Second Hand Love Letter

By gezi bu hui gugugu, 鸽子不会咕咕咕

3.6

CompletedchineseWeb Novel

Genres

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drama romance shoujo ai yuri

Chapters

94 chapters

Started

2021

Description

When Shi Ran was twenty-five years old, she broke up with her girlfriend, Song Yi, whom she had been in love with for the past five years, because she saw Song Yi chatting with other people. Everyone knew that Song Yi had made Shi Ran miserable, but how could she let go of it after five years of hard work? Even Song Yi thought that Shi Ran was just bluffing and soon she would lick her face with gifts and ask for reconciliation. But Shi Ran didn’t. She neatly moved out of the house she shared with Song Yi and came to the company dressed up coquettishly, ready to welcome her new leader with a beautiful face. The new leader was resolute and decisive; an ascetic beauty. Shi Ran was about to shout in her heart that she was okay, but found that the new leader seemed to be her old classmate, the old classmate who had just spent the night with her. She seemed to be fine this time. *** Everyone in the class knew that Shi Ran and Chen Ruoyu didn’t deal with each other. Mainly because of the second-hand love letter that Shi Ran threw to Chen Ruoyu when she failed to confess to Song Yi in the third year of high school. Later, when Chen Ruoyu returned to China, her classmates organized a class reunion for her. Chen Ruoyu replied calmly, secretly clasping Shi Ran’s approaching hand. Later, Chen Ruoyu moved into Shi Ran’s new home in front of Song Yi. In the empty cardboard box, a large box of certain supplies fell out of the “unsatisfactory”. No one knew that the second-hand love letter was hidden in a drawer by Chen Ruoyu. No one knew that Shi Ran was Chen Ruoyu’s dream all these years.

Publication Information

Original Publisher: jjwxc
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

Second Hand Love Letter Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator

My Thoughts on Second Hand Love Letter

Alright, let's dive into "Second Hand Love Letter." I went in with a mix of curiosity and caution, given the buzz surrounding this completed yuri novel. The premise itself, hinting at childhood connections and the complexities of teenage affection, was definitely intriguing.

First Impressions

Initially, I was drawn in by the potential for angst and emotional depth. The title alone sets a certain expectation. However, I quickly realized that while there are definitely bitter moments, it's more of a story about healing and finding your way back to happiness. The "love interest falls in love first" trope is always a winner in my book, and the beautiful female lead was a definite plus.

What Works Well

The core of the story, the journey of the MC and ML, is ultimately what kept me reading. The conflicts they face, while sometimes seemingly easily resolved, felt grounded in their individual circumstances. There's a certain relatability to their struggles, especially regarding communication and understanding each other's pasts. I especially appreciated the satisfying redemption arc and the overall sweetness of the ending. It's a soft, gentle story that leaves you feeling hopeful.

Areas of Concern

I have to address the elephant in the room: the translation. While I commend the translator's effort, it does require some patience. There were instances where pronouns were incorrect or word choices felt off, leading to confusion. It's not unreadable by any means, and it seems to improve as the story progresses, but it's something to be aware of going in. It occasionally forced me to pause and double-check what was happening, which did pull me out of the story at times. The issues could have been resolved with a little more communication between the MC and ML.

Final Verdict

Despite the translation hiccups, "Second Hand Love Letter" is a worthwhile read, especially if you're a fan of shoujo ai and yuri stories with a focus on emotional growth and recovery. It's a sweet and satisfying journey that, while not perfect, offers a heartwarming glimpse into the complexities of love and second chances. I would recommend it, but with the caveat that you might need to exercise a bit of patience with the translation.

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