I’m A Villainess, But I Picked Up the Male Lead

By kim zia, 김지아

3.7

koreanWeb Novel

Genres

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fantasy josei romance shoujo

Chapters

Started

2021

Description

I possessed the most powerful villainess in a novel, Countess Edina. To be exact, the villainess who attempted to assassinate the male lead, took his heart, and sold it to a neighboring country. And so, I tried everything to avoid the male lead until I got his heart back. But then, I happened to find him one bloodied night. I tried to look away and just leave him there, but his condition was simply too terrible. ‘Just this time, and only this time! I’ll help you and pretend I don’t know anything!’ However, since this is the nth time I run into him, I think it would be better to just leave the male lead there next time. I’d rather just be nice to him for once, pay my debt, and get over everything! “No, I don’t need your kindness.” But… I think the male lead despises me too much… Can I survive all this? ****** “I still remember those days when you would poison me and send assassins after me.” “Oh…haha…” “Yet, once again, I still love the Countess.” “Wait…what?” The male lead, who saw me as an enemy just a year ago, is now confessing to me, the villainess. “Doesn’t this make me seem like I’m crazy?” I was frozen and couldn’t say anything, but it was I who felt crazy. “But that’s okay. Because I am a crazy bastard.” He whispered softly to me in a deep voice. It wasn’t that I disliked how he’d changed… Ha. This is all too much. He’s exactly my taste- What should I do?

Publication Information

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

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My Thoughts on I’m A Villainess, But I Picked Up the Male Lead

Alright, let's dive into "I’m A Villainess, But I Picked Up the Male Lead." This title definitely caught my eye, and with the whole villainess-reincarnation trend going strong, I was curious to see what this one brought to the table.

First Impressions

Initially, I was pretty excited. The cover art is gorgeous and the premise of a powerful villainess taking center stage, rather than some weak extra, is definitely appealing. I went in hoping for a strong female lead who isn't afraid to take charge, and the description promised just that.

What Works Well

The world-building seems promising, even if it's unveiled slowly. The tags suggest a European-inspired setting with aristocracy and empires, which are elements I enjoy. The initial translation seems solid, and I didn't notice any glaring errors that would detract from the reading experience. The fact that the female lead starts off strong is a definite plus. I'm always a fan of protagonists who don't need to spend countless chapters leveling up.

Areas of Concern

However, I do have some reservations. The pacing seems to be a potential issue. I can understand the desire to build a solid foundation, but if the story spends too long on exposition without any significant plot progression, it can become a bit tedious. I personally prefer a story that balances world-building with engaging events to keep me hooked. I'm hoping the story picks up the pace soon and introduces some compelling conflicts or character interactions.

Final Verdict

Overall, "I’m A Villainess, But I Picked Up the Male Lead" has potential. The premise is intriguing, the female lead seems promising, and the world-building is gradually unfolding. However, the slow pacing might deter some readers. I'm willing to stick around for a few more chapters to see if the story finds its rhythm and delivers on its initial promise. I'm cautiously optimistic and hoping it evolves into a truly captivating read. For now, I'd say it's worth checking out if you're a fan of villainess stories and don't mind a slower burn.

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