A Monk’s Lovesickness
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僧侶さまの恋わずらい
Original Japanese Title
Also known as: Souryo-sama no Koiwazurai, 僧侶さまの恋わずらい
By kaji ayame, 加地アヤメ
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- Language
- japanese
- Type
- Light Novel
- Status
- Completed
- Chapters
- 1 volumes
- Original Publisher
- alphapolis
1 volumes
2017
Description
Twenty-nine year old Kuzuhara Kano loves her ordinary daily life above all else. While her friends are getting married and having children one after another, she is not in a rush nor does she have any aspirations, living a carefree single life. But one day, her life changes. By a twist of fate, she is suddenly proposed to by a handsome monk. No matter how handsome he is, it is impossible to marry a person you’ve just met!! Although Kano is surprised and instantly refused him, he still smiled charmingly and didn’t seem to give up. On the contrary, a sweet coercive approach has begun—Too much doting, doesn’t he know the limits?! The s*x appeal-dripping monk’s and a carefree girl’s s*xual attraction at full throttle! A cute love story!
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- Original Publisher
- alphapolis
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Light Novel
A Monk’s Lovesickness Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on A Monk’s Lovesickness
Okay, so I dove into "A Monk's Lovesickness" with a certain expectation, fueled by the intriguing premise of a romance with a monk. The initial setup definitely had me hooked, and I was eager to see how the story would play out.
First Impressions
The early chapters definitely piqued my interest, and I could see the similarities to the manga 5-ji Kara 9-ji Made. I was hoping for a story with strong characters and a unique take on the romance genre. I was definitely curious to see where the story would take me and the main characters.
What Works Well
The novel definitely delivers on the 'devoted love interest' trope. The male lead is persistent and clearly head-over-heels for the female protagonist, which is a dynamic many readers find appealing. Also, the smut tag delivers on the expectation.
Areas of Concern
I think the biggest issue, for me, was the slightly misleading premise. I was anticipating a more "taboo" or unconventional romance, but the reality is that Japanese Buddhist monks can date and marry. This took some of the initial excitement out of the story. I also agree with some readers that the characters' prior relationships felt a bit unnecessary, and the monk's... shall we say, preparedness on the first date felt a little out of character. It just didn't quite fit the image I had in my head.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "A Monk's Lovesickness" is a light and easy read if you're looking for a romance with a devoted love interest. However, if you're expecting a truly taboo relationship or complex character development, you might be a little disappointed. It's a decent story, but it didn't quite live up to my initial expectations. I'd give it a solid 3 out of 5 stars.
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