Because I’ve Been Reincarnated as the Piggy Duke, This Time I Will Say I Like You (LN)

My Thoughts on Because I’ve Been Reincarnated as the Piggy Duke, This Time I Will Say I Like You (LN)

Alright, let's dive into "Because I’ve Been Reincarnated as the Piggy Duke, This Time I Will Say I Like You (LN)." This web novel has a fun premise: a guy gets a second shot at life, reincarnated into a world he already knows from an anime. It's a blend of fantasy, romance, and a bit of school life shenanigans, and honestly, it's a pretty easy read.

First Impressions

Initially, I was drawn in by the "fat to fit" trope and the promise of a determined protagonist. It seemed like a classic underdog story with a twist of isekai. The early chapters were engaging enough, setting the stage for our MC to leverage his future knowledge and change his destiny.

What Works Well

The escapism factor is definitely high. The story moves at a good pace, making it easy to get lost in the MC's adventures and his use of his "cheat skills" (aka his prior knowledge) to navigate the world. I found it enjoyable how the novel focuses on personality growth rather than just pure power-scaling. And I have to say, the translation is surprisingly readable, which is always a huge plus.

Areas of Concern

However, I did find some inconsistencies that detracted from my overall enjoyment. The MC's personality felt a bit jarring at times, swinging between a mature adult reflecting on his past life and a childish middle schooler when interacting with his peers. This made it hard to really connect with him.

Also, while the novel is titled around the MC's desire to confess, the reasoning behind his affection felt somewhat underdeveloped. It's like the love interest is just there, and we're expected to accept that he's head-over-heels without much explanation. The romance doesn't have much development with not many events furthering the relationship because both leads take each other for granted. This lack of depth made it hard to fully invest in the romantic subplot.

Final Verdict

"Because I’ve Been Reincarnated as the Piggy Duke, This Time I Will Say I Like You (LN)" is a decent read if you're looking for something light and entertaining. It's not groundbreaking, but it offers a solid dose of escapism with a unique twist on the isekai formula. Just be prepared for some inconsistencies in character and a somewhat underdeveloped romance. I would give it a solid 3.5/5 stars.