My Matchmaking Partner is The School’s Top Beauty. She Seems Serious But Is Actually A Spoiled Girl At Home Novel Review
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By eru, える
2021
Description
The main character, Hirase Yuzuki, is a high school student who has to go on an arranged marriage to take over the family business when his older brother runs away to study abroad. He doesn’t want to accept the arranged marriage that his parents have set up for him, but then, Kashiwagi Yukina, His classmate and the school’s top beauty, appears. …Huh? It’s a completely different impression from the one at school… And so, begins my life together with Yukina. I wonder what’s going to happen…
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- kakuyomu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
My Matchmaking Partner is The School’s Top Beauty. She Seems Serious But Is Actually A Spoiled Girl At Home Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on My Matchmaking Partner is The School’s Top Beauty. She Seems Serious But Is Actually A Spoiled Girl At Home
This title definitely grabbed my attention! The premise is right up my alley: arranged marriage, school life, and a seemingly perfect girl with a hidden spoiled side? Sign me up! While I haven’t read all the chapters, I’ve dived in enough to form some initial opinions.
First Impressions
The beginning intrigued me. The whole "matchmaking with a classmate" setup is a classic trope, but I was eager to see the unique spin the author would put on it. The prologue did its job of hooking me in, promising a sweet and perhaps comedic romance.
What Works Well
The cuteness factor is definitely high with this one. It seems the story leans heavily into creating a sweet, fluffy atmosphere, which, let's be honest, is exactly what I'm looking for sometimes! The female lead falling in love first is a trope I adore, and the cohabitation aspect adds another layer of potential for adorable interactions. The author seemed to be setting the stage for some delightful slice-of-life moments.
Areas of Concern
I do have some reservations. I've heard some concerns raised about the originality of the initial premise, with comparisons being drawn to other works with similar themes. While tropes are tropes for a reason, it's important for a story to find its own unique voice and avoid feeling like a direct copy. Also, I'm a bit wary of the time skip into a future full of flirting. I personally prefer seeing the development of the relationship organically, and a sudden jump might feel jarring.
Final Verdict
Overall, "My Matchmaking Partner is The School’s Top Beauty. She Seems Serious But Is Actually A Spoiled Girl At Home" has the potential to be a charming and enjoyable read, especially if you're looking for something lighthearted and fluffy. However, it's important to go in with the understanding that it might lean heavily into familiar tropes and that the pacing might not be for everyone. I'm cautiously optimistic and hoping that the story can overcome its initial hurdles and deliver a truly unique and heartwarming romance.
