Kami-sama ga Uso o Tsuku.

Kami-sama ga Uso o Tsuku, or 'God Tells Lies', was written and illustrated by Kaori Ozaki and originally serialized in Kodansha's Monthly Afternoon magazine in 2013. The story centers on a young boy named Natsuru Nanao who finds himself drawn to a mysterious classmate, Rio Suzumura, during the summer break. Ozaki crafted this narrative to explore the heavy themes of childhood trauma, grief, and the precarious transition into adulthood, distinguishing it from more conventional shonen or shojo romance stories.

The manga is celebrated for Ozaki’s delicate, evocative linework, which complements the melancholic and raw tone of the script. Upon its release as a collected volume, it garnered significant critical acclaim for its concise, emotional impact and its ability to convey complex human vulnerability within a single-volume format. It is frequently cited by readers and critics alike as a quintessential example of a self-contained, high-quality character drama in the modern manga landscape.