How Could You Like Another Girl When You Already Have A Cute Fiancée Like Me? Novel Review
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By misaki nagi, ミサキナギ
3 volumes
2021
Description
Chris, a super celebrity beautiful girl who claims to be his fiancée, suddenly appears in front of Kouta, a high school student who is poor and works part-time every day. He learned that 10 years ago, Kouta’s father, who was blinded by money, had a marriage contract without permission. We will not be at our parent’s mercy! The two who hit it off and decided to form an “Engagement Breakup Alliance”. However, this was Chris’s strategy to turn around her first love partner, Kouta─!! “Kouta will make a lie that you have another fiancée. First of all, you should start by finding someone you like.” “Wait, hold up. No need. I could just propose to my current girlfriend!” “…Huuh!? A girlfriend─!?” A love triangle that begins with the cancellation of an engagement!?
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- dengeki bunko
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Light Novel
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My Thoughts on How Could You Like Another Girl When You Already Have A Cute Fiancée Like Me?
This title certainly grabs your attention, doesn't it? "How Could You Like Another Girl When You Already Have A Cute Fiancée Like Me?" promises a comedic and romantic romp, and while it delivers on some fronts, it stumbles in others. Having dived into the completed web novel, here's my take.
First Impressions
The premise is undeniably intriguing: a "breakup alliance" formed between the male lead and another girl to escape their respective unwanted relationships. This concept initially hooked me, and I was eager to see how the story would unfold. The opening volume sets the stage well enough, introducing the core cast and their somewhat absurd circumstances.
What Works Well
The female lead's scheming nature is, without a doubt, the highlight of this novel. Her tactics and manipulations, while sometimes questionable, provide a unique and entertaining dynamic. I found myself genuinely enjoying the "cat fights" and the strategies employed by the various love interests. The author does a decent job of making even initially unlikeable characters relatable as their arcs progress. The comedy aspect is also reasonably well-executed, providing lighthearted moments throughout the story. Moreover, the novel's concise three-volume length ensures a complete narrative without overstaying its welcome.
Areas of Concern
Unfortunately, the male lead is a significant weak point. He starts off as relatively normal but gradually devolves into a bland, indecisive character, making it difficult to understand why so many girls are drawn to him. This lack of development undermines the romance aspect, which is, ironically, central to the plot. The pacing is also a bit off; interesting concepts are introduced but not fully explored, leading to missed opportunities for deeper character development and more engaging plotlines.
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Final Verdict
"How Could You Like Another Girl When You Already Have A Cute Fiancée Like Me?" is a mixed bag. While the female lead's scheming and the overall comedic tone offer some entertainment, the weak male lead and pacing issues detract from the overall experience. If you're looking for a quick, lighthearted rom-com with a unique premise and don't mind a flawed protagonist, this might be worth a read. However, if you prefer well-developed characters and a compelling romance, you might want to look elsewhere. I'd give it a tentative recommendation, but with tempered expectations.
