{"product_id":"9788418739460","title":"COOKING TOGETHER, EATING TOGETHER, VOL. 2","description":"\u003ch2\u003eCOOKING TOGETHER, EATING TOGETHER, VOL. 2\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this second volume, the relationship between Nomoto and Kasuga deepens as they share the table and their daily lives. After spending the year-end holidays together, Nomoto begins to question her own sexuality upon realizing that she can no longer imagine her life without her neighbor's presence. Meanwhile, Kasuga deals with the estrangement from her family and the refuge she finds in Nomoto's company and cooking. A story of personal discovery, affection, and the bonds that strengthen around a shared table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe volume continues exploring the life of Nomoto, who finds in cooking an escape from work and family stress, and of Kasuga, a woman who has cut ties with her family due to the mistreatment she received. The plot centers on Nomoto's decision not to return home for the holidays to spend them with Kasuga. This act of closeness leads Nomoto to deep reflection on her feelings, facing the possibility that her bond with Kasuga transcends friendship. The work subtly addresses the exploration of sexual identity, the construction of an emotional home, and how small daily gestures, such as cooking and eating together, can be the foundation of a meaningful relationship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eDiscovery and questioning of one's own sexuality.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eRomantic relationships and cohabitation beyond friendship.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe act of cooking as an expression of care and affection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eOvercoming social and family pressure toward marriage.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eEmotional healing through connection with another person.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis manga is recommended for readers interested in slice-of-life stories with a strong emotional and romantic component. It is ideal for those looking for narratives that explore LGBTQ+ identity in a natural and sensitive way, as well as for those who enjoy plots centered on gastronomy as a vehicle for developing human relationships. Fans of the yuri genre and adult coming-of-age stories will appreciate the work.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn authentic and gradual representation of the awakening of an adult woman's sexual consciousness.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA comforting vision of how company and mutual care can heal family wounds.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe exploration of cooking as a space for freedom, creativity, and emotional connection.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA sensitive portrait of the daily life of two women building their own home and their own meaning of family.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Yuzaki, Sakaomi\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Tomodomo\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eTopic: Graphic novels: manga\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: Cooking Together, Eating Together\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: February 2024\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 168\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 225 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis second volume solidifies the series' premise by deepening the protagonists' psychology without losing the warmth that characterizes the work. Nomoto's evolution, moving from comfort to introspection regarding her feelings, is handled with a naturalness that invites reader empathy. The combination of daily cooking scenes with moments of emotional tension creates a balanced and engaging narrative rhythm. For followers of the story, this volume represents a significant turning point in the protagonists' relationship, offering an emotional and rewarding read.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TOMODOMO","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405587997019,"sku":"9788418739460","price":9.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978841873946.jpg?v=1781828725","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788418739460","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}