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U Don't Know Me
Seyun, a lithe and catty high school student with a mysterious past, and Yoojin, a rough-and-tumble, straight-laced judo star, are high school friends who struggle with their feelings for each other.
232 pages, Paperback
First published May 1, 2009
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May 24, 2018
May 2018
Here I was lying in bed cus I was feeling hella hot and it’s cool in my bedroom. I look over at my bookcase (yeh I got a bookcase in my bedroom 🤩) and I see this one and I knew I had to do a quick reread.
I love this so much you don’t even know 😍😍😍😍
5++++++ FOREVER
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***SEXY AS FECK*****
Its so good, I am gonna own this manga and read it everyday. So good, I wanna eat the book.
BEST MANGA I HAVE READ ALL YEAR! Better review when I own it, and ate it.
So I do own it, and as promised I feckin ate it.
Here I was lying in bed cus I was feeling hella hot and it’s cool in my bedroom. I look over at my bookcase (yeh I got a bookcase in my bedroom 🤩) and I see this one and I knew I had to do a quick reread.
I love this so much you don’t even know 😍😍😍😍
5++++++ FOREVER
~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~
***SEXY AS FECK*****
Its so good, I am gonna own this manga and read it everyday. So good, I wanna eat the book.
BEST MANGA I HAVE READ ALL YEAR! Better review when I own it, and ate it.
So I do own it, and as promised I feckin ate it.
June 15, 2016
To be honest, I’m long over the “school life” yaoi. Ninety percent have a predictable plot, a blubbering, feeble uke that looks more like a girl than a guy, and an over-the-top bully seme. Rape isn’t love no matter how you slice it. And not every teenager screws his or her teacher or vica versa, nor would they want to. I realize this is all just a flight of imagination, but honestly, it’s been done so many times, I can’t count that high. I guarantee there are only a handful of “school life” mangas that are actually worth reading regardless of the genre, and U Don’t Know Me is one of those precious few.
Even though the characters are teenagers and there is some reference to their school lives this yaoi focuses more on the story, the ups and downs of Seyun and Yoojin’s personal relationship; how it began and where it’s going, and how friends and family tie in. What I also found unique about this story is that Yoojin’s parents accept their gay relationship and try to encourage and help the young men. It’s rare to see that kind of involvement from parental figures in any yaoi. Most are simply non-existent, dead, or have lousy parenting skills.
Emotionally charged dialogue, detailed plot development, three-dimensional characters, and beautiful art are what makes this yaoi wonderful. The story of Seyun and Yoojin’s realization of mutual love and coming to terms with each other’s strong personalities is what make this a mature romance worth reading. U Don’t Know Me has everything a yaoi enthusiast could want and, more. I purchased my English translated copy from Amazon. 5.5 Stars!
Original Full Review: http://www.blakrayneblog.com/2016/06/...
Even though the characters are teenagers and there is some reference to their school lives this yaoi focuses more on the story, the ups and downs of Seyun and Yoojin’s personal relationship; how it began and where it’s going, and how friends and family tie in. What I also found unique about this story is that Yoojin’s parents accept their gay relationship and try to encourage and help the young men. It’s rare to see that kind of involvement from parental figures in any yaoi. Most are simply non-existent, dead, or have lousy parenting skills.
Emotionally charged dialogue, detailed plot development, three-dimensional characters, and beautiful art are what makes this yaoi wonderful. The story of Seyun and Yoojin’s realization of mutual love and coming to terms with each other’s strong personalities is what make this a mature romance worth reading. U Don’t Know Me has everything a yaoi enthusiast could want and, more. I purchased my English translated copy from Amazon. 5.5 Stars!
Original Full Review: http://www.blakrayneblog.com/2016/06/...
July 24, 2020
Story: 5.0 – Hits all the right notes.
Artwork: 5.0 – I really like the pseudo-graphite tones used and the lanky but well proportioned limbs.
Translation: 5.0
Editing: 5.0 – HQ
Re-readablity: 5.0 – OH YES!
Final Score: 5.0
Rakun (AKA Na Yeri). Oh how I wish there were more stories like hers to devour! "U Don't Know Me" has been happily residing in the upper strata of my favorites list since my first read of it more than a year ago. The artwork is so delicious; it makes my mouth water. As a fan/producer of graphite drawings, the illustrations in this manwha really pull at those aesthetic heartstrings; the choice of tones, while obviously not pencil, are such perfect choices that I can almost smell the fixative. It's not just the art either, what I also love about this title is the real, but subtly awkward friendship between the two leads; both felt they were at the mercy of the other, but in fact, they were equally matched. Moreover, having a coquettish uke who easily skirts the "girly" label, very un-yaoi-like parental involvement, and engaging dialogue, also places this in my top 25 "must haves". I think it's that good.
This is a story about two high school-age guys, Seyun and Yoojin, who have known each other since childhood and how they deal with the way their relationship has evolved over time. This is not a smiles & butterflies love-scapade; while not at all depressing, it has some very heavy moments. Through various conversations and fantastically intimate monologues, readers are treated to the very specific motives of Seyun regarding his choice to or not to pursue an intimate relationship with Yoojin even while they are already engaged in one. Accompanying these open-book sessions are scenes of violence, great sex and enough humor to balance out the more meditative tenor of the work. Even without a comparable number of inner thoughts from Yoojin, he is as well-developed and exposed as Seyun. While Seyun could easily be seen as "the main character," it is Yoojin's motives and actions that move the story along.
In the first chapter (and as it seems, prior to that), Seyun does all but say, "take me," to Yoojin; however, in his efforts, he miraculously walks the ultra thin line between fully exposing himself and doing just enough to confuse Yoojin about his intentions. Meanwhile, our prince, Yoojin, manages to disguise his own intentions by coming off as concerned and protective instead of desirous and possessive. As the pages are turned and their truths are revealed to each other, the gloves come off. From chapter 3 on, it is a 5-way face-off between the unmasked Seyun, the unmasked Yoojin, their individual set of expectations and reality.
Some may consider some of the things that Yoojin does as extreme or gloss over them as common fare for yaoi, but I disagree. I think that passion is an incendiary device for other (usually) well-controlled, but potentially explosive emotions. It is particularly so when the passion itself has yet to be fully defined, thus making it difficult to control. In Yoojin's mind, his desire to act on his feelings for Seyun had been constantly restrained as a measure to ensure that he does not ruin their friendship or impose on Seyun's free-spiritedness. So when he thinks that his efforts were all for naught, he snaps. If you consider the relationship that they have on the surface and the unspoken relationship they each desire as equal parts of a whole, you may be able to avoid dismissing those scenes as the ubiquitous non-con fodder and get a better understanding of the weight of those panels.
I loved "U Don't Know Me" from go. While there are illustrators that I love more, the illustrations for this really get me and have made it onto my Drinkable Art list. Similar to how I can watch some (a precious few) movies from any point, I can start reading this from any page. Although I've only focused on the two leads, they do not stand on this stage alone. There are interesting subplots that do a great job at further enhancing our comprehension of Seyun and additional characters that keep the reality of the couple's situation from being trampled by the fervor with which they are assailing each other as they endeavor to challenge the title of the story.
Do yourself a favor and add this title to your bookshelf as well.
Artwork: 5.0 – I really like the pseudo-graphite tones used and the lanky but well proportioned limbs.
Translation: 5.0
Editing: 5.0 – HQ
Re-readablity: 5.0 – OH YES!
Final Score: 5.0
Rakun (AKA Na Yeri). Oh how I wish there were more stories like hers to devour! "U Don't Know Me" has been happily residing in the upper strata of my favorites list since my first read of it more than a year ago. The artwork is so delicious; it makes my mouth water. As a fan/producer of graphite drawings, the illustrations in this manwha really pull at those aesthetic heartstrings; the choice of tones, while obviously not pencil, are such perfect choices that I can almost smell the fixative. It's not just the art either, what I also love about this title is the real, but subtly awkward friendship between the two leads; both felt they were at the mercy of the other, but in fact, they were equally matched. Moreover, having a coquettish uke who easily skirts the "girly" label, very un-yaoi-like parental involvement, and engaging dialogue, also places this in my top 25 "must haves". I think it's that good.
This is a story about two high school-age guys, Seyun and Yoojin, who have known each other since childhood and how they deal with the way their relationship has evolved over time. This is not a smiles & butterflies love-scapade; while not at all depressing, it has some very heavy moments. Through various conversations and fantastically intimate monologues, readers are treated to the very specific motives of Seyun regarding his choice to or not to pursue an intimate relationship with Yoojin even while they are already engaged in one. Accompanying these open-book sessions are scenes of violence, great sex and enough humor to balance out the more meditative tenor of the work. Even without a comparable number of inner thoughts from Yoojin, he is as well-developed and exposed as Seyun. While Seyun could easily be seen as "the main character," it is Yoojin's motives and actions that move the story along.
In the first chapter (and as it seems, prior to that), Seyun does all but say, "take me," to Yoojin; however, in his efforts, he miraculously walks the ultra thin line between fully exposing himself and doing just enough to confuse Yoojin about his intentions. Meanwhile, our prince, Yoojin, manages to disguise his own intentions by coming off as concerned and protective instead of desirous and possessive. As the pages are turned and their truths are revealed to each other, the gloves come off. From chapter 3 on, it is a 5-way face-off between the unmasked Seyun, the unmasked Yoojin, their individual set of expectations and reality.
Some may consider some of the things that Yoojin does as extreme or gloss over them as common fare for yaoi, but I disagree. I think that passion is an incendiary device for other (usually) well-controlled, but potentially explosive emotions. It is particularly so when the passion itself has yet to be fully defined, thus making it difficult to control. In Yoojin's mind, his desire to act on his feelings for Seyun had been constantly restrained as a measure to ensure that he does not ruin their friendship or impose on Seyun's free-spiritedness. So when he thinks that his efforts were all for naught, he snaps. If you consider the relationship that they have on the surface and the unspoken relationship they each desire as equal parts of a whole, you may be able to avoid dismissing those scenes as the ubiquitous non-con fodder and get a better understanding of the weight of those panels.
I loved "U Don't Know Me" from go. While there are illustrators that I love more, the illustrations for this really get me and have made it onto my Drinkable Art list. Similar to how I can watch some (a precious few) movies from any point, I can start reading this from any page. Although I've only focused on the two leads, they do not stand on this stage alone. There are interesting subplots that do a great job at further enhancing our comprehension of Seyun and additional characters that keep the reality of the couple's situation from being trampled by the fervor with which they are assailing each other as they endeavor to challenge the title of the story.
Do yourself a favor and add this title to your bookshelf as well.
June 2, 2012
A Korean manga like nothing you have read before. It’s bold, it’s brilliant and it will force you read it again and again. A story of two best friends, one gorgeous and one goal oriented and a gentleman in every way.
One of the MC mother leaves him and his father and his father drowned in debt works to his very bones to free himself from obligation he is not willing to share with anyone. This leaves him often in the company of his gentlemen friend and his family who always welcomes him with open arms. As expected very soon their affair starts to bloom in the form of jealousy. Seyun is far from what he appears to be and yoojin is a trusting simpleton for whom everything should be laid out without deceit and hidden agendas. They love each other…….but how ARE they supposed to love each other in a society where being gay is as good as inviting death to your door. With school gangs and mutual rivals, mistrust and overprotective lovers, hidden desires and unbearable crave for the touch of Seyun, Yoojin is ready to sacrifice everything that Seyun already has!!! You must read this Manga if you get your hands on it. the art work lacks imagination at times, but everything vital gets across thoroughly. You will love this intricate love tangle of friendship, web of protectiveness, and boundless sacrifices.
One of the MC mother leaves him and his father and his father drowned in debt works to his very bones to free himself from obligation he is not willing to share with anyone. This leaves him often in the company of his gentlemen friend and his family who always welcomes him with open arms. As expected very soon their affair starts to bloom in the form of jealousy. Seyun is far from what he appears to be and yoojin is a trusting simpleton for whom everything should be laid out without deceit and hidden agendas. They love each other…….but how ARE they supposed to love each other in a society where being gay is as good as inviting death to your door. With school gangs and mutual rivals, mistrust and overprotective lovers, hidden desires and unbearable crave for the touch of Seyun, Yoojin is ready to sacrifice everything that Seyun already has!!! You must read this Manga if you get your hands on it. the art work lacks imagination at times, but everything vital gets across thoroughly. You will love this intricate love tangle of friendship, web of protectiveness, and boundless sacrifices.
August 12, 2018
Super kawaii story about two childhood friends turned lovers. One is a golden boy, the other a (secretive) delinquent who's much tougher than anyone - including his best friend (and his dad) knows.
Extra points for the parental acceptance in a country where homosexuals seem to be taboo.
Man, I dont know whether to laugh or cry at the dad's completely misplaced overprotecticeness. Poor Yoonjun sure gets punched a lot. 😂
Extra points for the parental acceptance in a country where homosexuals seem to be taboo.
Man, I dont know whether to laugh or cry at the dad's completely misplaced overprotecticeness. Poor Yoonjun sure gets punched a lot. 😂
October 15, 2010
How such a simple story about friendship becoming love can be turned into an emotionally resonant and beautifully illustrated tale speaks to the immense talent of Rakun. U Don't Know Me isn't just boys' love, but something deeper and unexpected. Seyun and Yoojin have been best friends since childhood. As children, dark-haired Yoojin has always been the taller, more athetic while Seyun's thin frame and feminine features has often made him a target for bullies--much to their regret because Seyun is no pushover. Yoojin's the star athlete and perfect student who also wears his heart on his sleeve. Seyun's intense, aloof and tough.
When Seyun's family moves away, their friendship continues, but something else has developed too. Yoojin has been in love with Seyun since junior high school, but now feels ready to admit his feelings. Seyun doesn't know what to do and feels guilty because he knows the outside world will never accept their relationship. Still, emotions don't lie and what he cannot say in words, Sayun says with actions.
It takes a rumor about another student who looks like Seyun and Yoojin's jealousy to bring all their secret emotions to the fore.
The love scenes between Yoojin and Seyun are so well-drawn (no black-outs) yet they're tasteful. Even though Seyun is the slender one, there's never a sense that he's a traditional uke. In some ways, Seyun's the stronger one. When Seyun whispers "I wanna have you in me right now" to Yoojin, I just swoon every time I read that.
It was interesting how Yoojin's parents accept their relationship, leading to some very humorous moments in which Yoojin's father steps in to keep his manly son from "hurting" the smaller and "weaker" Seyun.
U Don't Know Me is a definite re-read. The artwork is gorgeous and the story full of emotion. Yoojin and Seyun have become one of my all-time favorite yaoi couples.
When Seyun's family moves away, their friendship continues, but something else has developed too. Yoojin has been in love with Seyun since junior high school, but now feels ready to admit his feelings. Seyun doesn't know what to do and feels guilty because he knows the outside world will never accept their relationship. Still, emotions don't lie and what he cannot say in words, Sayun says with actions.
It takes a rumor about another student who looks like Seyun and Yoojin's jealousy to bring all their secret emotions to the fore.
The love scenes between Yoojin and Seyun are so well-drawn (no black-outs) yet they're tasteful. Even though Seyun is the slender one, there's never a sense that he's a traditional uke. In some ways, Seyun's the stronger one. When Seyun whispers "I wanna have you in me right now" to Yoojin, I just swoon every time I read that.
It was interesting how Yoojin's parents accept their relationship, leading to some very humorous moments in which Yoojin's father steps in to keep his manly son from "hurting" the smaller and "weaker" Seyun.
U Don't Know Me is a definite re-read. The artwork is gorgeous and the story full of emotion. Yoojin and Seyun have become one of my all-time favorite yaoi couples.
January 19, 2018
At start I thought of giving another rating, since there was a forced sex scene, but, then I kept reading...
We actually find out that the uke (he tells us this), would have not let anything happen that day if he didn't want to(and we actually see the proof in the next scenes). So...I changed my rating again... (4.5 stars, was almost 5)
We actually find out that the uke (he tells us this), would have not let anything happen that day if he didn't want to(and we actually see the proof in the next scenes). So...I changed my rating again... (4.5 stars, was almost 5)
December 20, 2009
OMG! So good! The best yaoi manwha I've read in a long while! It was funny and sweet and both the guys and the sex was hot!!!! Wow! I'm so getting a copy as soon as possible!!! LOVED IT!!!
Thank you Rakun for producing such a wonderful, pleasurable read!!!!!!!!!!
Thank you Rakun for producing such a wonderful, pleasurable read!!!!!!!!!!
March 3, 2016
U don't know me is a manhwa about Yoojin and Seyun. Yoojin plays judo at one school and Seyun attends another. They are childhood friends turned lovers and although Seyun may appear as the innocent one he is in a gang and is quite aggressive even with Yoojin sometimes.
People confused Seyun with Sun Choi in his school, Sun Choi slept around so people were calling Seyun names; they probably regretted it. Seyun hit Yoojin when he implied he was sleeping around.
Seyun moves in with Yoojin; his parents love Seyun and are quite protective (when it's not needed).
There is Commitment but don’t want official things or to talk about the future- it scares Seyun as people can become strangers.
There are a lot of sweet things in this manga: shoulder kisses, Seyun wearing Yoojin's clothes, living together, Seyun bragging about his boyfriend doing judo with his friend and so.
Seyun is actually friends with Sun Choi who he defended and they discuss about sex with Yoojin with Sunchul giving him tips. Yoojin was Seyun’s first but he is aggressive and does surprising things.
Overall a non conventional manga with the 'uke' knowing how to stand up for himself. The ending was abrupt I think.
People confused Seyun with Sun Choi in his school, Sun Choi slept around so people were calling Seyun names; they probably regretted it. Seyun hit Yoojin when he implied he was sleeping around.
Seyun moves in with Yoojin; his parents love Seyun and are quite protective (when it's not needed).
There is Commitment but don’t want official things or to talk about the future- it scares Seyun as people can become strangers.
There are a lot of sweet things in this manga: shoulder kisses, Seyun wearing Yoojin's clothes, living together, Seyun bragging about his boyfriend doing judo with his friend and so.
Seyun is actually friends with Sun Choi who he defended and they discuss about sex with Yoojin with Sunchul giving him tips. Yoojin was Seyun’s first but he is aggressive and does surprising things.
Overall a non conventional manga with the 'uke' knowing how to stand up for himself. The ending was abrupt I think.
February 27, 2012
One of the most adorable yaoi mangas I've ever read, 'U Don't Know Me' surprised me. The very begginning was a bit clichê, but the developping of the plot is unexpectable good. Drama and comedy get mixed in the proper time, just like romantic and fight scenes. As the main characters are so different, I thought it would end badly, what did not happen. I wish that someday this marvelous work get published in my country.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 29, 2015
The best yaoi manwha :)
April 13, 2015
I really loved this manhwa, specially with the two faces of Seyu. Violent but completly in love <3
I just, I don't know. Every time I always have to come back to read some yaoi juts for being happy.
I just, I don't know. Every time I always have to come back to read some yaoi juts for being happy.
March 11, 2020
I have mixed thoughts on this manga. I may have to sleep on it before I decide if I really like it or not.
I loved the art style, it is absolutely stunning. Though, the story has elements that made me cringe. Classic (not really) consent problems. Though, it's strange because these boys are both into each other. For some reason the creator decided to make one of them scream "No! Stop!" during sex. Then immediately afterward, the same character talks about how he's always been in love with the guy he didn't want to have sex with. It was confusing.
There's also an abusive father, who I despised. And he doesn't change by the end of the book.
I liked how this manwha discussed obsession in a relationship. But also discusses love in a very real way at the same time. Again, it's confusing.
I really want to read more gay manhwa soon. I'm on the hunt for some good ones. Ultimately, I would recommend checking this one out of the library if you're curious about it. I wouldn't overly recommend it, though.
I loved the art style, it is absolutely stunning. Though, the story has elements that made me cringe. Classic (not really) consent problems. Though, it's strange because these boys are both into each other. For some reason the creator decided to make one of them scream "No! Stop!" during sex. Then immediately afterward, the same character talks about how he's always been in love with the guy he didn't want to have sex with. It was confusing.
There's also an abusive father, who I despised. And he doesn't change by the end of the book.
I liked how this manwha discussed obsession in a relationship. But also discusses love in a very real way at the same time. Again, it's confusing.
I really want to read more gay manhwa soon. I'm on the hunt for some good ones. Ultimately, I would recommend checking this one out of the library if you're curious about it. I wouldn't overly recommend it, though.
August 8, 2019
It was alright. The story wasn't that great, but it had it's good points. The pacing felt a bit rushed to me, but that's probably because it's only one volume. I liked the characters, my favorite was Yoojin's dad. I honestly think he was the best part of the whole book. Seyun's body type is concerning, it made most of the book cringe-worthy. I couldn't help thinking he looked sickly skinny. I know it's just the art style, but it kind of ruined a lot of the book for me because he's the only one who looked like that.
September 4, 2025
Positive:
+ beautifully drawn
+ realistic interactions
+ complex characters
+ supportive parents
+ hot action (it's what you're here for, right? ;))
Negative:
- oh the miscommunications
- the result of which their first kiss is charged with negativity
- oh the jealousy
- why does this story need prostitution? (not by the main characters, but still)
For a story set at high school, the plot is more than I'd expected. Far better than any competing titles. Still, despite the beautiful art, I've outgrown high school stories with their erratic emotions. 3.5 stars.
+ beautifully drawn
+ realistic interactions
+ complex characters
+ supportive parents
+ hot action (it's what you're here for, right? ;))
Negative:
- oh the miscommunications
- the result of which their first kiss is charged with negativity
- oh the jealousy
- why does this story need prostitution? (not by the main characters, but still)
For a story set at high school, the plot is more than I'd expected. Far better than any competing titles. Still, despite the beautiful art, I've outgrown high school stories with their erratic emotions. 3.5 stars.
December 17, 2018
Me encantó la historia. Gran manga
March 18, 2019
Se me hizo muy corta :(
Pero igual, me encantó. Eso sí, ADVERTENCIA... El protagonismo se lo llevan los padres 🤣🤣🤣
Pero igual, me encantó. Eso sí, ADVERTENCIA... El protagonismo se lo llevan los padres 🤣🤣🤣
March 8, 2020
Pretty good.
I enjoy this childhood friends to lovers stories. I really liked how accepting their parents were too. Very good manga and pretty art too.
I enjoy this childhood friends to lovers stories. I really liked how accepting their parents were too. Very good manga and pretty art too.
May 23, 2025
There was more sex than an actual coherent plot 😭. The mountain scene at the end was so random. Not what I was expecting at all 💀
March 29, 2018
This was the first yaoi manga I ever read and it is still one of the best. I've probably read a few thousand mangas, at least, by now, so that's a high grade.
August 21, 2017
Another reviewer commented that the story is hard to follow and unnecessarily complicated. I think that's a very accurate assessment. Really, the only thing I really liked about the book was the artwork. The story largely makes no sense. It's at least 75% filler, which I assume the author felt was necessary because the base plot of two teenage boys in love with each other and fearing their families' reactions is so cliche and obvious. There are also lots of unnecessary characters that pop up for no real reason, with no introductions, which left me wondering who they were and why they were suddenly there. The art is beautiful, but the writing is some of the poorest I've ever read in a manga or manhwa.
The actual love story has a lot of back-and-forth emotional drama, which doesn't even make much sense itself. In the beginning, the two main characters are in love but have yet to confess their feelings to one another. One day they are out together and the "seme" character's friends come along and notice them. Later the friends tell the seme that the uke has a reputation for being loose. The seme forces himself on the uke immediately, without confessing his feelings or confirming the rumor (which turns out to be false). The situation repeats itself later, proving the seme to be insecure and jealous...tell-tale signs of an abuser.
To me, it wasn't a very romantic story. There were frequent love scenes and I liked the sneaking around the characters did. A secret love affair is interesting to me. But rape and abusive boyfriends are a real turn-off. And I have no idea what all the gang nonsense was about. There's a lot of fist-fighting between random characters and the main characters revolving around school rivalries and personal reputations. That stuff was just filler nonsense for the most part and extremely annoying.
I don't think I'd buy another manhwa by this author. If there were an art book, I'd be all for it. But the writing is terrible and convoluted and the author's take on same-sex relationships is just too cliche and abusive for my tastes.
The actual love story has a lot of back-and-forth emotional drama, which doesn't even make much sense itself. In the beginning, the two main characters are in love but have yet to confess their feelings to one another. One day they are out together and the "seme" character's friends come along and notice them. Later the friends tell the seme that the uke has a reputation for being loose. The seme forces himself on the uke immediately, without confessing his feelings or confirming the rumor (which turns out to be false). The situation repeats itself later, proving the seme to be insecure and jealous...tell-tale signs of an abuser.
To me, it wasn't a very romantic story. There were frequent love scenes and I liked the sneaking around the characters did. A secret love affair is interesting to me. But rape and abusive boyfriends are a real turn-off. And I have no idea what all the gang nonsense was about. There's a lot of fist-fighting between random characters and the main characters revolving around school rivalries and personal reputations. That stuff was just filler nonsense for the most part and extremely annoying.
I don't think I'd buy another manhwa by this author. If there were an art book, I'd be all for it. But the writing is terrible and convoluted and the author's take on same-sex relationships is just too cliche and abusive for my tastes.
January 3, 2010
This is Korean yaoi. Is that such a thing? I think it has another name. Anyway, Seyun and Yoojin have been friends since they were children, their parents were friends but now they go to different high schools. One day Yoojin gets pissed off because he thinks Seyun has been sleeping around and basically rapes him. Ooops. Seems it's another guy who LOOKS like Seyun. (I never really got the whole subplot of the friend who looks like Seyun). Anyway, they both confess their love and start dating. But Seyun's mother took off (too stressed) and his Dad moved away for business so he's not big on relationships. Yoojin's parents have take Seyun under their wing and want him to move in with them but he gets too freaked having sex with Yoojin in his parents' house. The parents both know they are together, and after freaking are supportive. Seyun gets past his fear of the relationship going to hell when his friend says basically enoy it while you can. There is also a guy who wants Seyun to be a prostitute but I didn't quite get that either. LOL Some of it didn't make sense to me but I did like the relationship between the two guys, that they'd been friends forever and besides the initial time they were both eager to have sex as often as they could. And it's all on the page. LOL Not overly graphic but lots of nekkidness. Although Yoojin's father seemed to be constantly beating on him for hurting Seyun or for no reason whatsoever. Is that normal for a Korean dad to beat up his 17 year old 6'4" son? I've also noticed lots of yaoi where the mother has simply abandoned the family. Does this happen in Asia? On the whole I enjoyed this but as I said, a bit of it went over my head and some of the cultural stuff maybe I didn't get. Was it supposed to be funny when his Dad beat him? *shrug* A good read though.
November 17, 2025
U Don't Know Me by Yeri Na was, for me, a difficult and ultimately disappointing read. While I came into it hoping for a compelling M/M romance, I found myself struggling to follow the plot, and by the end, I wasn’t entirely sure what the story was even trying to say.
One of the biggest issues was the sheer amount of filler content. It felt like nearly half of the manhwa was dedicated to scenes that didn’t move the plot forward or add meaningful character development. This made an already thin storyline feel even more scattered and difficult to engage with.
The romance itself leaned heavily into overused tropes without offering much freshness or emotional depth. The dynamic between the leads was troubling, particularly the seme character, who came off as overly aggressive, jealous, and, at times, borderline abusive. There was no real emotional build-up or satisfying confession scene, which left the relationship feeling shallow and unearned.
The story also introduced random characters out of nowhere, with little to no explanation or development, only for them to disappear just as suddenly. This added to the overall confusion and made it even harder to stay invested.
As for the art, it was serviceable but nothing memorable, it didn’t stand out enough to compensate for the story’s shortcomings.
In the end, U Don't Know Me felt like a cliche-ridden, disorganized manhwa with a romance that lacked sincerity and depth. I wouldn’t personally recommend it, especially to readers looking for a more thoughtful or emotionally satisfying M/M story.
One of the biggest issues was the sheer amount of filler content. It felt like nearly half of the manhwa was dedicated to scenes that didn’t move the plot forward or add meaningful character development. This made an already thin storyline feel even more scattered and difficult to engage with.
The romance itself leaned heavily into overused tropes without offering much freshness or emotional depth. The dynamic between the leads was troubling, particularly the seme character, who came off as overly aggressive, jealous, and, at times, borderline abusive. There was no real emotional build-up or satisfying confession scene, which left the relationship feeling shallow and unearned.
The story also introduced random characters out of nowhere, with little to no explanation or development, only for them to disappear just as suddenly. This added to the overall confusion and made it even harder to stay invested.
As for the art, it was serviceable but nothing memorable, it didn’t stand out enough to compensate for the story’s shortcomings.
In the end, U Don't Know Me felt like a cliche-ridden, disorganized manhwa with a romance that lacked sincerity and depth. I wouldn’t personally recommend it, especially to readers looking for a more thoughtful or emotionally satisfying M/M story.
August 22, 2017
I'm thankful that I found this book at a library $5 bag sale (as many as would fit in a bag, so about 40 books), not because I'm glad I read it but because it, essentially, only cost about twelve cents. I would have been pretty peeved if I'd had to pay the $10 list price!
Yes, you do get mature boy's love, and, since it's Korean and not Japanese, the artist is quite a bit more willing to show some details. It's not all strange crotch-circling mists and such. If all you wanted was to look at the bedroom scenes, it would be okay, but still not worth $10.
If what you wanted was a coherent plot, not at all. Oh, there's the general story of the lovers, which isn't that hard to understand, and I appreciate that the author decided to portray the trial of coming out to family and gaining their acceptance. However, there's this entire secondary plot involving a doppelganger of one of the love interests, whom appears to sleep around a lot, and the only purpose of that plot is to start the relationship with jealousy. Which is solved within ten pages. But then this look-alike keeps reappearing and does literally NOTHING for the story from then on.
There's also a few art issues, and I definitely found some striking yaoi hands to add to my collection.
So, I suppose if you can find it in a serious bargain bin, pick it up, but if you just need some boy's love, you can find far better online, for free.
Yes, you do get mature boy's love, and, since it's Korean and not Japanese, the artist is quite a bit more willing to show some details. It's not all strange crotch-circling mists and such. If all you wanted was to look at the bedroom scenes, it would be okay, but still not worth $10.
If what you wanted was a coherent plot, not at all. Oh, there's the general story of the lovers, which isn't that hard to understand, and I appreciate that the author decided to portray the trial of coming out to family and gaining their acceptance. However, there's this entire secondary plot involving a doppelganger of one of the love interests, whom appears to sleep around a lot, and the only purpose of that plot is to start the relationship with jealousy. Which is solved within ten pages. But then this look-alike keeps reappearing and does literally NOTHING for the story from then on.
There's also a few art issues, and I definitely found some striking yaoi hands to add to my collection.
So, I suppose if you can find it in a serious bargain bin, pick it up, but if you just need some boy's love, you can find far better online, for free.
September 7, 2011
"U Don't Know Me" is a friends-become-lovers-story, but rather than focus on the getting-together-part it's more about the staying-together-part. The two main characters are two very different people, and even though they have been friendsfor most of their lives, they both have trouble adjusting to each other and themselves in their new roles.
On a superficial level, there are many other yaoi stories like this, but this really stands out. It's beautifully written and drawn and the kind of book that reminds me that there are some truly great gems in that genre.
On a superficial level, there are many other yaoi stories like this, but this really stands out. It's beautifully written and drawn and the kind of book that reminds me that there are some truly great gems in that genre.
September 20, 2014
One of my favorites manwhas..i really love this two so much! The story is really heartwarming and interesting and also very cute. I love how Seyun tried so hard to seduce Yoojin appearing like a weak little kitten before Yoojin's eyes but well as what the title says "U don't know me" ah yes Yoojin still has a long way before he discovers the other face of Seeyun but I love that their really so in love with each other.
The art is really beautiful and the sex are really hot and sexy.. this is a must read Boyslove manwha!
The art is really beautiful and the sex are really hot and sexy.. this is a must read Boyslove manwha!
November 29, 2014
I liked the art and the story for this book, however there were some moments I had no idea what was happening. Like at the end when Seyun is talking to the guy who looks like him as they're on the mountain, and the guy mentions scattering ashes... and suddenly it's in his perspective. I had no clue what was happening. Other than that, this is a surprisingly good story with complex characters. Seyun and Yoojin are not what they appear to be, which was a nice change from what I've read recently.
October 19, 2009
Beautiful art, sensitively drawn and well differentiated characters, interesting plot--all of these facets come together to form one of the best yaoi manga I've read in a while. Follows the Japanese format but has Korean names and an art style highly reminiscent of that of Let Dai--without the depressing. My minor quibble, and this constitutes spoiler, is that the parents are won over so quickly.
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November 4, 2013
ouchhh...!,dari titelnya aja heboh & menantang.tapi,tunggu dulu,menurutku ndak semudah yang dibayangkan,readers.begitu masuk ke tengah cerita jadi tidak jelas.jangan2 manga ini sengaja membuat kita tidak tahu akan ceritanya ya?:P
(perlu 2 atau 3 kali baca bagiku untuk tahu apa yang dimaksud dalam cerita ini!)but,no body perfect!
(perlu 2 atau 3 kali baca bagiku untuk tahu apa yang dimaksud dalam cerita ini!)but,no body perfect!
August 27, 2011
its doujin origins show in the slightly rough plotting (and the increasingly smooth art - which doesn't bother me since i like sketchy art of every description) but not enough to distract from the essentially sunny romance. and the omake explaining a few obscure story points are frickin hilarious.
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