Fall in love with me

If you are into prince-and-pauper type romances, then this manga is for you. It's a story chock full of drama, stemming from the typical forbidden relationship between a lower-class individual and an heir-to-be of a rich family, coupled with some really sweet romance and a dash of comedy. Saa Koi ni Ochitamae is a good read if you're just getting into the Yaoi genre. This manga is the standard fare for a "prince-and-pauper" story. What sets it apart from others is the characters. Unlike most BL protagonists, Noboru isn't annoyingly naive and clingy. He's not the type to immediately go head-over-heels for someone, nor willhe back down and stay silent when he's upset - making him a pretty awesome protagonist. The love interest, Naoya, is introduced as your typical arrogant rich kid. Meeting Noboru unveils his more compassionate, caring side, as the two find themselves hopelessly in love with each other. The story revolves around the trials and tribulations the two encounter as they deal with coming out, maintaining their relationship despite the scorn from family, and from a pesky individual who seeks to crush Naoya's reputation... The art is pretty good, and very reminiscent of shoujo manga styles. Noboru's the typical doe-eyed uke, though his indignant, headstrong personality is a huge contrast to his innocent appearance. Naoya's got the handsome, rich-boy seme look - very fitting for his personality. Minor characters such as Noboru's younger brothers - who often serve as the comedic relief - are drawn very cutely. The romantic scenes are also nicely drawn. A few minor issues with the proportions of the face here and there, but nothing too noticeable to detract your attention from the story. The mangaka does a good job at portraying the tenderness of the moment. Sex scenes aren't too explicit - for the most part, the naughty parts are faded out. Good if you're just getting into the BL genre. Conclusion - SKnO is a cute and short read. There are dramatic moments all around, though they are quickly resolved as happy endings. You might find yourself laughing out loud at Noboru's siblings' antics, or wholeheartedly rooting for the main couple to resolve their misunderstandings (there's a lot of these moments). If you're in the mood for a fluffy, somewhat short romance, give SKO a try.