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Congratulations, Empress
By lou zhang shan, 镂长扇
363 chapters
2013
Description
Hua Jin Lan, a 21st century assassin, was tied up by her sister and thrown into the sea. When her eyes reopened, she had became the daughter, with the same name, of a martial arts family in the Yue dynasty. Some say that the daughter was worthless and just a pretty face; some say she was shameless and proposed to 5 different men a total of 10 times; some say she was a ruthless person and when unable to obtain love she turns to love potions. She was exposed thus while bearing both shame and resentment she jumps into the river and commits su*cide……Wait what? I, an assassin, am being trolled? Fine! If you say I am worthless, let me show you what is a genius. If you say I am shameless, let me show you what is presumptuous. If you say I am brazen, let me show you what is even more brazen.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- readnovel
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
Congratulations, Empress Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Congratulations, Empress
Congratulations, Empress promised a thrilling ride of reincarnation, revenge, and romance, and while it had moments that piqued my interest, the overall experience left me feeling a bit disjointed. The premise, a modern female assassin transmigrating into the body of a bullied young miss, certainly has potential, but the execution, unfortunately, stumbles in several key areas.
First Impressions
I was initially drawn in by the idea of a badass assassin lady navigating the complexities of ancient court politics. The arranged marriage trope combined with cultivation elements sounded like a recipe for an entertaining read. However, it quickly became apparent that the story's pacing was going to be a significant hurdle.
What Works Well
Despite its flaws, Congratulations, Empress isn't entirely without its merits. The translator's work is commendable, making the text readable and understandable. I also found the initial setup intriguing, with hints of mystery surrounding the MC's family and her inability to cultivate. The "tit-for-tat" interactions and the MC's attempts to avenge the original body's grievances were also engaging, at least in the beginning. There's a comedic undertone that, when it lands, adds a bit of levity to the otherwise serious themes of revenge and power struggles.
Areas of Concern
My biggest issue with Congratulations, Empress is undoubtedly the pacing. The story jumps around erratically, making it difficult to follow the plot and connect with the characters. Events unfold too quickly, and critical information is often dumped abruptly, leaving me feeling confused and disoriented. The fights felt messy, and the MC's supposed cunning often came across as childish recklessness. The character development also felt lacking, with many characters seeming like mere cardboard cutouts. The rushed progression from learning martial arts to becoming a princess felt jarring and unnatural.
Final Verdict
Ultimately, Congratulations, Empress is a novel with potential that, in my opinion, falls short due to its choppy pacing, underdeveloped characters, and inconsistent plot. While the premise is intriguing and the translation is well-done, the execution leaves much to be desired. I wanted to love this story, but the disjointed narrative made it difficult to fully immerse myself in the world and connect with the characters. I'd recommend approaching this one with caution and a healthy dose of patience.
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