Don't Be Cruel
Viz · 2017–present · 7 issues
About the series
From 2017 onward, Viz Media published Don't Be Cruel, a seven-issue manga series that explores the secret romance between two high school students—a popular playboy and a studious honor student—whose hidden relationship forces them to navigate the pressures of social expectations and personal identity. Known for its tender, slow-burn storytelling, the series is most associated with creator Yukine Honami, whose nuanced character work elevates a familiar premise into a heartfelt exploration of trust and vulnerability. A standout in the boys' love genre, Don't Be Cruel matters for its honest, grounded portrayal of a clandestine love affair, balancing sweetness with the real-world stakes of being discovered.