I Didn’t Mean to Save The Villain

By park gitteol, 박깃털

4.1

CompletedkoreanWeb Novel

Genres

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fantasy romance

Chapters

220 chapters

Started

2021

Description

‘Great work, reincarnation. Really.’ Is this a reward for not experiencing even a single bit of love in my past life? I have possessed the body of a frail princess in an unrealistic romance-fantasy Korean novel. Who cares if I have no divine power?I was born with a diamond spoon!Since it has come to this, it’ll be bad if the original plot gets altered.. To maintain this peaceful life, I need to secretly help and foster the male and female lead’s slow-paced romance! Without divine power I had to use others: I turned to the black knights to deal with the villains, help the male lead grow up without worries, stop the villainess’ destruction that will make the female lead cry, and block the villain’s hideous scheme! I have been living harmoniously. “It’s you again, Your Highness.” “Yeah, it is me again. Must’ve been a shame.” My actions have been discovered by the villainous second male lead!But… “…Are you going to meet with the Duke?” “Despite your wariness of me, if you keep frowning your beautiful forehead like that… I will be sad.” “…I thought I would be able to see Your Highness this way.” The villain who is supposedly crazy about the female lead is obsessed with me?Uh, what’s with that look?Why… is your expression like that?

Publication Information

Original Publisher: kakaopage
Original Language: korean
Type: Web Novel

I Didn’t Mean to Save The Villain Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on I Didn’t Mean to Save The Villain

"I Didn’t Mean to Save The Villain" promised a fun twist on the reincarnation trope, and after diving in, I found myself with mixed feelings. It's a story with definite strengths, but also a few quirks that might not appeal to every reader.

First Impressions

The premise is intriguing: a reincarnated female lead trying to navigate the treacherous waters of a novel she's read, aiming for a better outcome for everyone. The European-esque setting and noble characters create a familiar yet appealing backdrop. I was immediately drawn in by the promise of a slow-burn romance and a FL who's trying to rewrite fate.

What Works Well

The slow-paced romance is definitely a highlight. The misunderstandings between the FL and ML, while sometimes a source of frustration, also provide plenty of comedic moments and opportunities for character development. I appreciated the contrast between the FL's loving family and the ML's difficult past; it adds depth to their relationship and gives context to their actions. The fact that the original novel's ML isn't our ML is a refreshing change that keeps the story from being too predictable. I found myself invested in seeing how their relationship would unfold.

Areas of Concern

While I enjoyed the FL's attempts to change the narrative, I can see how some readers might find her personality grating. There were moments when I questioned her decisions and found myself wishing she would act with a bit more subtlety. Some found her actions over the top, which detracted from their overall enjoyment.

Final Verdict

"I Didn’t Mean to Save The Villain" is a decent read, especially if you're a fan of slow-burn romance and don't mind a somewhat flawed female lead. It's not groundbreaking, but it offers an enjoyable escape into a world of nobles, curses, and second chances. If you're looking for a quick, action-packed story, this might not be for you. But if you appreciate character-driven narratives and are willing to invest in a slow-developing relationship, then give it a try. I'd say it's a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars.

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