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Description
Volume 1:
1-3) P.B.B. (act 1-4)
Junsuke is the number one companion in a host club where Shinobu used to work. They have been in a relationship for a year, but as they start to get serious, Shinobu questions his commitment. The story continues from where act 1 (chapter 4 of Gaten na Aitsu) left off. (features Maki Motoharu from Punch Up)
4) The Evil Worker's Folklore ~ Trial version
Short extra on construction workers and their uniforms.
5) Gaten na Aitsu
Yuusaku is dying for a trip and his dad fulfilled his wishes and he soon learns that his holiday maybe more than he bargained for (continuatio... More...
1-3) P.B.B. (act 1-4)
Junsuke is the number one companion in a host club where Shinobu used to work. They have been in a relationship for a year, but as they start to get serious, Shinobu questions his commitment. The story continues from where act 1 (chapter 4 of Gaten na Aitsu) left off. (features Maki Motoharu from Punch Up)
4) The Evil Worker's Folklore ~ Trial version
Short extra on construction workers and their uniforms.
5) Gaten na Aitsu
Yuusaku is dying for a trip and his dad fulfilled his wishes and he soon learns that his holiday maybe more than he bargained for (continuatio... More...
Type
Manga
Related Series
Associated Names
P B B
P. B. B.
P.B.B. プレイボーイブルース
PBB
Play Boy Blues
憂鬱的花心男子
P. B. B.
P.B.B. プレイボーイブルース
PBB
Play Boy Blues
憂鬱的花心男子
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Latest Release(s)
v.6 c.Act 25-26 + Extras (end) by Fujoshi Bitches over 5 years ago
c.Act 24 by Fujoshi Bitches over 5 years ago
c.Act 23 by Fujoshi Bitches over 5 years ago
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c.Act 24 by Fujoshi Bitches over 5 years ago
c.Act 23 by Fujoshi Bitches over 5 years ago
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Status
in Country of Origin
6 Volumes (Complete)
Completely Scanlated?
Yes
Anime Start/End Chapter
N/A
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Forum
1 topics, 2 posts
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User Rating
Average: 8.2 / 10.0 (160 votes)
Bayesian Average: 7.9 / 10.0
Bayesian Average: 7.9 / 10.0
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Last Updated
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Author(s)
Artist(s)
Year
2003
Original Publisher
Serialized In (magazine)
Licensed (in English)
No
English Publisher
Be Beautiful (Defunct / 1 Vol)
Activity Stats (vs. other series)
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Monthly Pos #1608(+72)
3 Month Pos #2054(+1014)
6 Month Pos #4367(+564)
Year Pos #6484(+851)
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(+72)3 Month Pos #2054
(+1014)6 Month Pos #4367
(+564)Year Pos #6484
(+851)List Stats
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On 295 wish lists
On 229 completed lists
On 24 unfinished lists
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On 295 wish lists
On 229 completed lists
On 24 unfinished lists
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I love Kano Shiuko's character designs. So masculine, I can't get enough! I love masculine ukes! Anyway, this is actually a really good story if you can get through the absolutely horrendous translations of volumes 1 to 4, especially the latter half of 2, and 3-4 (yuck). I loathe grammar usage errors, but thankfully the culmination of the story in volumes 5 and 6 were nicely translated. So there's a cookie at the end of the winding trail.
The relationship between Junsuke and Shinobu is fun to watch develop because they are so into each other, and I find the whole host club industry very curious. Junsuke is a sexual beast and eats the sweet-natured and equally yummy Shinobu up at every available moment, which is a treat -- Kano is so very skilled at drawing the most lascivious angles of sex! The introduction of Junsuke's brother was a bit of a strange detour but not bad, and I enjoyed seeing women getting intimate with these hot guys as well, despite their ill intentions. A bit of a soap opera, but still highly enjoyable.
The relationship between Junsuke and Shinobu is fun to watch develop because they are so into each other, and I find the whole host club industry very curious. Junsuke is a sexual beast and eats the sweet-natured and equally yummy Shinobu up at every available moment, which is a treat -- Kano is so very skilled at drawing the most lascivious angles of sex! The introduction of Junsuke's brother was a bit of a strange detour but not bad, and I enjoyed seeing women getting intimate with these hot guys as well, despite their ill intentions. A bit of a soap opera, but still highly enjoyable.
Well that was a journey; it was fun while it lasted. While the beginning might seem very outdated by now, combined with the sloppy and confusing online fan translation which might deter some readers away, I'm glad I stuck with this series till the end because it still brought me certain enjoyment despite all else. I ike the characters and wouldn't trade anything for getting to know this whole colourful cast. P.B.B. feels to me like the prototype for the mangaka to explore in various ways to polish her skills before she went on to write the spin-off Punch ↑ whose execution and disposition benefitted a lot from that improvement. Its length and age may seem daunting to new readers but those that have spare should definitely pick it up because you'll surely be entertained.
I've read the first volumes like 20 times. Kano Shiuko is definitely my fave mangaka and this gotta be my favorite manga. I was caught up by both Shinobu and Junsuke, since they might be quite the opposite to each other. Shinobu is the lightest uke I've ever known, he's lovely and so humanly understanding, his character is so special. And Junsuke is the most intense seme I've ever known of, he made me fall in love with him too. Their relationship is so strong and intense, I love it.
... Last updated on July 25th, 2015, 4:54am
... Last updated on July 25th, 2015, 4:54am
I like the first couple (Vol1 - Vol3) but the story about the main char's brother is disgusting. From yaoi to hentai is what i feel, sex with females like for 3-4 chapters. I get it that this character is innocent but to continue it for chapters to chapters is ridiculous.
It's really worth reading this manga if you like Punch up, but be warned that the recent chapters are like hentai (chapter 12- i think).
It's really worth reading this manga if you like Punch up, but be warned that the recent chapters are like hentai (chapter 12- i think).
The first volume is very enjoyable. However, things start to become a little bit repetitive from the 2nd volume onward. This is partly because each chapter features 1-2 sex scenes, and most sex scenes are not much different from one another. The plot is enjoyable, but not really groundbreaking. In overall, the manga is a good read, packed with lots of romances and smex. However, if you dislike the usual formulaic BL plot, please look somewhere else.
As for me, the translation for volume 3 was not very professionally done so I decided to drop the series in the middle of the 3rd volume.
... Last updated on February 20th, 2013, 9:40am
As for me, the translation for volume 3 was not very professionally done so I decided to drop the series in the middle of the 3rd volume.
... Last updated on February 20th, 2013, 9:40am
I like it, but I got really annoyed when I got to chapter 11 when Junsuke's brother came into the picture. Like, he is such an idiot and I really cannot handle the amount of female sluts in volume 4. It's so annoying GAHH; I liked the whole story up UNTIL that point. So it only gets a 7 from me.
I like this manga a lot, even more than her usual works which have a rather awkward sense of humor.
This is a bit more serious, showing the difficulties of the two main characters living together, being together and the way their relationship develops.
I love how they both struggle with it all, afraid of commitment or seeking it, while maintaining the host job, the question whether or not to sleep with customers, jealousy, ... it's an entertaining mix of topics that come up and it's interesting to see them both deal with it.
I gotta say the scanlation sometimes is really annoying.
Have you noticed that the same guy is being called different names all the time in volume 2?
Once it's Yuusuke, then Kousuke, and they can't decide between Junsuke and Jyunsuke (Junsuke is the correct way).
Even if you aren't a fan of this type of plot, or if you don't like the characters, if you are looking for some really good smut then do read this!
I believed Watanabe Asia and Ougi Yuzuha to be my personal queens of sex but damn! Kano Shiuko-sensei is sooooo damn good at drawing sex scenes, she draws the men so well, all proportions are correct... I think she deserves that title as well!
This is a bit more serious, showing the difficulties of the two main characters living together, being together and the way their relationship develops.
I love how they both struggle with it all, afraid of commitment or seeking it, while maintaining the host job, the question whether or not to sleep with customers, jealousy, ... it's an entertaining mix of topics that come up and it's interesting to see them both deal with it.
I gotta say the scanlation sometimes is really annoying.
Have you noticed that the same guy is being called different names all the time in volume 2?
Once it's Yuusuke, then Kousuke, and they can't decide between Junsuke and Jyunsuke (Junsuke is the correct way).
Even if you aren't a fan of this type of plot, or if you don't like the characters, if you are looking for some really good smut then do read this!
I believed Watanabe Asia and Ougi Yuzuha to be my personal queens of sex but damn! Kano Shiuko-sensei is sooooo damn good at drawing sex scenes, she draws the men so well, all proportions are correct... I think she deserves that title as well!
I originally gave this a 9/10 (when it seemed as if it ended at volume 3) but when I saw that she picked up PBB again, continuing onto a volume 4 (yay!) and read the latest releases, i bumped it up to a 10/10. Why?
Depth. She's known for her smut but I feel Kano Shiuko's characters have definitely matured and become a lot more memorable with PBB and Punch Up (another one of her recent awesome works). If you want to read a yaoi manga with depth and emotion to it, I recommend PBB. the beginning is reminiscent of her earlier works but as the story progresses, it's good stuff, I assure you
Depth. She's known for her smut but I feel Kano Shiuko's characters have definitely matured and become a lot more memorable with PBB and Punch Up (another one of her recent awesome works). If you want to read a yaoi manga with depth and emotion to it, I recommend PBB. the beginning is reminiscent of her earlier works but as the story progresses, it's good stuff, I assure you
I have to say that most of Kano sensei's work is pretty hot and definitely worth reading. But I think I really enjoy this series because of the slow growth of Junsuke and Shinobu's intimate relationship. We get to see them evolve into a more accepting couple on several levels and seeing the nice balance of love/hate/anger/comedy in P.B.B. just makes you want to continue reading it.
Sadly enough, I didn't enjoy it one bit. All her other works are interesting but this one is not to my liking, unfortunately. So confused as to whether I like the mangaka or not. Some of her works are really good, especially when it's serious. Her comedy mangas like this one requires certain types of humor. Also the characters in this one are so manly looking (very masculine and buff). I couldn't stand the sex scenes at all.
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