Title

Absolute Boyfriend

Also known as: Zettai Kareshi, 絶対彼氏, I Won't Let You Become a Star!, Ohoshisama ni wa Sasemasen!, Aromatic Boy, Shounen Aromatic, Absolutnie doskonały, Novio absoluto, Lui ou rien !

by Yuu Watase, Freeman Wong

Score from AniList: 68/100finished6 volumes35 chapters

Comedy Drama Romance Sci-Fi More like Absolute Boyfriend

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Rejected way too many times by good-looking (and unattainable) guys, shy Riiko Izawa goes online and signs up for a free trial of a mysterious Nightly Lover "figure." The very next day a cute naked guy is delivered to her door, and he wants to be her boyfriend! Has Riiko died and gone to heaven? The cute guy turns out to be sweet, smart, a great cook, and lots more. And he looks like a million bucks, which is what he's going to cost Riiko if she doesn't return him in time... (Source: VIZ Media) Note: Includes the one-shot "I Won't Let You Become a Star and Aromatic Boy"/

Chapters available: 35
Type: Manga

Hoard Verdict

The StoryHoard editorial verdict

★ 3.5/5

A romantic comedy about a shy girl who signs up for a free trial of a perfect online boyfriend, and the awkward, funny complications of a love made to order make the premise surprisingly sweet.

Pros

A clever, sweet premise
Funny, relatable romantic awkwardness

Cons

The love triangle can be drawn out
The sci-fi element is light

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Read the full take

Rejected too many times by good-looking and unattainable guys, shy Riiko Izawa goes online and signs up for a free trial of a perfect boyfriend. That premise is a clever, funny spin on the dating romance, and the series builds its comedy on the awkwardness of a love designed to be perfect. The sci-fi touch is light and playful.The strength is the charm. Riiko's nervousness is relatable, and the perfect-boyfriend gimmick gives each chapter a fresh twist. The romantic mishaps are funny and warm.The weaknesses are clear. The love triangle can be drawn out, and the sci-fi element is light. Readers wanting a deeper romance may find the story stays on the surface.Recommended for fans of sweet, funny romcoms with a playful gimmick. Expect a light, amusing read.