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’70s Villain Female Educated Youth
By xi zhou, 溪州
256 chapters
2019
Description
When she woke up, Qin LingLing discovered that she had transmigrated to a book and became a female educated youth with a dead husband, an uncaring father and an unloving stepmother. But who will explain to her how her dead husband is still alive and kicking? And why does he look at her as if he’s rescuing a girl that had taken a wrong step in life? Gu Zheng returned from the disaster relief site with only one goal in mind: to save his wife from becoming a villain in the future. But why isn’t she exactly as he expected her to be? ─ Gentle and affectionate, making him just want to spoil her, regardless of what she becomes.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
’70s Villain Female Educated Youth Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on ’70s Villain Female Educated Youth
This novel presents an interesting premise: a modern woman transmigrates into a '70s-era novel as the villainess, with her soldier husband reborn and aware of the original plot. The setting alone, rural China during the tail end of the Cultural Revolution, offers fertile ground for a compelling narrative. However, after diving in, I found myself somewhat divided on its execution.
First Impressions
Initially, I was hooked by the potential of the story. The idea of a modern woman navigating the challenges of 1970s China, coupled with a reborn husband trying to prevent her "villainization," promised a unique twist on the transmigration trope. The multiple reborn characters also added another layer of intrigue that I found interesting.
What Works Well
The slow-burn romance between the female lead (FL), Qin Lingling, and her husband, Gu Zheng, is a definite highlight. Their relationship develops gradually, with emphasis on emotional connection rather than instant intimacy. I appreciated the focus on their interactions and how they express their love through various means. The author does a good job of portraying the awkwardness that comes with two strangers falling in love.
Many readers enjoyed the slice-of-life elements, finding the detailed descriptions of daily life in the '70s immersive. They also felt that the writing and translation were well done and that the story was compelling.
Areas of Concern
Despite the initial promise, I found the pacing to be quite slow. The slice-of-life aspects, while appreciated by some, can feel repetitive and drag on without a clear overarching plot. I can see how some readers might feel lost or lose interest due to the lack of a strong central conflict or goal.
I also found the FL a bit bland. While she's meant to be a modern woman navigating a difficult situation, she sometimes comes across as passive, reacting to events rather than actively shaping them. This lack of agency can make it difficult to fully invest in her journey.
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Final Verdict
"’70s Villain Female Educated Youth" has moments of brilliance, particularly in its depiction of romance and its immersive setting. However, the slow pacing, somewhat passive FL, and repetitive descriptions may deter some readers. If you enjoy slice-of-life stories with a focus on relationship development and are willing to overlook a lack of a driving plot, you might find this novel enjoyable. Otherwise, proceed with caution.
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