Starting with a Kiss, Volume 3, Paperback

Toru, the son of a yakuza boss, is sent into exile on a deserted island for his own protection during a gang feud. Fiery and impetuous, he isn't thrilled to be sidelined when he'd rather be in the fight, and is even less thrilled that Mutsumi, son of the gang's second in command, is going with him. The serious, studious Mutsumi is Toru's opposite in every way, and it doesn't take long before the sparks between them begin to fly

After learning that Mutsumi has been taken by the Hokusai Gang, Tohru rushes to the wrong location to free him. Tohru is known for his beauty, and the thugs guarding the Hokusai office are quick to notice. Not wanting to rely on his father's name, Tohru doesn't reveal who he is, and with nothing to stop them, the lusty thugs quickly descend on him. When Mutsumi finally arrives to find Tohru nearly defiled, he flies into a rage and pulls out a gun But how far will he go to save the man he loves?

About the Author:

Youka Nitta made her publishing debut with GROUPIE in 1995 and since then has become one of the most prolific and popular boys' love creators worldwide. Her most well-known series, Embracing Love, has been adapted into both a drama CD as well as an anime series. Born March 8th in Fukui Prefecture, she's a Pisces with a B blood type. Her hobbies include walking and going to the theater. To find out more about Youka Nitta, visit her English-language website at http: //nittayouka.com.