After Having My Beloved Lover Stolen and Getting Kicked Out of the Strongest Clan, I Fell Into Despair and Started Mindlessly Buying Up Beaten-Down S*aves and Spamming Healing Magic on Them. Before I Knew It, I’d Formed the Ultimate Army That Worships Me? Novel Review

My Thoughts on After Having My Beloved Lover Stolen and Getting Kicked Out of the Strongest Clan, I Fell Into Despair and Started Mindlessly Buying Up Beaten-Down S*aves and Spamming Healing Magic on Them. Before I Knew It, I’d Formed the Ultimate Army That Worships Me?

Okay, let's dive into this title – and what a title it is! "After Having My Beloved Lover Stolen and Getting Kicked Out of the Strongest Clan, I Fell Into Despair and Started Mindlessly Buying Up Beaten-Down S*aves and Spamming Healing Magic on Them. Before I Knew It, I’d Formed the Ultimate Army That Worships Me?" It's a mouthful, but does the story deliver on its promise? Here's my take.

First Impressions

The premise is definitely attention-grabbing. We've got your classic betrayal trope mashed up with a "healing and building an army" scenario. It's the kind of setup that screams "revenge fantasy," and I was curious to see how it would play out.

What Works Well

The core of the story, Arus's journey from despair to building his own power base, is engaging. The idea of him stumbling upon a criminal syndicate involved in all sorts of nastiness – drugs, savery, kidnapping – gives him a clear target for his newfound purpose. His willingness to use morally gray tactics, like drugging and torture, to fight back is a refreshing change from the overly righteous protagonists we often see. It adds a layer of complexity to his character that I appreciated. The action of him rescuing saves and forming alliances is also a strong point, creating a sense of camaraderie and purpose.

Areas of Concern

One potential issue I see is the repetitive nature of Arus being captured. While setbacks are important for character development, back-to-back captures can feel a bit contrived and frustrating for the reader.

Final Verdict

Overall, "After Having My Beloved Lover Stolen..." is a decent read if you're looking for a revenge fantasy with a morally ambiguous protagonist. While there are some potential pitfalls, the core story of Arus building his army and taking down the criminal syndicate is engaging enough to keep you hooked. I'd recommend giving it a shot if the premise interests you, but be aware of the potential for repetitive plot points and a lack of focus on the "cheating ex" storyline.