Love and Lies 8

"Love is forbidden. When you turn 16, the government will assign your marriage partner." This dystopian manga about teen love and defiance is a sexy, funny, and dramatic new hit!

SECRETS AND CONFESSIONS

It's Christmas, the most magical time of the year... But it's also the most confusing for Yukari Nejima, Lilina Sanada, Misaki Takasaki, and Yuusuke Nisaka: four teenagers who remain trapped in a complex web of love, lies, and emotions. With a Christmas present in hand, Yukari musters up the courage to confess his undying love for Misaki, but she stands by her decision to end their relationship before it can progress any further. And while Lilina sorts through her own conflicting feelings, Nisaka finally reveals his secret to Yukari...

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

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• Higher price point, often €100-€150

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