If You’re Going to Sell Yourself, Sell It to Me

By 레드그리타

2.6

koreanWeb Novel

Genres

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adult drama fantasy romance smut

Chapters

Started

2024

Description

Once part of the middle class, Georgiana’s life crumbled along with the bankruptcy of her family. Her father, having accumulated a huge gambling debt, left behind only a letter stating he was heading to the New World before disappearing. Georgiana, just barely an adult, was left with an enormous debt, a gambling-addicted brother, and a selfish mother. One day, as she lived in constant fear of being sold by her family for money, her brother accrued another debt and sold her as a nude model to a suspicious man. The man she met through this unfortunate event made her a dangerous proposal: to become his fake wife. *** “I heard you say you’d repay the favor you owe me yesterday, is that correct?” “Yes, that’s right.” After her compliant response, he paused briefly before replying in a low voice, “Then, may I collect that debt in my own way?” With those words, he swiftly removed his vest and shirt. Georgiana’s mouth fell open as she watched him become half-naked in an instant. She had anticipated his muscular physique from his exposed arms and veins while he was painting, but his bare torso was even more impressive. His broad shoulders and the wide chest beneath them were covered in taut muscles, leaving no part of him that wasn’t firm. Especially his abs, which were sharply defined and sculpted, seemed impenetrable by any weapon. As she stared in a daze, forgetting to look away, he approached her and leaned down as if seeking permission. “If you’re uncomfortable with this, you can always say so. This is the price of your promise.”

Publication Information

Original Publisher: dahlia (storyforest)
Original Language: korean
Type: Web Novel

If You’re Going to Sell Yourself, Sell It to Me Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on If You’re Going to Sell Yourself, Sell It to Me

This title definitely grabs your attention, doesn’t it? "If You’re Going to Sell Yourself, Sell It to Me" promises a scandalous and potentially spicy read, and while it delivers on some of that, I found the overall experience to be surprisingly…gentle? It's a story with a definite happy ending, which is always a plus in my book.

First Impressions

Initially, I was a little hesitant. The premise felt like it could easily fall into some overused tropes. However, I decided to give it a shot, and I'm glad I did. The translation is excellent, making the reading experience smooth and enjoyable.

What Works Well

The plot, despite some familiar elements, is genuinely engaging. It leans into the misunderstanding trope, with characters hiding things from each other, leading to inevitable separation. However, the male lead is portrayed as a "green flag" character who genuinely cares for the female lead. I also appreciated that the female lead is neither fragile nor gullible, showing a good amount of fight and agency throughout the story.

One refreshing aspect is the healthy dynamic between the leads. The female lead willingly goes to the male lead, with no forced scenarios or dubious consent issues, which is a welcome change from some other novels in this genre. Plus, there's no surprise pregnancy trope!

Areas of Concern

⚠️ Spoiler Warning ⚠️

One particular subplot involving the male lead's brother felt unnecessary and even a bit frustrating. The brother, a widower with a young daughter, hires the female lead as a governess, which, given his family history and the male lead's activities, seemed a bit naive. The fact that the brother then falls in love with the female lead felt like an unnecessary addition, creating tension where it wasn't needed. It felt like a forced love triangle that didn't add much to the overall story. While the author avoids a messy conflict between the brothers, it still felt like a missed opportunity to give the brother his own chance at love.

Final Verdict

Despite some minor issues, I found "If You’re Going to Sell Yourself, Sell It to Me" to be a reasonably enjoyable read. The engaging plot, strong female lead, and healthy relationship dynamics make it a worthwhile choice if you're looking for a relatively light-hearted romance with a touch of drama. I'd give it a solid 3 out of 5 stars.

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