12 Best First-Time Reads on HoneyToon — Where to Start
By Alex Corner
Aug 31, 2026
Hi everyone, it’s Alex here!
New to HoneyToon? Yeah… I’ve been there. You open the website, and suddenly you’re staring at hundreds of covers, not knowing where the hell to start.
That’s why I made this list — the 12 Best First-Time Reads on HoneyToon. These are the series I personally recommend to beginners because they hook you fast, have great opening episodes, and give you a real taste of what the platform has to offer.
Whether you like slow-burn romance, family drama, or fun comedy — there’s something here for you.
Let’s dive in and find your next addiction!
If you’re looking for the best comics for beginners, you’re in the right place. You’ve just landed on HoneyToon with hundreds of series available, and the question is always the same: What are the best HoneyToon series to read first?
HoneyToon is a popular webtoon platform full of bold, vertical-scroll digital comics spanning romance, forbidden relationships, drama, and intense spice. Every series gives you at least a few episodes for free, so you can test the title.
You can choose any genre—whether you enjoy slow-burn tension, playful comedy, or steamy family drama, this list covers the full range of what makes HoneyToon so addictive.
Ready to find your first obsession? Below, we’ve rounded up some must-reads to get you started. Sign up on HoneyToon to unlock hundreds of series, new chapters every week, and exclusive webtoons!
Find Your Starting Point — Pick by What You Want
Not sure which series to start with? Here’s a quick guide based on what you’re looking for:
- Want emotional depth and a story that earns its heat?
Secret Siblings – the story about non-blood-related siblings who find their familiar bond shattered when buried emotions surface, making this highly rated series an emotional and accessible Honeytoon entry point.
Close Family is a story about an adopted son and his relationship with his sisters.
- Want something short, fun, and finished?
Desire Village – A charming realtor at Desire Village offers a flirtatious solution to a tenant’s rent troubles, turning a simple financial problem into a playful and steamy game.
Welcome to the Big City – Gildong moves from a quiet town to Seoul to pursue his dream of becoming a comic artist, only to find new neighbors, unexpected opportunities, and exciting adventures along the way.
- Want psychological tension and drama?
May I Watch At Least? – Hugh’s new boss, Mr. Johnson, pays attention to his wife and Hugh becomes an involuntary silent observer of their passion.
- Want light campus energy and playful vibes?
Strong Witch – a student accidentally ends up in the wrong room, where he meets a confident girl known as the Strong Witch, setting him on an unexpected and flirtatious campus adventure.
Lesson S – Sang-chul asks the brilliant Hee-soo for private lessons to help him win over the campus queen, but their tutoring sessions soon give way to an unexpected and growing tension.
- Want fantasy elements mixed with spice?
Lustful Games – in this story, an anonymous offer of $10,000 lures Class 5 graduates to a remote island, where a mysterious reunion forces them to confront buried secrets, old rivalries, and their forgotten pasts.
Pick one that matches your mood and dive in — you’ve got free episodes waiting!
1. May I Watch At Least?
Hugh’s marriage has grown cold and distant. In a desperate attempt to impress his charismatic boss, Mr.Johnson, he invites him home for dinner — but the evening takes a dangerous turn when his wife Leila begins to shine in ways Hugh never expected.
What starts as a simple plan to save his image spirals into a tense psychological game filled with jealousy, temptation, and complicated desires.
Why start here: A perfect, highly rated Honeytoon Original from Heraldic Lilly. It offers deep psychological tension and emotional complexity — an excellent choice for readers who want more than just spice.
Free to try: Prologue + Episodes 1–3
2. Drunk On You
Yunho moves to Seoul for university and ends up living with his older brother and his stunning sister-in-law, Yoosun. One accidental, heated moment shatters the safe family dynamic and leaves him unable to stop thinking about the one woman he knows he shouldn’t desire. Even as a beautiful campus girl tries to catch his attention, Yunho keeps getting pulled back into the dangerous tension at home.
Why start here: This is a classic in-law forbidden romance with a very high rating and an uncensored version available — an ideal introduction to what Honeytoon is best at.
Free to try: Prologue + Episode 1
3. Secret Siblings
Taesung and Haeun grew up together and were always seen as brother and sister — even though they’re not blood-related. One awkward incident suddenly shatters their familiar dynamic, forcing buried emotions to surface and making them question what their bond truly means.
What starts as confusion and guilt slowly turns into intense forbidden attraction that neither of them can ignore.
Why start here: This is the highest-rated series in the guide and one of the best emotional entry points on Honeytoon. It perfectly balances story and spice without feeling overwhelming for new readers.
Free to try: Prologue + Episode 1
4. Close Family
Jung Daeman has always lived as the outsider — publicly the adopted son of a wealthy family, but privately treated like a servant. Everything changes when Mr. Kim returns and demands the family finally treat Daeman as a true son. This sudden shift brings him dangerously closer to the one sister who always showed him kindness.
What begins as gratitude and warmth slowly turns into something far more forbidden and intense.
Why start here: It has one of the strongest emotional foundations on the platform. This story is perfect for readers who want a spiced story.
Free to try: Prologue + Episode 1
5. Teach Me First!
A simple family reunion at the countryside ranch turns into something much more dangerous when two forbidden attractions ignite at the same time. Andy is shocked by how much his stepsister Mia has changed, while his wife Ember finds herself irresistibly drawn to Andy’s rugged and authoritative father, Jack. Two intense storylines run parallel, creating constant tension under one roof.
Why start here: Fully completed with a bold dual-storyline structure that keeps things fresh and addictive. It also opens the door to other great series by the same authors — perfect for new readers who want both quality and quantity.
Free to try: Prologue + Episodes 1–3 (the most generous free access on this list)
6. Honeymoon With My Mother-In-Law
Oliver thought he was going on a romantic honeymoon with his new wife, Chloe. Until she unexpectedly brought her mother along. What should have been a dreamy getaway quickly turns into a tense and dangerously seductive triangle as Oliver finds himself caught between his wife and his stunning mother-in-law.
Why start here: A completed Honeytoon Original that perfectly showcases the platform’s signature style — high-quality art, strong tension, and bold in-law dynamics.
Free to try: Prologue + Episodes 1–3
7. Lesson S
Back from military service with his confidence shattered, Sang-chul asks the beautiful and intelligent Hee-soo for private lessons to help him win over the campus queen. What begins as a simple tutoring arrangement quickly spirals into a dangerous game of escalating tension and blurred boundaries.
Why start here: Perfectly structured escalation, a relatable campus setting, and a fully completed story with a satisfying arc — an ideal entry point for new readers who want a clean, high-quality experience without waiting for updates.
Free to try: Prologue + Episodes 1–2
8. Strong Witch
University life takes a chaotic turn when a simple group project leads a student to the wrong room — and straight into an unexpected, unforgettable moment with a girl known as the Strong Witch. What starts as an embarrassing mix-up quickly pulls him into a bold and flirtatious new world.
Why start here: One of the easiest and most welcoming first episodes on Honeytoon. Light campus tone, high rating, fully completed — perfect low-barrier entry point for new readers.
Free to try: Prologue + Episodes 1
9. Lustful Games
An anonymous message promises every senior from Class 5 a $10,000 reward if they attend an alumni reunion on a remote, abandoned island. Everyone thinks it’s a joke — until they show up and realize it’s very real. What begins as a mysterious gathering quickly forces the former classmates to confront buried secrets, old rivalries, and versions of themselves they thought they left behind after graduation.
Why start here: Completely different in tone and premise from the usual Honeytoon stories. If you’re tired of classic in-law or campus tropes, this long-running series with urban fantasy and drama elements offers something fresh and unique.
Free to try: Episode 1
10. Married Woman’s Secret
Thirty, married, and living a life that looks perfect from the outside — but her husband is always working, and she’s done feeling empty. Told from a bold and candid female perspective, this series follows a married woman as she finally decides to stop waiting and begins exploring her desires, frustrations, and long-repressed needs.
Why start here: It’s the only completed series in this guide with a strong female protagonist POV — a refreshing and honest perspective that many new readers are looking for.
Free to try: Prologue + Episode 1–2
11. Desire Village
Rent is due, and the charming, flirtatious realtor at Desire Village has a very unconventional solution in mind. A simple financial problem quickly turns into a playful, teasing, and steamy game between the tenant and the seductive realtor who knows exactly how to collect “payment.”
Why start here: This is one of the best low-stakes, zero-ramp-up entry points on Honeytoon. Light, breezy, and fun — ideal if you want to feel what the platform is like without diving into heavy drama or long commitments right away.
Free to try: Prologue + Episode 1–4
12. Welcome to the Big City
Gildong moves from a quiet small town to Seoul, full of dreams to become a professional comic artist. The big city welcomes him with much more than just inspiration — new neighbors, unexpected opportunities, and situations far more exciting than anything he experienced back home.
Why start here: This is the lightest, most slice-of-life series on the list. With a relaxed tone and only 30 episodes, it’s the perfect low-pressure entry point for readers who want to explore Honeytoon without jumping straight into heavy drama or intense spice.
Free to try: Episode 1
Completed vs. Ongoing — What’s the Difference for New Readers?
Many first-time readers get confused about whether to start with a completed or ongoing series. Here’s the clear difference:
My advice for beginners:
Start with the completed series if you want a smooth, frustration-free experience. Only jump into ongoing ones once you’ve found a story and characters you’re truly hooked on.
What to Read Next After Your First Series
Finished your first Honeytoon series? Here’s where to go next:
- Loved Secret Siblings? → Dive in Close Family for the same emotional family tension and deeper drama. The story follows Jung Daeman, an adopted son treated like a servant by his wealthy family. When Mr. Kim demands they accept him as a true son, family boundaries begin to blur, bringing Daeman closer to them than ever before.
- Finished Teach Me First! and want more? → Continue with its direct spin-offs:
Show Me How – Mia is showing Ember how to milk the cow, and of course, she hasn’t forgotten about Andy either.
Put It Inside Me – Andy arrives at the campground with his sister Mia. And there is no hope for a peaceful time, because Mia makes new friends who want to spend time in a more interesting way.
- Hooked on May I Watch At Least?? → Read Backseat Trip with my Stepmother, another strong completed series by the same author, Heraldic Lilly. In Backseat With My Stepmother, Ethan stuck with his stepmother in the backseat of the car and decided to take an opportunity.
There’s always another addictive story waiting — enjoy the ride!
That’s it — your perfect starting guide to Honeytoon!
These 12 series will be your perfect first addiction.
My personal advice? Just pick one that sounds interesting, read the free episodes, and see where it takes you. You don’t need to overthink it.
Happy reading!
— Alex
