A Summer's Day by twinkiecas

A Summer's Day by twinkiecas

The boys go out and have some fun at a water park!

This is a cute day-in-the-life one shot of Rin, Sousuke and the Iwatobi boys. The story is filled with sweet moments between the characters as well as fluffy moments between the three couples. I know this quick read will bring a smile to your face!

~ M

picture credit: Kyoto Animation

I ❤️ Yaoi: Two Strip Tease by Tata (Free! Doujinshi)

Hello, yaoi lovers! This week's feature is Two Strip Tease by Tata!

Rei and Nagisa are enjoying their time in college and in their relationship. They're happy, but they also want their best friends, Makoto and Haru to be happy as well. The penguin and butterfly are determined to do their best and make it happen!

This is a really sweet dj. Nagisa and Rei and so adorable that my heart melted. Nagisa's perverted yet innocent nature is a great juxtoposition that made me chuckle on several occasions. I wish more could have been explored regarding Makoto and Haru's storyline, but all in all, this was an enjoyable read.

3.5 stars

Read Two Strip Tease here.

~ M

The Adventures of the Silver Spyglass Crew by LilacChocolate

The Adventures of the Silver Spyglass Crew by LilacChocolate

Pirate captain Matsuoka Rin kidnaps Prince Nitori Aiichirou of Iwami and starts to fall in love with him. His little servant, Nagisa, is forced to share quarters aboard the ship with navigator and inventor, Rei. Rin's first mate, Makoto, is in a secret relationship with a beautiful blue-eyed mermaid. There must be something in the water.

This is a really sweet, epic story that any fan of Free! would enjoy! All of our favorite characters stay pretty close to their canon personalities, and there is a wonderful mix of adventure, angst, romance, mystery and heat. Check it out!

~ M

artwork credit: aku-usagi.tumblr.com

The Secrets I Hear in Your Song by twinkiecas

The Secrets I Hear in Your Song by twinkiecas

Style Five has become one of the most popular bands in the industry after winning a singing a competition. All seems great except for the fact that Makoto and Haru have to hide their relationship, Nagisa and Rei aren't sure what to call their relationship and Rin finds himself falling for a hot male model.

This is really cute! All of the characters stay pretty true to their canon personalities, and I can't wait to see how their relationships grow and progress. Give it a try!

~ M

artwork credit: むぎ

For the First Time by shions_heart

For the First Time by shions_heart

How ReiGisa, SouRin and MakoHaru first spoke those three life-changing words.

This is such a sweet story! shions_heart stays pretty true to the canonical behaviors of each of the characters when describing their relationships and conversations. Your heart will warm reading about the sweet things the boys do for one another. Check it out!

~ M

picture credit: Kyoto Animation

Blue Lotus, White Lotus by shions_heart

Blue Lotus, White Lotus by shions_heart

Nagisa, Makoto and Haru are stolen from their homes when they are children to serve under King Matsuoka. As they grow into adults, they face many difficulties, but also discover love, hope, friendship and the true meaning of loyalty.

This is an absolutely FANTASTIC read! I spent two days binge reading this fic and I loved every single moment. It has everything you could ever want from an epic fanfic, and I loved that the author stayed true to the canon characteristics of the Free! characters even though they were in an AU setting. shions_heart  received inspiration from this gorgeous tumblr post:
http://hubedihubbe.tumblr.com/post/122183301415/reigisa-desertau-with-princerin-incomplete

If you're a ReiGisa, MakoHaru and/or SouRin fan, you will love this story! Highly recommended!

~ M

artwork credit: pixiv id 476111

Meaningless by DatHeetJoella

Meaningless by DatHeetJoella

What would have happened if Makoto hadn't regained consciousness after Haru pulled him out of the ocean?

This story is so great!!! The author gives a different look at what happened after Makoto almost sacrificed himself trying to save Rei during training camp. The emotions DatHeetJoella portrays will leave a lump in your throat as you watch the Iwatobi crew try to come to grips with the accident and its aftermath. For those who may be a little fearful of the direction of this story, please read the warnings. You'll soon find that you have nothing to worry about. ;) Definitely give this powerful story a try! It'll be worth every minute!

~ M

animation credit: Kyoto Animation

The Art of Exaggeration by letters_of_stars

The Art of Exaggeration by letters_of_stars

Nagisa finally found the courage to confess to Rei, only to have him completely ignore his confession and tell him to do his homework. What just happened here?

This is a really fun and silly look at Nagisa and Rei as they figure out their relationship. There is a little angst, but the rest of the story is filled with humorous and cute moments. I'm sure you'll chuckle at Rei cluelessness and marvel at Nagisa's unending determination and love. Give this sweet story a try!

~ M

photo credit: Kyoto Animation

I ❤️ Yaoi: Juicy Live on Mermaid by Mew & Siren (Free! Doujinshi)

Good morning, yaoi lovers! This week's selection is the Free! doujinshi, Juicy Live on Mermaid by Mew & Siren.

Haru is a very jealous person who only has room for mackerel and Makoto. Makoto doesn't quite feel the same about mackerel, but definitely does about Haru.

This is a quick and silly read in which Haru becomes jealous and shows Makoto just how much he adores him. The artwork is really cute and there is also an appearance by Rei and Nagisa for the Reigisa fans. If you're in the mood for a quick chuckle, this is the doujinshi for you.

Read Juicy Live on Mermaid here.

~ M

After Party by kawaii_as_heck

After Party by kawaii_as_heck

The Iwatobi and Samezuka gang meet up at Sousuke's house for an impromptu party, much to his chagrin. However, the one bright spot in all of this is Makoto, who probably the only person who can make Sousuke nervous and tongue-tied. Will Sousuke be able to express his latent feelings for his kindhearted friend or will he be doomed to admire Makoto from a distance?

*swoon* This story is so incredibly adorable! I loved seeing the usually cool and level-headed Sousuke turn into an awkward dork in front of Makoto! I don't want to give away too much of the story, but it is definitely worth your while. There are some really sweet moments and some very steamy moments as well!

~ M

artwork credit: Boolsajo

I ❤ Yaoi: Far Away Beloved by Kaukau (Free! Doujinshi)

Good morning, yaoi fans! This week's selection is Far Away Beloved by Kaukau!

Even though he adores and respects his best friend, Makoto can't help but think that he's holding Haru back. When he confesses and those feelings aren't returned, Makoto decides to let Haru go once and for all so he can truly be free.

This dj is awesome and has a great balance of drama, angst, romance and a little humor (be sure to read the segment with Rei and Nagisa at the very end 😂). I don't want to give away the plot, but I absolutely loved the lengths Makoto was willing to go in order to ensure Haru's happiness...even to his own detriment. Check out this beautiful story! You won't be disappointed!

4.5 stars

Read Far Away Beloved here.

~ M

I Take You by makoharuheartandsoul

I Take You by makoharuheartandsoul

Makoto and Haru are happily enjoying their new engagement and living in Tokyo.

This is pure fluff and I love every moment! I Take You is basically a slice of life piece that shows us how Makoto and Haru are living their lives in the hustle and bustle of the city. I can't wait to see how their relationship grows and the story the progresses. Check it out!

~ M

artwork credit: wei-ting

I ❤ Yaoi: Call My Name, Embrace Me (Namae wo Yonde, Dakishimete) by Kubu (Free! Doujinshi)

Good morning, yaoi fans! This week's feature is Call My Name, Embrace Me (Namae wo Yonde, Dakishimete) by Kubu!

After Makoto confessed his feelings to Haru after graduation, their lives changed forever. Makoto moved to Tokyo and Haru remained in Iwatobi; the two best friends also lost all contact and haven't spoken for six months. When Nagisa and Rei suggest visiting Makoto and surprising him, Haru is the most excited he's been in a long time. However, when he overhears an hurtful exchange between Makoto and another student, his world comes crashing down.

This doujinshi is gorgeous! The story is beautifully written and the drawings are so lovely! I really enjoyed the realistic feel of the Haru and Makoto's relationship and how it wasn't an easy ride for either of them. Rei and Nagisa added a wonderful feeling of hope and were so supportive of their good friends! Highly recommended!

Read Call My Name, Embrace Me here.

~ M

Pressure by AngryFemale

Pressure by AngryFemale

For as long as Haru could remember, he and Makoto had been best friends. Due a bad home life, Makoto often stayed over at Haru's and soon became part of the family. Now that they're growing older, new feelings are developing, societal norms and peer pressure are bearing down on them and the closeness they once shared is slowly dwindling away.

This is such an engrossing story! I know you will be captivated by each and every character as you watch them grow into young men and experience life: the good, bad and the ugly. Highly recommended.

~ M

artwork credit: a3107

Grand Pas de Deux by Shaples

Grand Pas de Deux by Shaples

Nagisa is an incredible dancer and is studying to become a professional at a prestigious dance academy. However, in order to pay his tuition, he works as a stripper. It's good money and he gets to show off his dancing skills. Things get
a little complicated when a new, blue-haired bartender catches his eye.

I adore this story! The fact that Nagisa is a stripper may turn some people off, but it's a really interesting premise. Rei is not just the intellectual dork we've all come to know and love from the anime. There is a dark side to him AND he has tattoos! The development of Rei and Nagisa's friendship definitely brought a smile to my face, and their burgeoning romance warmed my heart. Check it out!

~ M

artwork credit: muchacha11

The Romance of Hazuki Nagisa and Ryuugazaki Rei by pointok

The Romance of Hazuki Nagisa and Ryuugazaki Rei by pointok

Growing up, Nagisa always thought fate would bring him the love of his life. Each of his past relationships started in some kind of magical way, but also ended very badly. Cynical and frustrated, the last thing he wants is to think about relationships.

When Rin sets him up with the nerdy, awkward, yet strangely endearing Rei, Nagisa tries his best to fight the feelings he knows are developing.

I had the pleasure of reading this story in almost one sitting and I loved every moment. Nagisa, as always, is adorable and sweet, but also harbors a lot of hurt, fear and confusion. Rei, who always believed love to be illogical, will make your heart melt with his lovely gestures and kind words. pointok did a wonderful job balancing the heartbreaking angst with heartwarming fluff. If you're a Reigisa fan, you will definitely want to check this one out!

~ M

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Some Injuries Sustained by downtowndystopia

Some Injuries Sustained by downtowndystopia

Sometimes Rei forgets how small Nagisa is in relation to himself, and sometimes he doesn't know his own strength in romantic situations...

This is an adorably funny one shot featuring one of my favorite couples! It's a quick read, but I'm sure you will experience plenty of chuckling and "aww" moments. Give this story a try! It's sure to bring a smile to your face!

~ M

artwork credit: viria

I ❤ RN25 by Chiri Akuta (Free! Doujinshi)

Good morning yaoi friends! This week's selection is RN25 by Chiri Akuta.

Rei has come to some startling conclusions about his new boyfriend, Nagisa, and he needs to know the truth. Will Nagisa be able to assuage Rei's fears?

Aww! This is such a sweet dj! Rei, as always, is a lovable dork who allows his thoughts to get the best of him, while Nagisa is delightfully adorable and level-headed. This is a pretty quick read, but definitely worth your time. Give it a try!

Click here to read RN25.

~ M

To Have and to Hold by shions_heart

To Have and to Hold by shions_heart

Makoto has planned the perfect evening. He will greet Haru when he returns home, they'll have a lovely dinner and then Makoto will propose. He knows they're still pretty young, but proposing just feels right. In an effort to make the evening as smooth as possible, he enlists the help of Rei and Nagisa to take care of the ring, but was the best decision?

To Have and to Hold is a funny, fluffy one-shot that will warm your heart and have you and saying "aww" many times over. All of the Iwatobi and Samezuka characters make an appearance, and Makoto's proposal is 100% swoon-worthy. Definitely check out this quick, but very sweet, read!

~ M

Soul Words by Crazy_Pairing_Girl

Soul Words by Crazy_Pairing_Girl

Makoto, Nagisa and Rin are typical high school boys. However, they are also eagerly anticipating the arrival of their soul mates, who will speak a line that has been tattooed on each of their arms since birth. How will they react when the loves of their life finally appear?

This is such a cute story! Each chapter follows Makoto, Nagisa and Rin respectively as they encounter the person they're destined to spend the rest of their lives with. I can guarantee this story will warm your heart in the best of ways. Check it out!

~ M

artwork credit: siquia