Eldest Sister, Why Haven’t You Married Yet Novel Review

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By xian jiu qing shan, 闲就青山

4.3

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Genres

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fantasy historical slice of life

Chapters

163 chapters

Started

2019

Description

Once transmigrated, she entered a fire pit. Yue You Jin, as the eldest daughter of the second branch, was adorned with a bunch of younger sisters. Her strong soul, however, didn’t have a strong physique. So she could only swallow her anger until she was twelve years old. A s*um Dad, who can’t give birth to a son, cheated while married and brought home the third wheel with him. A grandmother, who places more importance to son over daughters, doesn’t treat her granddaughter as a human being. And also cousin sisters, who want to climb high branches, looked down rural people and a ‘superbrain’ cousin brother, who emptied the family wealth to bribe examiners … Fortunately, she finally found a chance to escape from Yue Family, this bunch of oddballs. Yue You Jin had to shoulder the heavy burden of supporting the family of ten, She can only to empty her brain for money-making ideas. Finally raised her sisters. Initially, she thought she could retire in honor. What? You guys are starting to rush marriage? The little sisters: “Eldest Sister, you and your brother-in-law have been in a nameless relationship for so many years, just short a ceremony. There’s no time like the present, so let’s do it today?” The brother-in-law who never got the chance to get formal/legal status was moved to tears. “Sisters, add oil (go for it)! Brother-in-law wants to buy you a big house!” The female lead’s family surname was Yue in the early stage and changed to Su in the middle period.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: jjwxc
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

Eldest Sister, Why Haven’t You Married Yet Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on Eldest Sister, Why Haven’t You Married Yet

"Eldest Sister, Why Haven’t You Married Yet" is a surprisingly heartwarming and engaging historical slice-of-life novel. I went in expecting the usual cutthroat drama often found in Chinese web novels, but instead, I discovered a story centered on sisterly love and female empowerment, which I found incredibly refreshing.

First Impressions

The beginning is rough, I won't lie. The first 40 or so chapters detail the protagonist and her family's horrific abuse at the hands of her paternal relatives. It's a difficult read, full of starvation and cruelty, but it's essential for understanding the deep bond between the sisters and their mother, and what motivates the MC to fight for their survival. It definitely tested my patience, but ultimately, it made their eventual escape and success all the more rewarding.

What Works Well

I absolutely loved the focus on women helping women. The sisters are all unique, with distinct personalities and aspirations, and their relationships feel genuine and supportive. The MC isn't some overpowered Mary Sue; she's intelligent and resourceful, using her modern knowledge to create opportunities and build a better life for her family. Her past life as a soldier gives her some self-defense skills, but she's not suddenly a martial arts master. I appreciated that realism.

The business aspect is well-done. The MC's success feels earned, not handed to her. She uses her modern smarts to pioneer new ideas and hires experts to execute them. I also enjoyed the slow-burn romance with the male lead. He's a kind and supportive character who respects the MC's independence, and their relationship develops naturally over time.

Areas of Concern

While I enjoyed the novel overall, I did have a few issues. The middle portion, where the MC is building her wealth, can become a bit repetitive. It felt like one success after another with few setbacks. I would have liked to see more challenges and obstacles to overcome.

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Final Verdict

Despite these minor flaws, I found "Eldest Sister, Why Haven’t You Married Yet" to be a delightful and heartwarming read. The focus on sisterly love, the resourceful protagonist, and the slow-burn romance make it a refreshing addition to the historical slice-of-life genre. If you're looking for a story about female empowerment and family bonds, I highly recommend giving this one a try.