I'm surprised that I couldn't get as invested in this book, even though it features one of my favorite tropes. The style of separating the flashbacks from the present day might have been a factor. It could also be that I didn't feel a strong connection to the main love interest (ML) in the story. , it's a solid story, but perhaps I should have followed the author's advice and read all the flashback chapters together before moving on to the present-day chapters.
This short story was beautifully written. We don't get a lot of the ML's perspective, but what we do get can be quite touching.
**Spoiler**
I didn't realize this until later, but apparently, they hadn't resolved their past issues in the present day. They were married, living together, and spending time with each other, but they weren't communicating about the past. The main character's amnesia allowed them to address everything, but some things he learned from other sources, which made me sad for their relationship before the amnesia.
For readers who might not like flashbacks, the author and translator have marked each flashback chapter with a back arrow (<-) and present-day chapters with a forward arrow (->). These markers are placed next to the chapter numbers at the top of the page. Additionally, if you're reading from the translator's site, note that chapter 17 jumps to chapter 25, meaning the chapters are not in order, but chapters 18-24 are translated, so you might want to check the table of contents.
I understand why some might find the initial chapters challenging. Perhaps ML's behavior could be attributed to his PTSD and underlying circumstances that will be revealed later. Initially, I wasn't certain about the direction, but I assure you that starting from Chapter 30, the storyline will improve significantly. Both the male lead (ML) and the female lead (MC) are exceptional individuals - skilled, attractive, and perfectly suited for their respective careers. They are destined to be together, I believe. I'd rate it 4.5 out of 5 stars.
This unique novel truly captures the essence of a relationship requiring collaboration between two individuals. It's a true gem, devoid of over-the-top melodrama or unnecessary misunderstandings. The main characters stand out with their fresh and relatable traits. I adore how the male lead evolves from an unattainable idol into a regular person in love, and the female protagonist's patience, understanding, and realism make her incredibly endearing. Although there are a few parts I don't particularly enjoy, encountering such well-developed leads is a delightful surprise. Honestly, I crave more content, especially in that spoiler-rich scene where Ana visits another world. The exchange between ML and his secretary, where the patient's letter acknowledging his indirect help thanks to his donation is mentioned, piques my interest. If it turns out that the letter is from the MC, I'd love to see them reunited in that alternate realm.
The novel's premise is undeniably captivating, drawing readers in with its intriguing concept. However, the pacing is disappointingly sluggish. Despite spanning 300 chapters, character growth and plot advancement are virtually non-existent. Readers are left with minimal new information about key figures like CC and VV from the future, or the Yellow Finch's mysterious identity, as these aspects remain frustratingly underdeveloped. Despite the extensive number of chapters dedicated to the Genius Club, we gain little fresh understanding of it. The stagnant storytelling turns the reading experience into a laborious task, resulting in a mixed review. The potential of the concept is wasted by the lack of progression in the narrative.
The book is an enjoyable read, despite occasional poor translations that are still comprehensible. Its pace is crucial given the slow nature of the narrative. Although there are hints of romance, it remains undeveloped, and the protagonist accumulates wealth and items from the system, but they've been stagnant for over a hundred chapters. The main progress in the story revolves around expanding social connections and acquiring skills, but it doesn't feel like it's leading to any significant change, merely recycling the same plotlines with different abilities.
The character dynamics are appealing, and I'd be interested in observing their relationships grow, but given the length it might take for meaningful progression, I'm uncertain if I'll continue to wait.
it was such a great read but author dropped it.
This novel is getting fatter and fatter as new chapters come out. Lots of unrelated entries to this diary that its title is becoming clickbait.
READ IT. That’s all I’m going to say.
is this on hiatus.
Eh is all i can say. I dropped it in a few chapters it had decent but not the best translation it used brackets my petpeve and I didn't find it interesting at all really. I would give it a 3 but from my necromancer review I learned I need give stories the benefit of doubt unless it's like the dragon slaughtering system where there's no room for doubt leading me to give a 4 star review.
That’s actually exactly what I did as well
Trash of Count Family