A Love Letter to Wei Lai Novel Review
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By meng xiao er, 梦筱二
68 chapters
2023
Description
plumlizi’s Synopsis: FL’S POV: Among the upper-class circle of Jiang City, rumors were flying that Wei Lai, after being dumped by her ex-boyfriend and seeing her dreams of marrying into wealth shattered, was now dating a tycoon from Beijing. One day, Wei Lai was hastily called to attend a dinner. As the last person to enter the private room, she was taken aback to find her ex there. Being a minor character, she wasn’t considered important enough for the host to introduce everyone at the table to her. During the dinner, her ex gave her a toast. “Congrats, I heard you’ve found a new love.” Curious onlookers asked her about the new boyfriend. “Which tycoon from Beijing?” Wei Lai didn’t know of any tycoons from Beijing whatsoever, and she didn’t know how the rumor came to be, so she casually just mentioned the name of a well-known unmarried tycoon she had heard of, “Zhou Sujin.” Everyone at the table: “…….” All eyes turned to the man in the main seat. Confused, Wei Lai also followed their gaze, locking eyes with the man who exuded a mysterious and charismatic aura. Leaning back in his chair casually, noble and indifferent, he looked at her with a cold yet intriguing gaze. Wei Lai wondered if she was really that unlucky. Could this man be a friend of Zhou Sujin? The host of the dinner came back to his senses. Seeing that Zhou Sujin didn’t deny it, he smiled and congratulated him, “No wonder you suddenly came to Jiang City, it turns out you came to see your girlfriend.” Zhou Sujin smiled. He, himself, didn’t even know when he had gotten a girlfriend. The first thing Zhou Sujin said to Wei Lai was, “Since it’s all out in the open now, come sit next to me.” Wei Lai: “…” ML’S POV: On his 30th birthday, he found himself thinking of Wei Lai amid the cheers of his friends urging him to make a wish. Cold-blooded and heartless, that was how others described him. Only Wei Lai had ever called him a good person. It was only when she was using him that her words were so sweet. For the first time in his life, he made a birthday wish for a woman, hoping she would have all her desires fulfilled. One night, the group chat with his childhood friends erupted with multiple mentions @ him: Someone was pretending to be you and wrote a love letter to Wei Lai, but the handwriting doesn’t look like yours. Handwriting came second; nobody believed that the usually aloof Second Young Master of the Zhou family would lower himself like this. Zhou Sujin replied, “No one is pretending. I wrote it.” It was a love letter that he wrote stroke by stroke for Wei Lai. If she wanted to use his power, he was willing to let her borrow it for a lifetime.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
A Love Letter to Wei Lai Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on A Love Letter to Wei Lai
"A Love Letter to Wei Lai" is a novel that definitely left me with a lot to think about. It's a story that attempts to blend the often-fantastical world of romance with the grounded realities of business and relationships. While it wasn't a perfect read for me, I can see why so many readers were captivated.
First Impressions
Initially, I was drawn in by the premise: a marriage-before-love story where two workaholics navigate the complexities of building a life together. The beginning, as several readers pointed out, is quite engaging. I was intrigued by the female lead's pragmatic approach to life after a bad breakup and the male lead's cold, CEO demeanor. It felt like a refreshing take on the "contract marriage" trope.
What Works Well
What stood out to me the most was the character development. The author explores different facets of love and marriage through various relationships, adding depth to the narrative. I appreciated how the main characters had to actively work at their relationship, confronting conflicts in values and personal space. The slow-burn romance, while not everyone's cup of tea, felt realistic in its portrayal of two individuals learning to adapt to each other. It's a story about compromise, communication, and building a companionship that goes beyond initial attraction. I also really enjoyed the ending and found it to be heartwarming.
Areas of Concern
One of my main issues with the novel was the translation. There are definitely some inconsistencies with names and pronouns that made it hard to fully immerse myself in the story. Also, while the slow-burn romance worked for me, I can understand why some readers found it to be lacking in emotional depth. The male lead, in particular, could come across as a bit cardboard-like at times, making it difficult to fully connect with his character.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "A Love Letter to Wei Lai" is a thoughtful and realistic take on the romance genre. It's not a super sweet, fluffy read, but rather a story about mature love that requires effort and commitment. If you're looking for a novel that explores the complexities of relationships in a grounded way, this might be worth checking out. Just be aware of the translation issues and the potentially slow pacing.
