Can I Still Be Your Heroine Even Though I’m Your Teacher? Novel Review

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By rakuto haba, 羽場楽人

4.3

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japaneseWeb Novel

Genres

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romance school life slice of life

Chapters

3 volumes

Started

2023

Description

Never should be exposed, just the two of them in their youth. 「I’ll be making your meals from now on, Sensei.」 I, Reiyu Tenjō, am a high school teacher. When I shared some food with my neighbor, it turned out to be my student, Yuunagi Nishiki. If this fact is discovered, I might be fired from the school? That’s why we signed a 『Neighbor Agreement』 in order to keep our secret. Since we both live alone, the plan was to help each other out when one of us was in trouble——but somehow, I got won over by his cooking. Instead of helping him, I find myself increasingly spoiled and dependent that I can’t live without him anymore. ‘No, Reiyu Tenjō. He’s your student, someone you are not supposed to fall in love with!’ Drawing closer and then apart——their love sways ambiguously like waves. A youth romantic comedy filled with secrets between a teacher and student begins here.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: dengeki bunko
Original Language: japanese
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on Can I Still Be Your Heroine Even Though I’m Your Teacher?

This novel caught my eye with its intriguing title and the promise of a sweet romance. The premise – a high school student living next door to his newly graduated teacher – definitely piqued my interest. After diving in, I can see why so many readers are drawn to this story.

First Impressions

Initially, I was charmed by the dynamic between the MC and FMC. The early chapters do a solid job of establishing their connection, highlighting their differences and how they gradually start depending on each other. The MC isn't your typical dense protagonist; he's proactive and mature, which is a refreshing change. The FMC is portrayed as a hardworking, slightly clumsy character, and I appreciated the author's effort to portray her as more than just a trope.

What Works Well

The strength of this novel lies in its characters and their interactions. The MC's straightforward personality clashes entertainingly with the FMC's naiveté, creating a lot of wholesome, feel-good moments. The author does a commendable job of portraying their relationship as a result of spending time together and helping each other. I also appreciated that the MC stays true to his feelings, avoiding the common harem trope. The writing is generally well-executed, making it an enjoyable and easy read.

Areas of Concern

While the initial volumes were strong, I did notice some recurring concerns about later developments. The introduction of certain side characters, particularly the stepsister, seems to have been a point of contention for some readers. Some felt she was added purely for plot convenience and found her character irritating and unnecessary. This negatively impacted their enjoyment of the story. A number of readers felt that the love triangle seemed forced and didn't add much to the overall narrative.

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Final Verdict

Overall, "Can I Still Be Your Heroine Even Though I’m Your Teacher?" offers a sweet and engaging romance with well-developed characters. While later volumes may introduce elements that some readers find less appealing, the initial chapters provide a solid foundation for a heartwarming story. If you're a fan of school life, slice-of-life, and romance, this novel is worth checking out, just be aware of the potential pitfalls in later volumes.