Portrait of Queen Berta: I Accidentally Got Pregnant With His Majesty’s Child
By himawari, nishino himawari, 向日葵, 西野向日葵
111 chapters
2019
Description
Berta’s marriage was suddenly arranged, she will become the second consort of the King. The current royal family that values the lineage over all, with several generations of consanguineous marriages, to preserve its “purity”. The politics of the Kingdom, following the idea of the pure blood noblemen’s superiority, caused the national power to decline. To retain the power of the Kingdom, the Royal Family decided to take a desperate measure, a marriage with a woman from the ethnic group to which belongs the majority of the population. The bitterness of this act… Those who were previously considered a subjugated group of people living on the frontiers. The chosen bride is Berta, the first daughter of the current lord of Kasha, the largest estate on the frontier and also a powerful faction. The marriage life started in hard mode, a husband that doesn’t love her, a Queen that hates her, however, she still is forced to fulfill her role duties. Berta has decided to endure the hardship, that were already expected by her, and wait for the day when there’s no more need of her in the palace, and she can return home. However, Berta’s initial plans are ruined by an unexpected situation. After passing three nights with the King, as the royal rules dictated for a newlywed bride, Berta got pregnant with His Majesty’s child!!
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- fujimi shobo
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
Portrait of Queen Berta: I Accidentally Got Pregnant With His Majesty’s Child Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Portrait of Queen Berta: I Accidentally Got Pregnant With His Majesty’s Child
"Portrait of Queen Berta" definitely grabbed my attention with its intriguing title, and after diving into the available chapters, I found myself with mixed feelings. It's a story with a lot of potential, but also a few areas that could use some polish, at least from what I've seen so far.
First Impressions
The initial setup is pretty compelling. We're thrown into the thick of inner palace politics, with Queen Berta navigating the treacherous waters of the imperial harem. The dynamic between her and the First Queen, who seems to be struggling with infertility and perhaps a touch of madness, is immediately engaging. I was particularly drawn to Berta's character – she seems clever and surprisingly calm amidst all the drama. The forced marriage trope is a classic, but it's handled in a way that makes me want to see how Berta will navigate her situation.
What Works Well
The writing itself is quite good. The translation reads smoothly, which is always a huge plus. I appreciate that the story focuses primarily on Berta, allowing us to really get into her head and understand her motivations. I also find the complex family relationships, and the hint of childcare elements later on, to be very appealing. I do like the touch of political intrigue.
Areas of Concern
My main concern is the pacing and the limited character development beyond Berta. While I understand the focus is on her, the other characters, including the King, feel a bit underdeveloped. The King especially feels more like a plot device than a fully realized person. I'm hoping that as the story progresses, we'll see more depth from the supporting cast. The limited number of translated chapters is also a bit of a downer. I'm eager to see where the story goes, but having only a small sample size makes it difficult to fully invest.
Final Verdict
Overall, "Portrait of Queen Berta" is a promising read with a strong female lead and an interesting premise. The excellent translation and focus on Berta's perspective are definite strengths. However, the slow pacing and lack of development for other characters are areas that could be improved. I'm cautiously optimistic and will be keeping an eye on future updates.
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