A review by schomj
The Betrayal Knows My Name, Vol. 2 by Hotaru Odagiri
4.0
The first half of this volume focuses heavily on Hotsuma and Shuusei's relationship. We get some back-story on their pairing, and then Shuusei is kidnapped by the (hysterically over the top) villain Ashley. Hotsuma searches frantically for him, but Shuusei is convinced that Hotsuma is in love with Yuki and therefore doesn't need Shuusei anymore, so he doesn't fight for his freedom.
Then Yuki suffers a betrayal he has a hard time coping with, but in true Yuki fashion we get statements like this:
Finally, we learn more about why Luka won't tell Yuki about their relationship in Yuki's previous incarnation. ::swoon::
As in the first volume, the romantic elements of the various relationships are hinted at more than actually depicted... a longing glance here, the stroking of hair there... so this might not satisfy if you're looking for yaoi.
The battle against the Duras continues, and new characters are introduced who will probably be featured more in the next volume.
The translation is clear and I really appreciate the cultural notes at the end.
Very much looking forward to volume 3!
Then Yuki suffers a betrayal he has a hard time coping with, but in true Yuki fashion we get statements like this:
Maybe it's impossible for people to live their lives without hurting anyone, but there are things like warmth and kindness and the depth of feeling. The courage to take a single step. People are also the ones giving me precious things like that.
Finally, we learn more about why Luka won't tell Yuki about their relationship in Yuki's previous incarnation. ::swoon::
As in the first volume, the romantic elements of the various relationships are hinted at more than actually depicted... a longing glance here, the stroking of hair there... so this might not satisfy if you're looking for yaoi.
The battle against the Duras continues, and new characters are introduced who will probably be featured more in the next volume.
The translation is clear and I really appreciate the cultural notes at the end.
Very much looking forward to volume 3!