I couldn't resist leaving a review because, among all the近期读过的"villainess" novels, this book is quickly becoming my favorite. FL, after revisiting her past, doesn't suddenly transform into a virtuous angel; she remains the captivating, feisty antagonist I believe she should be (she had every right to be furious with her family prioritizing their distant cousin over their own daughter). Instead, she chooses to live a peaceful life, painting over her painful memories with the help of the delightful Mary, despite the constant interference from those around her. This excerpt from peachesatdusk's translation beautifully captures FL's misunderstood nature:
"The person standing before us is human, not the villainess of House Everett, nor a cold-hearted witch. She's simply a 19-year-old girl whose family has never recognized her."
Be warned, the story deals with themes of depression, understandable given the mistreatment FL faced for standing up for herself. There's a moment where FL confesses she even considered suicide just to make her family feel remorse. I could empathize with her anger, knowing the same emotions.
Despite my personal pettiness and deep immersion, I must admit Roen's character growth is well-written. It was cathartic to hear him acknowledge the family's role in FL's struggles and his commitment to making amends, both through actions and words.
Lastly, I appreciate the translator's creative adaptation of the title, incorporating "A Portrait of the Artist as a Young Man," which shares some parallels with FL's journey. It's a brilliant touch, and anyone who doesn't appreciate it might need to reevaluate their taste.
Does the translation get better ?
"Short, engaging, and enjoyable chapters – isn't that the hallmark of a great online novel? I stumbled upon this one on Syosetu's top rankings, despite not usually being a fan of dungeon-themed stories in contemporary settings. However, this particular novel stands out for its well-crafted writing and ability to captivate readers. In fact, I devoured all the chapters within just a few days.
What you'll find is a mix of grinding and intense battles. The main character possesses a cheat, but they're not overpowered (OP). This novel leans more towards the Korean grind-fest genre compared to typical Japanese web novels. Romance seems to be in the cards for the future, but it's not the focus right now.
Give it a chance, and it might pleasantly surprise you with its charm."
Nikocado avocado ahh title
Abandoned by translator?
Starting from when?
novel is good but its to long
it was in top ten for a while, 33 is nothing
Estava gostando da história a protagonista era engraçada, quando ela voltou depois de 3 anos pensei que teria uma evolução, mas cheguei no capítulo 147 já não tenho mais vontade de continuar a ler porque é muito cansativo essa protagonista que não evolui me decepcionei.
I already finished 1/3 of this novel
Damn it I loved the manhua so I came to read this but although I haven't reached the part where the manhua is at now
I don't want it to end
This is a charming and lighthearted tale, but the pacing could be improved as it required some chapter skips. The characters lack depth, but thankfully, it avoids common illogical pitfalls found in many Chinese web novels. It's a decent option for casual reading to pass the time, although there are certainly more superior Chinese novels available.
Alternative titles I thought of for this novel:
-Depression and Harem (The Web Nobel)
-Throughout All Heaven And Earth, I Alone Am The Hated One
-My Death Flags Show No Signs Of Ending
-The Main Villainesses Are Trying To F*ck Me
-Guide to Becoming a Villain
-Good People Must Suffer