In an Otome Game, I Resurrected as a Villain, and My Fiancé Ended Up Being the Boss From My Previous Life!
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By masaki
2023
Description
Nagase, a young, single office worker, receives an invitation to supper from Chief Shimada, one day after work. Nagase is experiencing unexpected good fortune. Additionally, the section manager informed her that he had something crucial to share with her in the middle of her dinner, which caused her heart to accelerate wildly. Nagase is killed when a truck, which was being driven by it’s intoxicated driver out of control, crashes into the shop. But soon after, Nagase was reborn as Estelle, the antagonist of the otome game “A Rose Blooming in the School.” In addition, it is found that Chief Shimada, who passed away at the same time as Nagase, had also taken the form of Prince Curtis, Estelle’s fiance. Esther’s condemnation outcome will be unavoidable if the situation plays out exactly as it does in the game. Will the two of them be able to alter the game scenario’s ultimate outcome?
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- japanese
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- Web Novel
In an Otome Game, I Resurrected as a Villain, and My Fiancé Ended Up Being the Boss From My Previous Life! Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on In an Otome Game, I Resurrected as a Villain, and My Fiancé Ended Up Being the Boss From My Previous Life!
So, I took a quick dive into "In an Otome Game, I Resurrected as a Villain, and My Fiancé Ended Up Being the Boss From My Previous Life!" I was intrigued by the title, which, let's be honest, is a mouthful but also pretty descriptive of what you're getting into. It's a one-shot, a quick and easy read, so I figured why not?
First Impressions
Right off the bat, the premise is pretty standard for the villainess reincarnation trope. Girl gets reborn into an otome game as the villain, shenanigans ensue. The title really lays out the core plot points. There wasn't much mystery going in.
What Works Well
Honestly, for a one-shot, the author does try to establish the setting. The core idea of the past life connection between the protagonist and her fiancé has potential. While it's a common trope, I'm always a sucker for those "past life reveals" and seeing how the characters react. The story is easy to understand, even if the execution has some issues. The plot itself, while not groundbreaking, is serviceable enough to carry the story forward.
Areas of Concern
Unfortunately, the execution is where things fall a bit flat. The pacing feels incredibly rushed. I felt like the story jumped from plot point to plot point without much in the way of natural transitions. Conversations felt abrupt, and important developments seemed to happen out of nowhere. It felt like I was missing connective tissue between scenes. I also found the writing style a bit awkward. It's difficult to pinpoint exactly, but there's a certain juvenile quality to it that made it hard to fully immerse myself in the story.
Final Verdict
"In an Otome Game, I Resurrected as a Villain, and My Fiancé Ended Up Being the Boss From My Previous Life!" is a quick read that might satisfy a craving for a very short and sweet villainess story. However, the rushed pacing and somewhat awkward writing style hold it back from being truly enjoyable. If you're looking for a deep, nuanced story, this isn't it. But if you're in the mood for a fluffy, no-strings-attached read that you can finish in one sitting, it might be worth a try. Just don't expect too much. It's a one-shot, and it reads like one.
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