Boku no Suki na Hito ga Suki na Hito

Boku no Suki na Hito ga Suki na Hito, translated as The Person Who the Person I Like Likes, is a light novel series authored by Aoi Sekina with illustrations by Neco. It emerged within the prolific light novel scene of the early 2010s, a period defined by meta-textual narratives and high-concept romantic comedies that sought to deconstruct or playfully subvert the tropes of school-life stories. Sekina, already known for his work on Seitokai no Ichizon, maintained his signature witty, dialogue-heavy style in this series to explore the complicated dynamics of unrequited affection and the tangled social web of high school friendships.

The design and presentation of the volume reflect the aesthetic standards of Fujimi Fantasia Bunko, which often pairs distinct, character-focused cover art with concise, engaging prose. Neco’s character illustrations were instrumental in establishing the series' identity, opting for a clean, emotive style that mirrored the internal conflict of the protagonist. While the series was received as a niche addition to the genre, it remains recognized among light novel enthusiasts for its clever structural approach to the standard love-triangle narrative, solidifying its place as a representative work of Sekina's collaborative efforts during that era.