Kei X Yaku: Bound By Law Vol. 01

Kei X Yaku: Bound By Law Vol. 01

Opposite sides of the law flirt with danger–and each other–in a tangled web of political intrigue that is fraught with deception and secrets. A suspenseful mystery sure to get the heart racing in more ways than one, perfect for fans of No. 6 and Banana Fish!

Ichiro, an agent with the Tokyo Metropolitan Public Security Bureau, receives orders to make contact with and closely surveil Shiro, a yakuza hotshot whose bed partners include a considerable amount of influential male politicians. The mission takes an unexpected turn when they realize they’ve both been pursuing the same cold case: the disappearance of Rion Nakaba, Ichiro’s senior and Shiro’s sister. Determined to uncover the truth, the two secretly team up under the guise of lovers to try and pick up her trail…

Biographical Notes:

Kei X Yaku: Bound By Law is Yoshie Kaoruhara’s first work to be published in English. The author’s other titles include Kimi no Utagoe ni Kiss wo.

Title Notes:

Endearing protagonists with a deep, but only mildly physical bond, is sure to appeal to new and veteran fans of the boys’ love genre, while still leaving room for readers just looking for an entertaining story.

Amid a heavy, politically-motivated storyline, the lighthearted and fun moments between the dual protagonists are sure to keep the pages turning.

One-page bonus manga strips included between chapters add dimension to the characters and keep readers invested in their development.

Readers will find themselves immersed in a modern Tokyo setting characterized by clean lines, gorgeous characters, and detailed backgrounds.

More details on Yoshie Kaoruhara:

Yoshie Kaoruhara’s Twitter account

Publisher’s Twitter account