Apparently the Gal Who Bullies Me Likes Me
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どうやら俺をいじめているギャルが俺のことを好きらしい
Original Japanese Title
Also known as: どうやら俺をいじめているギャルが俺のことを好きらしい
By ぺいぺい
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- Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
- Status
- Completed
- Chapters
- 97 chapters
- Original Publisher
- syosetu
97 chapters
2021
Description
I’m being bullied by a group of 5 gals in my class. I go to Eisho Highschool, a school were it is easy to pass the entrance exam. It’s also the school were a lot of delinquents gather I had no choice but to go to this school because I didn’t study and got a bad grade. When the school year started the group of 5 gals started bullying me in different ways. But after a while Kyoko Tachibana one of the gals who were bullying me was being nice to me and is always helping me. I wonder what’s up with her.
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- Original Publisher
- syosetu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
Apparently the Gal Who Bullies Me Likes Me Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Apparently the Gal Who Bullies Me Likes Me
Alright, let's dive into "Apparently the Gal Who Bullies Me Likes Me." With a premise like that, I was definitely intrigued. I mean, who doesn't love a good enemies-to-lovers story? However, after reading a fair bit, I'm left with some mixed feelings.
First Impressions
Initially, the setup is classic shounen: a seemingly ordinary male protagonist gets the attention of a beautiful, popular girl, but with a twist – she's a bully. The whole idea is ripe with potential for some funny and heartwarming moments, but the execution... well, that's where things get a little shaky.
What Works Well
Honestly, the idea is the strongest point. The concept of a bully falling for their victim offers a unique dynamic that could be explored in interesting ways. The cover art is pretty eye-catching too, and it's enough to make you want to give it a try. Also, the fact that the story is complete is a plus.
Areas of Concern
Unfortunately, there are some significant issues that held me back from truly enjoying this novel. The biggest problem, and it's a recurring one, is the lack of believable motivation for the female lead's sudden change of heart. It feels rushed and unearned. It's a bit of a stretch to buy into her falling for the MC seemingly out of the blue.
Then there's the male lead, who comes across as a bit too passive and forgiving. While I understand the appeal of a kind protagonist, his willingness to overlook the bullying feels unrealistic, especially considering how casually it's addressed. The female lead's continued association with her bullying friends, even after supposedly developing feelings for the MC, also raises some serious red flags. It makes it hard to root for their relationship when she doesn't seem to fully grasp the impact of her actions and the actions of those around her.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "Apparently the Gal Who Bullies Me Likes Me" has an interesting premise that ultimately falls flat due to weak character motivations and questionable relationship dynamics. While the idea of a bully falling for their victim is intriguing, the execution leaves much to be desired. I can't wholeheartedly recommend it.
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