I don't deny it, Kazuma Kodaka is one of my favourites when it comes to yaoi artistry, plot and characters. Suffice to say her villains are even beautiful. But as everything I read, even by the same author, I try to remain open-minded and yes, a little skeptical. Just because I enjoy one series or book doesn't necessarily mean I'll automatically love everything the author creates. It just means I'm willing to take another of their creations for a test drive.

Getting back to Border… Wow another thoroughly enjoyable read for me. It has a decent plot, beautiful characters and it's well translated. Yamato Suo runs a detective agency with three friends, the office assistant Kippei Yaotome, the hair designer Tamaki Shinonome and the engineer Sogo Kitaoji. While solving cases each man is made to face his past and solve a mystery of his own. The first part of the book, you're introduced to the cast of characters and given a taste of their personalities while they're working several missions.

Will follows Yamato into a very rough neighbourhood and then he sees the young man pick up a guy outside a gay bar. He's horrified, of course, but I think also a little jealous. Throughout the story, Will is quite fond of Yamato and there appears to be some unintentional favouritism. Will beats the guy and argues with Yamato. Yamato lied about his sexuality. After the bitter quarrel, Yamato gives up. He's polite and promises to leave without causing any problems. He says he'll submit a discharge in the morning. This is where the story gets a little strange, but I love it anyway.

Anyway, so I don't spoil the entire book, I'll stop here! Border was good and I mean really good. I didn't have to force myself to finish it. The translation was well done, the plot kept my interest, the artistry awesome (proportionate) and the sex-yeah baby very hot as usual! I totally loved this one and I'm giving it five flames. I think I've found another winner. I've ordered Border 2, can't wait!
Happy Yaoi Hunting
Blak Rayne ^_^!!
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