Magic Revolution of a Young Noblewoman Starting Over ~ The Executed Villainess Restores Her Ruined Family ~ Restraint? Prudence? I’m More Interested in Magic Tools Than That! Novel Review

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By niwano hazuki, 二八乃端月

3.4

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japaneseWeb Novel

Genres

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fantasy josei romance shoujo

Chapters

159 chapters

Started

2022

Description

Framed for attempting to assassinate the crown prince, Countess Leticia was executed along with her entire household. When she wakes up, she has unexpectedly rewound to her 12-year-old self prior to her engagement. Memories of the “future” of her magic-toolmaker family dying to the guillotine. Memories of living as a woman in another world as an engineer in Japan. When she recalls these two memories, the magic-toolmaker girl decided. If she becomes engaged to the prince, she and her family will be headed on a path straight for destruction. King’s order or not, she’ll definitely resist getting engaged! For the sake of restoring her declining House and protecting her dear family, this returnee noblewoman will begin a magic revolution!

Publication Information

Original Publisher: hifumi shobo
Original Language: japanese
Type: Web Novel

Magic Revolution of a Young Noblewoman Starting Over ~ The Executed Villainess Restores Her Ruined Family ~ Restraint? Prudence? I’m More Interested in Magic Tools Than That! Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on Magic Revolution of a Young Noblewoman Starting Over ~ The Executed Villainess Restores Her Ruined Family ~ Restraint? Prudence? I’m More Interested in Magic Tools Than That!

First Impressions

Okay, let's dive into this title – quite the mouthful, right? "Magic Revolution of a Young Noblewoman Starting Over..." hooked me with its premise. A villainess getting a second (or third!) chance to fix things? I'm in! The promise of magic tools and a ruined family to restore had me picturing a clever, resourceful protagonist. I was ready for some clever crafting and political maneuvering.

What Works Well

The initial chapters definitely grabbed my attention. The idea of the main character having multiple intertwined lives is an interesting concept, and I thought the start was well done. The blend of fantasy and Josei elements is a nice touch, and the idea of someone using past life knowledge to create advanced magical artifacts is appealing. It's easy to see why some readers find the main character's strength satisfying, especially since she carries the wisdom of multiple lifetimes. The early stages of her growth, supported by a loving family, can be quite enjoyable.

Areas of Concern

However, my enthusiasm waned as the story progressed. For me, the plot started to feel a bit nonsensical, even within the fantasy setting. The main character seemed too overpowered, and her rapid creation of increasingly complex tools felt a little unbelievable. It felt like I was promised a story about magical engineering, but it quickly morphed into something else entirely. I also found that the initial trauma the MC experiences seems to get resolved far too quickly. While the idea is interesting, the execution did become boring.

Final Verdict

"Magic Revolution of a Young Noblewoman Starting Over..." has a compelling premise and some genuinely enjoyable moments. However, the issues with pacing and the believability of the protagonist's abilities ultimately held me back from fully investing in the story. If you're looking for a light read with a focus on wish fulfillment and don't mind some inconsistencies, you might enjoy this. But if you prefer a more grounded and logically consistent narrative, this might not be the novel for you.