The Little Bird Sleeps by the Sea

"If there's one thing queer narratives do particularly well, it's found family stories. Yuu Minaduki's The Little Bird Sleeps By The Sea is an excellent example of the type.

The romance is, of course, also central to the story, and as always Yuu Minaduki does a lovely job;

The Little Bird Sleeps By The Sea is a heartfelt volume, although it does come with a content warning for suicide, and a very good book."

-Rebecca Silverman, Anime News Network

“In a genre where love stories often go big and loud, “The Little Bird Sleeps by the Sea” captures the delicate emotional resonance found in works like “Our Dining Table”, emphasizing subtle intimacy over dramatic romance.”

For readers who enjoy calm, emotional stories instead of intense drama, this gentle approach can be its greatest strength.”

-Danny Lee, Asian Movie Pulse

"The character development in the manga is a pleasure to see. All three leads change over the course of the story, and this is what allows them to finally come together as a loving unit.

I admit I got a little misty-eyed in some places as I pleaded internally for this story to have a happy ending, and I’m so relieved it did.

With beautiful seascapes and gorgeous characters who express vivid emotions, The Little Bird Sleeps by the Sea is a visual treat. It perfectly communicates the themes and varying tones of the story. If you are looking for more serious fare that will tug at your heartstrings, look no further."

-Kristina Elyse Butke, The Beat