The Main Characters That Only I Know - Reviews

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Never been a fan of a FL novel, but I initially found that this was an unexpectedly well-written. Nevertheless, what comes to be repetitively disturbing--at least for me--is the relation-building between FL and ML. While FL is using her intelligence, knowledge and experience in dealing with her situations, ML is "miraculously" stumbling upon chances to learn FL secrets bit by bits. I mean, come on, sneaking into the room and find her drunk and mumbling parts of her past life? and then sneaking (again) to find her in a nightmare while unconsciously speaking about her past regrets? It is becoming repetitive and boring; makes one wonder, who exactly is the true protagonist since the ML Halo seems to be stronger than the FL. That being said, still enjoy the story though, but might wanna drop this should the same thing is repeated again and again.

Ah yaoi that's why the rating is high

The narrative was decent, but what initially drew me in was the intriguing setting. However, the sudden time skip disappointed me as it eliminated the uniqueness of the environment and replaced it with a generic post-apocalyptic backdrop commonly seen elsewhere. Unfortunately, that was the main aspect that captivated my interest, so I've decided to discontinue reading the novel. Additionally, the implausible events that occurred during the time skip only served to detract from my experience.

There's a book I'd highly recommend, despite its harem theme. It focuses less on romantic relationships and more on female characters who develop feelings for the protagonist due to his guidance and support. They become reliant on him, fearing abandonment because of their past experiences. The main character garners affection from almost everyone, even from those who initially dislike him, which is quite remarkable. Reading this novel can make you question your own determination to stick to your principles – it's inspiring and makes you want to take action towards achieving your goals.

So far, things have been quite satisfactory; I'd rate it a solid 4 out of 5. The plot intertwines constellation and regression, which adds an intriguing and invigorating element. However, the pacing is a bit slow. It's unclear if this deliberate or just the nature of the story, but only two characters appear to be driving the narrative forward. Nevertheless, it's an engaging tale with well-crafted dialogue and occasional humor, preventing it from becoming too monotonous. It's a suitable read for casual readers like myself who appreciate a gradual buildup.

"It's alright. If you厌恶后宫题材, be warned that most or all companions introduced are female characters. I unknowingly read it without realizing. While the writing can be heavy-handed with its messaging, the author does put effort into character development, giving them backstory and motives. It's neither exceptional nor terrible – just decently written but quite preachy. As for the setting, it shares similarities with 'streamer' stories like ORV, but falls short compared to that particular work."

If you're reading this without encountering the tags, as I did, it's a "harem" genre. I made it through until around Chapter 112, and while the main character (MC) is commendable and the narrative engaging, personally, I don't enjoy stories with harem elements. Although I appreciate a strong female lead (FL), this particular story doesn't resonate well with that aspect of my preferences. Nevertheless, beyond the harem aspect, the storytelling and world-building aren't poor.

It falls slightly below average. The premise holds some moderate intrigue, but unfortunately, the story lacks direction and development. The cast of characters is disappointingly one-dimensional, offering little depth. While the premise might have seemed appealing on paper, as I progressed through chapter 62, I found myself yearning for an escape from the unengaging narrative. The concept is incoherent and poorly executed, leaving me with no desire to recommend others to invest their time in this book.

The reviews here are premature, as they judge the book halfway through and fail to appreciate its full potential. The main character, the MC, is not a violent anti-hero; his actions towards later adversaries are justified by their heinous nature. The supporting characters are well-developed, each with their own growth throughout the story.

The system's mechanics are introduced later on, giving readers time to understand its significance. It's important to clarify that there is no harem plot, despite initial interests from characters; romance is a subplot, not the central focus.

The MC's contractors are diverse, distinguishing him from typical harem protagonists. The world-building is extensive and evolves gradually, addressing many perceived inconsistencies along the way.

I must note that my experience took a downturn at chapter 352. Despite earlier emotional highs, the story fell into a clichéd pattern of continually escalating battles against stronger opponents. It's disheartening to see such a captivating narrative succumb to this predictable trope.

In summary, while the novel was strong up until that point, the recent development has led me to decide to stop reading.

"Wow, I never realized this story was a harem all along. I only started to suspect something after reading up to chapter 67, when certain interactions between the main character (ML) and Baek Seoryeon seemed off. Upon checking the tags, confirmed – it's a harem plot."

"I must say, I find the overall premise of the story fascinating, but there are instances where I think the MC's skill development is somewhat exaggerated. The characters also seem one-dimensional to me at times."

"In any case, I'll see how much longer I can continue before I lose interest."