This was another short and sweet high school boys love, and a beautiful volume debut that was very typical Nagisa Furuya.

Quite frankly, starting it off, I was a little bored during the first half of the volume as the story was moving rather slowly and there wasn't much to the characters outside of school life and their occasional meeting each other, but looking back after finishing it, the slow pacing suits the story well and I liked how it really focuses on them slowly getting to know each other, becoming friends and eventually developing feelings for one another. I only wished the transition from friendship to love could have been explored more, just because I feel like the mangaka's way of storytelling would have done a good job addressing these complex feelings. I also liked the play with their names, it wasn't anything too wild but a sweet and fun way to lead through the story and build a connection between the main characters.
The art style was nice and simple, and I think it did especially well on facial expressions, but I must admit that the already small cast of characters looked really similar and there were a few times it took me a second to tell them apart.

Overall, this was a solid one shot and I'd recommend it if you like Nagisa Furuya's usual work or enjoy calm and sweet high school BLs!

Thank you to Kodansha Comics and Netgalley for providing me a free copy in exchange for an honest review!

Okay, so Number Call ? 🥹✨ Literally the BL manga I didn’t know I needed but now can’t stop thinking about. It’s got that classic high school vibe, but with a meet-cute so adorable it made me squeal into my pillow. Like, Hachi and Eito bonding over their names both meaning “8”? Stop it. That’s the kind of random, wholesome connection I live for. 🎀

The slow burn? Chef’s kiss. Their dynamic was just *chefs kiss* perfection. It’s friends-to-lovers done right, with all the awkward, heart-fluttering moments that make you want to scream, “JUST KISS ALREADY.” 😩

The pacing was so chill and natural, and the art? Soft, clean, and so easy on the eyes. 👀 I need more of these two dorks navigating life and love together. Like, give me a sequel, a spin-off, anything.

Anyway, if you’re into BL that’s sweet, slow-burn, and full of feels, this is your next read. Just prepare to be emotionally attached to fictional high schoolers. 🏫💘

I think Number Call was nice and pleasant manga. The main characters both go to the same high school but are in different classes. When they accidentally meet, they bond over their number 8-related names. This leads to them becoming friends, and eventually more. It’s maybe not the most memorable story but is a pleasant and quite sweet read.


I received this book from NetGalley in exchange for an honest review

thank you net galley and nagisa furuya for this book, it was a lighthearted book, with two lovable characters. the plot was very interesting and it kept you hooked.

Thank you, NetGalley, for the opportunity to read Number Call by Nagisa Furuya.
This is a short and cute friends to lovers manga. It is a black cat vs golden retriever relationship which is perfect to portray these two high schoolers.

Summary:

Eito Tachibana is sick and tired of all the jokes revolving around his name. Every time he meets a person, it’s the same old joke, again and again. It’s exhausting. Yet, one day, he met a classmate who didn’t react as expected.

This singular moment kicks off a series of events that will hopefully change both of their lives forever. Sharing something in common, they have plenty of reasons to get closer as they learn about each other.

Review:

Okay, this is a cute story. Number Call may not be the deepest of romances (at least initially), but it is cute and sweet. Basically, our two leading gentlemen meet because of their name similarities (both being the number eight).

Like I said, not super deep. But it is funny and charming in its own way. The sort of thing that gives people the excuse to bond. It’s also a bit of a slow-burn romance, as our characters only get to interact in a limited fashion (for example, walking home from school).

Number Call is sweet and endearing, but it lacks substance. I wish there were more to the characters, their stories, and their interactions. Still, I’m happy I gave it a try!

Highlights:
BL Romance
Yaoi
Shounen Ai
Young Adult Romance

Ich habe dieses Buch wirklich sehr geliebt. Es war süß, es war einfach zu verstehen und die Geschichte hatte trotzdem ihre Tiefe. Ganz tolles Buch und eine große Empfehlung.

Review: Number Call is a sweet and wholesome high school romance manga that offers a fresh take on the genre. The story revolves around two boys, Eighto and Hachi, who bond over their unique names, both connected to the number eight. This simple yet intriguing premise sets the stage for a slice-of-life romance that unfolds in a charming, lighthearted manner.

The artwork is beautifully done, with detailed illustrations that add depth to the story. While the narrative itself is straightforward and leans on familiar tropes, it is executed with a tenderness that makes it enjoyable. Fans of the genre will appreciate the gentle pace and the genuine connection between the characters.

However, the story may feel a bit too simple, as it doesn’t delve deeply into the characters’ emotions or offer any surprising twists. The ending, in particular, is abrupt, leaving some wishing for a more developed conclusion. Despite this, Number Call serves as a delightful, feel-good read, perfect for those looking for a quick and endearing romance.

Rating: 3.5 stars

Recommended for: Readers who enjoy light, slice-of-life romances with a touch of sweetness, and those looking for a simple, heartwarming story with beautiful artwork.

A very cute high school romance with an interesting concept. I would definitely recommend this to others even though this isn’t my favourite work from the mangaka.

A Fun and cute one. I really enjoyed this overall. It was different than i expected but in a good way.

Really loved the artwork

sweet and cute high school story. the art was definitely really good. both character's names were based around the number 8 thus the reason they have this connection. it was a very interesting concept that i couldn't not put it down, although it took me time to finish it because of the busy schedule i have 😭 but thank you netgalley, the publisher for the opportunity to read this precious manga.

A very cute, queer romance manga. Set in a school setting, this book has me swooning at how cute the character interactions are and how well illustrated the story was. Highly recommend

Many thanks to Netgalley, Kodansha Comics and the author for the ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.

Number call is a cute story of 2 boys who bond over their names being a version of number 8. A slice of life romance, with simple meet cute, a quiet search for feelings and a quick but satisfying story arc.

I will recommend this book to people who are looking for a quick sweet palette cleanser.

This book was cute but a little boring. The characters were pretty adorable and I generally like the school age and setting as being a sweet first love kind of romance setup but it certainly wasn't the most interesting version of this I have read. I think this setup has been done a lot and I have read a lot of them so at this point I look for uniqueness in these kinds of stories to keep my interest. Personally, this one didn't hit that uniqueness/interest factor. But it is cute and drawn well so especially for people newer to the genre I think it's worth a read. For me personally, I wouldn't buy a physical copy or re-read this and I probably won't remember it in the future.

This was quite a cute read, with nice artwork, but... I feel like it was maybe too short, the ending was a bit sudden, their feelings weren't explored enough for my taste. I wanted more and there was room and potential for a lot more.

Took me a while to get through this because, truthfully, I admit I forgot about it. The art was nice. The story and characters were perfectly nice. It just didn't say much of anything new to me.

Rating: 3,25/5 stars

I liked this cute, wholesome manga. It is a cool connection between their names, I really liked that.
Not much happens here, but still very cute.

A cute, fun, light read if you need to cleanse your palette or get to out of a slump. The art style is so pretty!

The k you NetGalley for this for a e-arc of this manga. This was so cute and sweet ♥️ A perfect moment of relaxation for a quick little reading And fun time. The drawings are beautiful and the story is amazing. I’m not always in manga but sometimes it’s perfect for a break of my brain. Falling in love in high school, storyline unique, first love, slow brun. All it takes to Warm my heart🥰

I loved this manga! It is a high school first romance coming of age story and it is very easy going and chill. No drama. No internal homophobia. I really enjoyed it. And the spin on the names of the characters being related to number 8 (sort of making them fated to meet) was very cute.