Despite being born to a wealthy Greek family, Alesia lived a humble life with her mother after her ruthless grandfather banished them from the family. Then, for the first time in 15 years, Alesia is summoned by her grandfather only to be told he has chosen a man to whom she must marry. He demands she marry Sebastien Fiorukis, the eldest son of another wealthy Greek family. The two families have been feuding for two generations, so what could her grandfather be scheming? But if she accepts this proposal, her ill mother will be saved. Alesia reluctantly agrees, but she didn't know how her new fiancé would treat her...

Haruna Wakakusa and Yamada become friends after she saves him several times from her boyfriend's constant bullying. Through him she gets to know Kozue Yoshikawa, a fellow student who also models professionally. The three emotionally stunted teens' lives briefly yet intensely intertwine for one semester before splintering from the aftereffects of one disastrous night. For both Wakakusa and Yamada, their emotional awakening fosters an unlikely friendship between the two battered souls.

A letter comes to the three Kohda sisters in Kamakura, bringing the news of their father's death. A father they hadn't seen since he divorced and left home 15 years ago. Despite feeling indifferent about their father, Yoshino, the middle of the three, and Chika, the youngest, go to Yamagata to attend his funeral on oldest sister Sachi's request. There, they meet Suzu, their young and reliable half sister. Umimachi Diary won the Excellence Prize for manga at the 2007 Japan Media Arts Festival Awards. It was also nominated for the 1st Manga Taisho, where it came in 3rd place, for the 12th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize, where it came in 2nd place, and for the 13th Tezuka Osamu Cultural Prize.

from fictiondb: Handsome, eligible ranch owner Stuart York was not one to mince words. Ivy Conley, his younger sister's best friend, found out the hard way. During a night's stay at his Jacobsville ranch, Ivy wound up in Stuart's arms. The resulting fireworks singed them both...and knowing she was too young, Stuart closed his heart to her. Now, years later, Ivy is determined not to be treated like a little girl anymore. Although still an innocent, Ivy knows she has to fight her own battles, but for some reason Stuart is always fighting them for her, and keeping her from harm. And, safe in Stuart's arms, Ivy feels like a woman--a woman who belongs to him.

Lucy never thought that covering for a coworker would change her life, but that night she would meet Rafi, a wealthy prince from a small country near the Ural Mountains. From the moment they met, Lucy knew Rafi was the man for her. Before long Lucy was pregnant, and Rafi, intending to do the right thing, took her to his home country to marry her. But soon after their marriage, everything changed—Rafi became as cold as ice. Trapped in a loveless marriage in a country where she doesn’t know the language or the customs, Lucy is unsure what to do. Will things get better for her, or will she be forever stuck in a cold, loveless marriage?

Love is hard, even for grown-ups. After a heart-wrenching breakup, Chorong decides to chase her dreams. Three long years of studying for the civil service exam finally come to fruition her new life is just starting now! But her new workplace brings about an unexpected reunionUs On That Day,Us That Day, mangabuddy is a website dedicated to fans of anime, , , , video games, and cosplay. Where you may find all of your anime-related memes, recommendations, reviews, manga recommendations, character fanfiction, favorite quotations, and simply those ordinary anime things that you enjoy, particularly memes.You can , online for free at mangabuddy. Chapters are updated hourly with high-quality graphics and a full English translation. Find free translations of your favorite , and . The latest updated content on mangabuddy is now available.

"If you wish, I don’t mind dying." The tyrant Ludwig Magenta has met his end at the hands of Empress Olive Charlotte. The moment he accepted death, he opened his eyes in the garden where he first met her at the age of twelve. If he starts again from the beginning, can he change his tragic life? Only time will tell if Ludwig’s quest for Olive’s love will succeed.

from fictiondb: At his beck and call -- day and night! Kane Lindley is a regular customer at the restaurant where Shannon works. When an incident results in her getting the sack, Kane comes to the rescue and offers her a job! As well as being his secretary, Shannon also finds herself caring for his young daughter. In fact, he even persuades her to move into his home! But all the while Shannon is fighting her attraction to her boss, playing the part of a responsible, diligent employee -- until Kane propositions her, daring her to act on the overwhelming attraction between them.... Nine to Five

A cyber-punkish collection of stories revolving around the theme of the "DOLL." 1. Keep Those Condoms Away From Our Kids The tale of boys and girls who have lost their sexual desire. Mihara Mitsukazu's debut work. 2. The Iron Maiden The tale of the strain a girl experiences from having grown up in a home without love. 3. The Sunflower Quality Of An Integrated Circuit Vanilla is a robot made by the SG Company. She's loaded with all the latest functions and completely subserviant to humans. And you even have the separate option of upgrading her to a lover robot. One Vanilla is a maidroid in the home of an elderly master and his younger wife. The atmosphere in the house is cold and stiff because the wife is having an affair with a younger man. The lonely master comes to look upon Vanilla as his own dear child. He suggests that when the sunflowers bloom, they go outside together to watch them. "Is that a command, sir?" asks Vanilla. "It is not a command," he replies. "It is a promise." And so forms the piercing and painful integrated circuit--the alternating current of intercourse--between a lonely old man and the emotionless Vanilla. 4. The Other Side of the Rose Wire What was the thing a girl like an angel endlessly carried? 5. Fish Out of Water A girl who lost her memories when she was dragged into a llake with her suicidal mother... awakens from her dream. 6. Mister Mineral Inside the body of a cute girl who's just like a doll... are internal organs, and blood, and... 7. Alive The sad tale of a human and a clone who pass right by each other.

Midori is a former psychologist, and for some reason quits and opens the "Heartful Store" on Goldenrod Hill. Many local women, weary of their everyday routine, consult her and find peace.

Masahiro, the delinquent son of a Yakuza leader, and Tsubaki, a famous trans make-up artist, are in a long-distance Osaka-to-Tokyo relationship. However, Masahiro’s younger brother and Tsubaki’s supporter go in between them. Because of this, Masahiro begins to feel inferior to Tsubaki and worries if it’s okay for him to stay as he is...?!

BEDDED, OR WEDDED? Lissa works hard without a moment's rest to save money for one purpose... At the casino where she works, wearing flashy clothes and heavy makeup to hide who she truly is, she is approached by the dazzlingly attractive Xavier. He seems to have a keen interest in Lissa, acting like a true gentleman by escorting her home and even asking her to meet him for dinner. Although she cannot trust him, she cannot help being powerfully drawn to him...

It's SHIMA Tokio's new sugary-sweet series! An assortment of flirty love stories that'll make you roll around your bed as soon as you read them. Included are three series, published in *Rakuen* web Special Edition, and various doujinshi works. Devilish heroine Ai-chan's series is also included ♪

From Mad Hatter Scans In the desert land of Halvatt, the' friendly' rivalry between a prince and thief turns into an unexpected adventure as they discover mysteries and secrets of an ancient legend that turns out to be true.

Yukari is a girl who can see the deceased. Yuusaku is a boy who can hear any phenomena that has a voice. Through their encounters with the inhuman, they learn fear, sadness, and compassion; and grow as humans.

Italian millionaire Rafaello di Viscenti vows to marry the first woman he sees--who just happens to be Magda! She's been desperately trying to make ends meet by cleaning Rafaello's house. His proposal of marriage comes with a large financial reward--all she has to do is spend six months as Rafaello's wife in name only. But though Rafaello hadn't planned on sleeping with his new wife...he can't resist her!

From HotCakes: Hisami, female high school student with a history of not having a boyfriend. She develops a crush on Haru-kun at a school event, but due to a misunderstanding ends up dating his friend, Narushi. What’s more, Haru-kun begins dating Hisami’s friend, Izumi… One day, Izumi suggests that they all switch lovers for day. Even if it’s only for one day, Hisami gets to date Haru-kun! A very excited Hisami gets brought to a love hotel by Haru-kun!

This is compilation of 3 loosely connected stories of vampire/human romances. 1) The Lie Becomes Love Under the Moon 2) The Bride and Prince 3) The Beautiful Lady and the Vampire

The collection of anthology from Are You Alice? by various authors. Part 1) The Mad Hatter's Magnificent Holiday by Inui Miku

""Have we met?""Answer: a right hook Because Bryony Morgan pulls no punches. Even when she's very pregnant and facing down the father of her unborn child. She fell for wealthy hotelier Rafael de Luca when he courted her for her beachfront real estate. Then he disappeared. Now, she's in New York for answers--and she won't accept a brush-off.

A town in ancient China has fallen under a curse and all the water resources are drying up. In order to save everyone, a young girl has been picked as a sacrificial lamb for the water God Kahaku, who resides in a far away places called Suiko. The girl and his bodyguard En travels to Kahaku to prepare for her sacrifice, however, everything is not what it seems.

An erotica suddenly becomes a spirit. All she wanted to do was cultivate her powers, sleep and flirt with Master, but... No matter where she goes, objects seem to be turning into spirits. Enough, throne! Stop thinking about sleeping with the emperor!

Yi-jae transmigrated as Hailey, the daughter of the Duke, who threw herself in the water just before her royal wedding. However, Yi-jae can see vengeful spirits that should not be visible behind the King! Days continue as Yi-jae struggles to exorcise the vengeful spirits that flock around King Roderick. As Roderick spends more time with Yi-jae, he starts to notice the odd changes in his mental and physical self as they clear…

Do Ahyeon is a total nutjob, at least according to her boss, Heeseong. Not only is she blackmailing him into sleeping with her for fun, but she's got a phone full of guys she's ready to get down and dirty with at a moment's notice. Sharing is caring in Ahyeon's world, and there's more than enough of her to go around. But while wading through her diverse cast of boy toys, from total players to absolute control freaks, Heeseong begins to realize that he has real feelings for Ahyeon. And now, he won't settle for being second... or third, or even fourth best. It's a love-hate relationship of the most complicated kind, but he's willing to do whatever it takes to win this wily woman's heart.