A review by 30something_reads
Love Shuttle by Im Ae Ju

funny lighthearted medium-paced

4.0

Umm. So if we just ignore that last side story, this was very cute, overall. (So that's how I'll rate this)

Omegaverse BL manhwa.

Doyun is an unconventionsl omega. He doesn't look like a typical omega (in this case that means a smaller stature, softer features, and a gentle attitude- all of which Doyun does not have) so he's often mistaken for an alpha or beta. And that's also because he's a "latebloomer" meaning that, at the age of 26, he has yet to go into heat or produce pheromones.

And, of course, that all changes when he unfortunately goes into heat for the first time while at work and the only person around is one of his alpha coworkers (and rival), Taehan, who has no idea that Doyun is an omega. It's in his instinct to help Doyun, albeit begrudgingly since they fight constantly.

That's where their really funny and sweet relationship begins. It's all very low angst and plays around with the stereotypical alpha/omega dynamics (which I appreciate). They bicker and they banter and are on totally equal footing when it comes to being smitten with the other. And obviously it's very smutty.

Regarding the final side story: it's not necessary to the main plot between Doyun/Taehan. It follows the relationship of two side characters and is SO tonally opposite of the main story that it was very jarring. It's a dark/taboo story featuring an unhealthy relationship, SA, and incestuous moments. Not MY jam for sure. If I had known, I would have just skipped it 🥲