隣のステラ [Tonari no Stella] Series by Ammitsu

What do you do when your best friend (and secret crush) becomes a national sweetheart? This story of unrequited love between a girl and her best friend, whose acting career is pulling him further and further away, is perfect for fans of In the Clear Moonlit Dusk and Kimi ni Todoke.Chiaki is a pretty normal teenage girl... moreWhat do you do when your best friend (and secret crush) becomes a national sweetheart? This story of unrequited love between a girl and her best friend, whose acting career is pulling him further and further away, is perfect for fans of In the Clear Moonlit Dusk and Kimi ni Todoke.Chiaki is a pretty normal teenage girl. Since they were kids, she’s had a thing for her best friend Subaru–who’s fast becoming the hottest young actor in Japan! With Subaru threatening to slip away, Chiaki has a decision to make: Will she finally take her shot, or give Subaru up to his adoring public? less

Despite her best efforts, Chiaki continues to find herself teetering on the edge of telling Subaru how she really feels. A particularly close call at their seaside photoshoot has Chiaki in knots. Meanwhile, Subaru continues his climb up the stardom ladder, and his latest role could very well tip the scale of Chiaki's delicately balanced patience…