Why read Pleasure & Corruption, Volume 1?

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Zen is having a hard time living up to his parents' expectations. And in Japan, when you are not admitted into a top school, then your chances at a stable future are tenuous at best. It's as if he is metaphorically tied to something he wishes to avoid.

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1 author picked Pleasure & Corruption, Volume 1 as one of their favorite books. Why do they recommend it?

Yahya El-Droubie

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You Someya's "Pleasure and Corruption" is a challenging and unflinching dive into the psychology of shame, desire, and the blurred lines between torment and connection. The most striking aspect is the role reversal. The narrative focuses on male vulnerability and objectification, a refreshing and rare perspective in the genre. If you enjoy psychologically intense manga like "The Flowers of Evil" or "Scum's Wish," which explore the darker sides of human relationships, "Pleasure and Corruption" is a must-read. It's a brave, unsettling, and beautifully drawn series that dares to ask uncomfortable questions about desire and the nature of being "broken."

From Yahya's 3 favorite reads in 2025.