Japanese Title: 「発情期」って嘘ついた今日。
Circle: Atarayo
Release Date: May 11, 2024
Format: Digital Doujinshi (Manga, PDF/JPEG)
Length: 46 pages
Category: Japanese Doujinshi, Romance, Adult Themes
Story Overview
Atarayo’s “Today I Lied About Being in Heat” (「発情期」って嘘ついた今日。) is an intimate, bittersweet eromanga that dives into the fragile boundaries between love, desire, and vulnerability. The story centers on a young couple where the heroine, desperate to hold on to her boyfriend’s affection, blurts out a lie — claiming she’s in her “heat period.” What begins as a small deception to secure closeness quickly escalates into a raw, emotional night of passion that blurs the line between affection and manipulation.
Art and Style
The circle Atarayo specializes in clean, emotionally charged illustrations, and this doujinshi is no exception. Characters are drawn with soft lines that highlight both their innocence and their lustful side. The heroine’s flushed expressions, teary eyes, and trembling hands reveal her inner turmoil, while the male counterpart is depicted with realistic intensity. The use of shadows and close-up panels amplifies the intimacy, making each scene both tender and erotic.
Themes and Fetishes
This doujinshi carefully weaves multiple erotic elements that fans of hentai will instantly recognize. It focuses on emotionally vulnerable schoolgirl archetypes, with undertones of virgin innocence and first-time nervousness. The heroine’s deception creates a scenario that balances between consensual passion and subtle coercion, echoing the darker shades of NTR-style unease, though ultimately framed as romance. While not extreme in fetish variety, it plays beautifully with tension, release, and the universal desire to be wanted.
Why It Resonates with Fans
Fans of emotionally driven shoujo-inspired works will find this doujinshi particularly engaging. It doesn’t rely on excessive group sex or outlandish kinks but instead emphasizes a human, heartfelt dynamic that makes the eroticism more relatable. For those who enjoy softer yet still deeply adult tones, this is an excellent addition to a collection. Its restrained focus makes it distinct from louder, fetish-packed releases, giving it staying power as an intimate read.
Final Thoughts
“Today I Lied About Being in Heat” may not be overflowing with flashy fetishes, but it makes up for it with emotional realism, gorgeous art, and a narrative that feels achingly human. It demonstrates how even a simple lie can unravel a cascade of desire, guilt, and longing. A perfect choice for fans who appreciate heartfelt erotic storytelling.
Rating: 8/10
