Kazama-kun’s Lies is Exposed to the Girls
By makima, まきま
98 chapters
2021
Description
My name is Sota Kazama. I’m an ordinary second-year high school student. But I got into an accident. Believe it or not, there are mysterious phenomena. I had a five-month body swap with Renya Todo, the coolest guy in the class. He wanted to die for switching bodies with me and became shut-in at home. I wanted to stay at home too, but I had no choice but to do my best due to my surrounding. I thought about what would happen when I could return to my normal life, and I tried my best to maintain the status quo and not be found out. It was really hard for me to pretend to be a cheerful person. The most difficult thing was to keep the relationship with his girlfriend, Otsuka Karen, as it was. Ultimately, we managed to get back to each other’s bodies without anyone finding out that we had been switched. Wait, what’s wrong? No way they’d know….right?
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- syosetu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
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My Thoughts on Kazama-kun’s Lies is Exposed to the Girls
"Kazama-kun's Lies is Exposed to the Girls" had me intrigued from the start with its body-swap premise and hints of a budding rom-com. However, after diving in, I've found myself with mixed feelings. It's a story with potential, but some aspects definitely hold it back.
First Impressions
The initial chapters hooked me with the mystery of the body swap and the aftermath. The idea of the MC trying to navigate the social minefield created by his time in another person's body is compelling. I was eager to see how the relationships would unfold.
What Works Well
The core concept is undeniably interesting. The premise feels fresh, and the idea of the girls being justified in pursuing the MC due to his actions during the body swap is a nice twist. It avoids some of the more tired tropes of the genre. I also appreciate the potential for character growth as the MC grapples with the changes within himself. The concept of "what makes a person" is explored well in the novel.
Areas of Concern
My biggest issue lies with the execution. The MC's personality grates on me. His constant avoidance and lack of spine become frustrating. The repetitive cycle of problem-presented, opportunity-for-confrontation, and then immediate-escape wears thin quickly. It feels like the story is stuck in a loop, hindering any real progress. The short chapter lengths also contribute to a disjointed feeling, making it hard to get fully invested in the narrative flow.
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Final Verdict
Overall, "Kazama-kun's Lies is Exposed to the Girls" is a mixed bag. The premise is promising, and there are glimpses of genuine charm, but the frustrating MC, repetitive plot, and potentially problematic elements make it a difficult recommendation. If you're willing to overlook these flaws for the sake of the interesting concept, it might be worth a try. However, proceed with caution and be aware of the potential pitfalls. I'm giving it a 2.5/5. The concept is enough to keep me interested, but the execution needs serious work.
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