Given That I’ve Become a Villainess, I’d Like to Live Freely Novel Review

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By nekomaru

3.3

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CompletedjapaneseWeb Novel

Genres

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fantasy romance shoujo

Chapters

107 chapters

Started

2018

Description

After saving a kitten from being hit by a car, Sudou Nozomi (25) unfortunately left this world. Although I was lucky enough to be reincarnated, it was to a place where my previous self’s best friend was obsessed with. This is the world from an otome game. However, I am not the heroine who finds happiness. Only a bad end – where my engagement is nullified – awaits me. I have become the villainess Roselia! However, the current me is still only five years old, so I have time. “I still have time to spare! The future is hopeless, I might even die, so let’s live freely until then!” I will improve myself leisurely.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: syosetu
Original Language: japanese
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on Given That I’ve Become a Villainess, I’d Like to Live Freely

Okay, let's dive into "Given That I’ve Become a Villainess, I’d Like to Live Freely." This one's a bit of a mixed bag, and my overall impression aligns with the average rating: it's got some charm, but definitely some flaws.

First Impressions

Initially, I was drawn in by the premise – another villainess reincarnation story. I always find those fun. The early chapters are short and sweet, setting the stage for a lighthearted, fluffy adventure. But I quickly realized that the story's pacing is incredibly fast, almost too fast.

What Works Well

The story definitely leans into the "feel-good" genre. If you're looking for something light and easy to read where everything works out for the main character, this might be up your alley. I can appreciate the fact that it has a proper romantic ending, which is more than I can say for many other stories in this genre. The world-building, while vague, is adequate for the story it's trying to tell. Despite being a "villainess" she is still cute and fluffy.

Areas of Concern

However, the fast pacing comes at a cost. The plot can feel rushed, with important details glossed over or simply told to us after the fact. The logic can be a bit shaky at times, and some of the scenarios feel contrived.

Another point of contention is the main character's denseness. While obliviousness is a common trope in this genre, it's cranked up to eleven here. It can get frustrating when she repeatedly brushes off obvious signs of affection or danger.

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Final Verdict

"Given That I’ve Become a Villainess, I’d Like to Live Freely" is a decent, if not exceptional, web novel. If you're looking for a light, fluffy, and relatively short read, and you're willing to overlook some plot holes and character inconsistencies, you might enjoy it. But if you prefer more depth, complexity, and logical consistency in your stories, this one might not be for you. It's a 3/5 stars from me.