I Am a Duchess Who Has Rewound Nine Times, but My Tenth Life Seems to Be a Reward Mode Novel Review

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By shinoda mikan, 志野田みかん

4.0

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CompletedjapaneseWeb Novel

Genres

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comedy drama fantasy romance shoujo slice of life tragedy

Chapters

81 chapters

Started

2020

Description

After her fiancé was stolen by Mia, a saint who came from another world, Duchess Alicia Grants was sentenced to death and executed. Every time she died, her life was rewound. Each time, Prince Maximilian would be captivated by Mia! As such, Alicia kept being executed, executed, and executed! It was in her tenth life when she was finally reborn as the poor Baroness Ally. ‘I’m no longer involved with princes and saints!’ Then she decided to work as a maid in the royal palace for her sickly younger brother. For some reason, Prince Maximilian didn’t give any attention to Saint Mia and began to dote on Baroness Ally…

Publication Information

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

I Am a Duchess Who Has Rewound Nine Times, but My Tenth Life Seems to Be a Reward Mode Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on I Am a Duchess Who Has Rewound Nine Times, but My Tenth Life Seems to Be a Reward Mode

Okay, so I went into "I Am a Duchess Who Has Rewound Nine Times..." expecting a fairly standard villainess reincarnation story. What I got was...definitely not that. It's a wild ride, and while it might not be for everyone, I found myself surprisingly entertained.

First Impressions

The premise is classic reincarnation fare: our Duchess, Ally, has lived through nine lives, each ending with her execution at the hands of her fiancé. But in her tenth life, things are...different. The synopsis initially threw me off, especially the idea of her potentially ending up with the same prince who killed her repeatedly. However, I decided to trust the process, and I'm glad I did.

What Works Well

The humor is definitely the standout feature here. This novel gleefully subverts genre tropes, and the author seems to be having a blast doing it. Ally is a refreshing protagonist – strong-willed, capable, and not necessarily the most beautiful woman in the kingdom, which is a welcome change.

The biggest surprise? The male lead and his entourage. Let's just say they've undergone a transformation in this timeline. They're not your typical bishounen types; think more along the lines of a "muscle brigade." This is where the comedy really shines, and I found myself laughing out loud at their antics.

I also appreciated how the story tackles the "redemption" arc. The prince and his crew are actively working to prevent the calamities of Ally's past lives, and it's compelling to watch them grapple with the knowledge of what they did.

Areas of Concern

While the humor mostly lands, I can see how it might not resonate with everyone. Some might find the over-the-top characters and situations a bit much. Also, the heavy focus on muscles can become repetitive for some readers. While I enjoyed the parody, others might find it detracts from the plot or doesn't align with their tastes in male leads.

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Final Verdict

"I Am a Duchess Who Has Rewound Nine Times..." is a fun, lighthearted read that doesn't take itself too seriously. If you're looking for a fresh take on the villainess reincarnation genre with plenty of humor and unexpected twists, this might be right up your alley. Just be prepared for some serious muscle appreciation! I'm giving it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.