I Want to Be a Wall, Vol. 1

Name: I Want to Be a Wall, Vol. 1
Brand: Hachette Aotearoa New Zealand
SKU: 9781975338961
Price: 29.99 NZD
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By Emma Schumacker and Alexis Eckerman and Honami Shirono

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Summary

I Want to Be a Wall, Vol. 1 explores an unconventional love story that defies traditional romance. Yuriko, an asexual woman devoted to Boys Love stories, and Gakurouta, a gay man harbouring feelings for his oblivious childhood friend, navigate a unique partnership. While romance isn’t part of their newlywed life, their deepening bond offers a beautiful and heartfelt connection unlike anything they’ve known.
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Format: Paperback / softback

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Description

Any love story aficionado will say that the key to a successful couple is intense desire for one another—but what if the characters in question are an asexual woman with a passion for Boys Love stories and a gay man whose heart forever belongs to his oblivious childhood friend?

Although romance will never be in the cards for newlyweds Yuriko and Gakurouta, the bond blossoming between them promises to be a wonderful relationship—the likes of which neither has ever experienced before.

I Want to Be a Wall, Vol. 1 explores this unique and heartfelt connection, challenging traditional notions of romance and highlighting the power of friendship and understanding.

Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781975338961

Publisher: Little, Brown & Company

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 17 May 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Yen Press

Audience: General / adult, Children

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 14.0mm

Width: 146.0mm

Height: 208.0mm

Weight: 180g

Pages: 144

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