving deadly combat. -
![In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 6 by Mika Yamamori]()
In the Clear Moonlit Dusk Vol. 6 by Mika Yamamori
Though the trial period is over, Yoi and Ichimura-sempai realize that navigating their new relationship will be no easy task. Their friend trip to Kobe reveals they still have a lot of work to do when it comes to being able to voice their own desires while being understanding of their partner's... -
![A Condition Called Love, Vol. 6 by Megumi Morino]()
A Condition Called Love, Vol. 6 by Megumi Morino
Hananoi and Hotaru have finally enjoyed their first kiss. While Hananoi waxes nostalgic about a "friend" from grade school, the floored Hotaru resolves to make him happier than ever. They both promise to become an even better couple, and more and more people are starting to gather around them. . -
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![Cheeky Brat, Vol. 5 by Mitsubachi Miyuki]()
Cheeky Brat, Vol. 5 by Mitsubachi Miyuki
Training camp, or their “three day sleepover” as Naruse calls it, is one massive headache for Yuki. Whether it’s a secret meeting on the veranda, a surprise encounter in the bath, or a shocking announcement in front of their teammates—it's like Naruse’s trying to give her a heart attack! Can he just stop being such an annoying, overgrown brat already? ! -
![A Condition Called Love, Vol. 4 by Megumi Morino]()
A Condition Called Love, Vol. 4 by Megumi Morino
Hananoi-kun and Hotaru's trial run is over. They're officially boyfriend and girlfriend now! Their first official date leaves Hananoi-kun determined to tell Hotaru how he really feels. .. but before he can, she's got a surprising request for him! -
![A Condition Called Love, Vol. 3 by Megumi Morino]()
A Condition Called Love, Vol. 3 by Megumi Morino
Hotaru finally realizes she loves Hananoi-kun. Now she's got to find a way to tell him how she feels! There's just one problem: she's got a new coworker…Yao-kun, her old friend from elementary school! Memories of childhood trauma come rushing back…and Hotaru knows that she's going to have to face them if she ever wants to know what it's like to be in love. -
![Takane & Hana, Vol. 3 by Yuki Shiwasu]()
Takane & Hana, Vol. 3 by Yuki Shiwasu
After her older sister refuses to go to an arranged marriage meeting with Takane Saibara, the heir to a vast business fortune, high schooler Hana Nonomura agrees to be her stand-in to save face for the family...Categorized as:
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![A Condition Called Love, Vol. 5 by Megumi Morino, 森野萌]()
A Condition Called Love, Vol. 5 by Megumi Morino, 森野萌
Hotaru Hinase and her boyfriend, Hananoi-kun, prepare for the beginning of their second year of high school. .. and their feelings for each other grow stronger by the day. Just as Hananoi-kun begins to show signs that he's ready to come out of his shell, Yao-kun, his rival in love, discovers his secret. .. and he's determined to make him come clean to Hotaru. -
![A Condition Called Love, Vol. 2 by Megumi Morino]()
A Condition Called Love, Vol. 2 by Megumi Morino
Hotaru is a 16-year-old high school first-year who has always been ambivalent about love. .. but somehow or another, she's found herself going out with Hananoi-kun, the pretty boy from the class down the hall who, as it turns out, is a little too romantic for his own good... -
![That Summer by Jillian Dodd]()
That Summer by Jillian Dodd
Rated: 4.26 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsDevaney Diamond’s summer break was shaping up to be the best one ever. Her longtime crush was finally interested in her, and by the time school rolled around in the fall, she knew he’d be her boyfriend...Categorized as:
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![Takane & Hana, Vol. 4 by Yuki Shiwasu]()
Takane & Hana, Vol. 4 by Yuki Shiwasu
Summer’s out, but Takane is so busy with work that he doesn’t have much time to spend with Hana! Enter Takane’s new assistant, Eiji Kirigasaki, an efficient helper who gains Takane’s trust and allows Takane to have more free time. Despite all the support he’s providing, however, Kirigasaki might have an ulterior motive that could lead to Takane’s downfall!Categorized as:
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![Takane & Hana, Vol. 2 by Yuki Shiwasu]()
Takane & Hana, Vol. 2 by Yuki Shiwasu
Hana has to continue to pretend to be her sister after Takane’s grandfather expresses his desire to meet Takane’s prospective marriage partner! But Hana’s totally out of her element at a party hosted by the Takaba Group, the largest conglomerate in Japan! Just how the heck is she supposed to pull this off? !Categorized as:
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![Takane & Hana, Vol. 11 by Yuki Shiwasu]()
Takane & Hana, Vol. 11 by Yuki Shiwasu
Takane gives Hana a surprise kiss on the nose, and now a flustered Hana is dying to know what it means! Meanwhile, Takane’s cousin Yakumo wants to be reacquainted with Takane, but there’s an ominous vibe about him… What exactly is he after?Categorized as:
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![Where You See Yourself by Claire Forrest]()
Where You See Yourself by Claire Forrest
Rated: 4.27 of 5 stars · 16 ratingsWhere You See Yourself combines an unforgettable coming-of-age tale, a swoon-worthy romance, and much-needed disability representation in this story about a girl who's determined to follow her dreams...Categorized as:
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![A Condition Called Love, Vol. 8 by Megumi Morino]()
A Condition Called Love, Vol. 8 by Megumi Morino
As they begin their first summer break since getting together, Hotaru and Hananoi-kun vow to experience even more "firsts" together! But all their plans are derailed when Hananoi-kun's father suddenly returns from overseas! Then, Yao-kun finally admits to his feelings for Hotaru. .. just in time for the two of them to have an intimate moment at the summer festival! -
![Runaways by Nicole Dykes]()
Runaways by Nicole Dykes
Rated: 4.40 of 5 stars · 10 ratingsRunaways . . . You’ve heard about kids running away, but do we ever truly know why they run? Rae and Law had no choice. Forced to run when life let them down, when it was either leave or be subjected to an unimaginable fate. Can they survive? Two young people, completely alone on the streets with nothing but each other. This is their story...Categorized as:
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![The Lyon Trilogy by Jordan Silver]()
The Lyon Trilogy by Jordan Silver
Rated: 4.21 of 5 stars · 19 ratingsThis bundle includes the following novels:. Lyon's Crew: Colton Lyon is the tattooed, pierced (with an Apadravya) leader of a bike crew. His wealthy background and bad boy good looks makes him every young girl's fantasy but Lyon has sworn off women...Categorized as:
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![How to Ruin Your Boyfriend's Reputation by Simone Elkeles]()
How to Ruin Your Boyfriend's Reputation by Simone Elkeles
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 31 ratingsAmy Nelson-Barak, 17, is back in this third installment about a Jewish-American teen learning how to live and love in peace. She signs up for 10 days of training with the Israel Defense Force as soon as she finds out that her long-distance boyfriend, Avi, will be on base as well. But things turn out to be different from what she'd hoped for... -
![L-DK, Vol. 08 by Ayu Watanabe]()
L-DK, Vol. 08 by Ayu Watanabe
人気爆発！！ 美少年とひとつ屋根の下青春ラブ. 葵と柊聖の恋が新たなステージに！ ここからが本当のラブ（L）同（D）居（K)だッ！！. 亘に背中を押され、もう一度柊聖と向き合う決意をした葵。そんな葵を待ち受けていたのは新たなラブ同居……！？. 柊聖の秘密の過去も明らかに！？. ドキドキが止まらない、ひとつ屋根の下 青春ラブストーリー第8巻。.Categorized as:
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![Glasses with a Chance of Delinquent Vol. 2 by Naruki]()
Glasses with a Chance of Delinquent Vol. 2 by Naruki
NOT LIKE THE OTHER GUYSMomose, who hates delinquents, somehow ended up dating the ex-delinquent, Ichikura. Momose isn't sure if Ichikura-kun actually likes her or if he's just dating her so she won't blab about his past, but she becomes more and more attracted to him as they spend time together. She even sees that he has a kind side to him... -
![SEALs of Winter: A military romance superbundle by Cora Seton, Elle Kennedy]()
SEALs of Winter: A military romance superbundle by Cora Seton, Elle Kennedy
Rated: 4.29 of 5 stars · 11 ratingsNine alpha Navy SEAL romance heroes from your favorite NYT & USA Today bestselling authors. Brand new Christmas military romances from Cora Seton, Elle Kennedy, Jennifer Lowery, Elle James, Anne Marsh, S. M. Butler, Delilah Devlin, Kimberley Troutte, and Zoe York! Sequel to the NYT and USA bestselling SEALs of Summer boxed set... -
![Break Away by Ellie Grace]()
Break Away by Ellie Grace
Rated: 4.11 of 5 stars · 27 ratingsWhen Olivia Mason catches her fiancé cheating, her life gets turned upside down. With no family and no real place to call home, she heads south for a fresh start in Charleston, South Carolina. Determined to gain her own independence and protect her heart, the last thing she needs is a sexy, tattoo-covered guy to cross her path and test her resolve...Categorized as:
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![Glasses with a Chance of Delinquent Vol. 3 by Naruki]()
Glasses with a Chance of Delinquent Vol. 3 by Naruki
KEEPING SECRETS JUST TO KEEP YOUMomose should hate delinquents, but she can't stop her heart from pounding from when she's with Ichikura. She becomes even more determined to keep his wild past a secret, but that becomes a lot harder when a new transfer student appears who knows all about Ichikura! Can Momose and Ichikura's budding relationship survive all the secrets and subterfuge? -
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![L-DK, Vol. 04 by Ayu Watanabe]()
L-DK, Vol. 04 by Ayu Watanabe
美少年・柊聖（別フレキャラ人気投票第1位[男の子部門]）のお仕置きがカゲキに加速！ラブ・同居ストーリー連発するドキドキのハプニングとワクワク＆スリリングな夏のイベントで、いつもより少しだけ近く感じてしまう柊聖との距離。アツすぎる2人の同居生活に、葵のままならぬ恋の行方は……？とまどい揺れる、ひとつ屋根の下・青春ラブストーリー第4巻。. -
![Wolf Girl and Black Prince, Vol. 4 by Ayuko Hatta]()
Wolf Girl and Black Prince, Vol. 4 by Ayuko Hatta
When Kyoya learns Erika gifted Kusakabe the same sweet she made for him, he loses it—and the pair’s days as a pretend couple are over! Complicating matters, Kusakabe asks Erika out for White Day. But is Erika truly ready to drop Kyoya for good?Categorized as:
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![L-DK, Vol. 05 by Ayu Watanabe]()
L-DK, Vol. 05 by Ayu Watanabe
電撃ヒット ラブ・同居に大異変！！ 美少年とひとつ屋根の下SEXYラブ 新たなイケメン入居！！. 柊聖にひそかに恋心を抱く葵は、自分の想いを柊聖に伝えたらこの生活が終わってしまう……と悩む毎日。そんな中、同じ高校の新しい住人・亘が引っ越してきて2人の秘密のラブ・同居生活に大きな変化が……！？ とまどい揺れる、ひとつ屋根の下・青春ラブストーリー第5巻。. -
![The Good Girl & the Bad Boy by M.L. Collins]()
The Good Girl & the Bad Boy by M.L. Collins
Rated: 4.18 of 5 stars · 15 ratingsWhat happens when Jackson High’s Good Girl and Bad Boy are forced to work together? I’ll tell you:. I destroy his guitar. (Accidentally! ). He uses my guilt to trick me into doing his work. For three weeks! Until I find out he lied. Oh, heck no. This bad boy has crossed the wrong girl. I call him out on it. In front of the whole school. Check mate, bad boy. “It feels good to be bad,” he whispers...Categorized as:
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![L-DK, Vol. 03 by Ayu Watanabe]()
L-DK, Vol. 03 by Ayu Watanabe
超ヒット！ラブ・同居ストーリー修学旅行で葵と柊聖が大接近！2人に迫るキケンなオトナも登場同居・延長！！柊聖への想いに気づいた葵の恋は長期戦に――。そんな2人の毎日は、周囲に振り回されて混線模様……！？とまどい揺れる、ひとつ屋根の下。青春ラブストーリー第3巻。. -
![Make Mine A Ranger by Kate Aster]()
Make Mine A Ranger by Kate Aster
Rated: 4.15 of 5 stars · 17 ratingsIt's not him. It can't be him. .. ". 24-year-old Bess Foster has a three-year-old daughter she cherishes. .. friends she adores. .. and an Army Ranger she's been fantasizing about for nearly four years. But she also has a past that haunts her: an abusive ex-boyfriend she fled to protect her child. She thought she was free of him. .. till she saw his face again...
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