Pushing the envelope, this ecchi romance between three lovers is tested between the hetero-normative world and taboos of Japanese society. What seemed like an adorable idea sails it's readers through thin lines of consent, and personal emotional boundaries many have only touched in romance.
Lia, an overprotective working husband, is constantly fighting his need to be with working wife Suisei, seemingly competing for her love against Emito, their homemaker husband - whose flexibility in the polyamourous relationship exumes with so much love, that neither spouses can ever stop caring for him. Suisei enjoys the economic stability of being a threesome, but their relationship is always challenged by coworkers, toxic men, and competitive women.
Mostly depicted in pornography and hentai, expectations were low when reading about a threesome relationship. But the further you dig into this story, the further you tip into asking yourself very personal questions. Thoughts on cancerous personalities and innocent relations are brought to light very quickly, as a two men "throuple" showcase emotional intelligence at a whole new level. Without giving the plot away, this manga is simply brilliant.
This gives you the same butterflies in your stomach and envy as a college shoujo, when you catch these characters express endearing concern for one another. Though, a bit on the spicy side of romance, one will need to be ready for some mature content in every volume of this manga.
Personally, many stories about polyamourous relationships are hard to explain beyond the sexual attraction between partners. The same problems of fighting for your love always surround romance novels easily, but the point of jealousy and consent are limitless in this particular subject. So be ready. It's not for everyone, but it is beautiful!
Find a copy of We Started A Threesome!!, and see if it's you're cup of tea.
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