Sleep Early Novel Review
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By guan ni ni, 关尼尼
84 chapters
2023
Description
Mu Bai was a mischievous bed-pressing ghost. The kind that fed himself by pressing down on people. Recently, he was assigned to haunt a newly graduated manga artist. However, for three months, Mu Bai hadn’t managed to get a single meal. He couldn’t understand how someone could sleep less than a ghost. So, Mu Bai had to switch targets. He chose the artist’s young uncle, who was a CEO of a big company, known for his stable and calm demeanor, extreme self-discipline, and a habit of going to bed early and rising early. Mu Bai was delighted, secretly visiting the CEO every night to press down on him. Worried that the CEO might change his early-to-bed, early-to-rise habit if pressed too often, Mu Bai considerately chose to only haunt him for half the night. After a while, having had his fill of meals, Mu Bai began to slack off. But the CEO began to sleep earlier and earlier, and for longer periods. Eventually, he was sleeping all day, and soon, he even started to reverse his day and night routines. Mu Bai found this very strange. CEO Yan would see a little ghost pressing down on him every night. The ghost was small, murmuring “I’ll just press down a bit, I’ll just press down a bit” as he lay on him. Once, the CEO turned over, causing the little ghost on top of him to roll off in a confused tumble. CEO Yan: “…” He thought to himself that this little ghost didn’t seem very powerful. So, he switched to a larger bed. But then, the ghost’s visits became less frequent, and eventually, he stopped coming altogether. No matter how early the CEO went to bed, whether he slept all day or reversed his sleep cycle, even if he showered with incense-scented body wash, the bed-pressing ghost never returned. Ultimately, CEO Yan spent a lot of money to hire a Taoist priest. After catching the ghost, the CEO’s first question to Mu Bai was, “Who are you pressing down on now?” His second question was, “Is the grass always greener on the other side?” Mu Bai, being held by the neck: “?????”
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- jjwxc
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
Sleep Early Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on Sleep Early
Sleep Early piqued my interest with its blend of comedy, shounen ai, slice of life, and a touch of the supernatural. It’s a combination you don't see every day, and I was eager to dive in. After spending some time with Mu Bai and Yan He, I can definitely see why it's garnered a dedicated following.
First Impressions
Right off the bat, the story pulls you in with its lighthearted tone. The premise itself is intriguing, and the initial chapters do a great job of setting the stage for the relationship between our two leads. I appreciated that the translation felt smooth and natural, allowing me to fully immerse myself in the narrative without getting bogged down by awkward phrasing or grammatical errors.
What Works Well
The dynamic between Mu Bai and Yan He is definitely a highlight. Mu Bai's cuteness is undeniable, and Yan He's devotion is heartwarming. Their interactions are genuinely sweet and funny, making it easy to root for their relationship. What I particularly liked is that Yan He avoids the toxic or manipulative tropes that can sometimes plague similar stories. It's refreshing to see a relationship built on genuine affection and respect. The supernatural elements are woven in nicely, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the everyday slice-of-life aspects.
Areas of Concern
While the story is generally well-executed, there's a slight feeling that at times, things could be more fleshed out. The balance between the comedic and supernatural elements could perhaps be fine-tuned to create a more consistently engaging experience.
Final Verdict
Overall, I found "Sleep Early" to be an enjoyable and heartwarming read. The charming characters, sweet romance, and light supernatural elements create a delightful experience. While it might not be groundbreaking, it's a solid example of the genre and well worth checking out if you're looking for a feel-good story with a touch of the extraordinary. I'd give it a solid 4 out of 5 stars.
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