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The Crown Prince is Actually a Princess!
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By duānmù yáo, 端木摇
314 chapters
2019
Description
For 18 years she disguised herself as a man, and what a man: the Crown Prince of the Yan Kingdom. Now in order to kill her greatest enemy, the current Prince Regent, she ended up in his hands. Will she be able to keep her secret identity and succeed in killing him? Or will love bloom from hatred? “His Royal Highness is Pregnant!” tells the story of Prince Murong Ci, the Crown Prince of the East Palace of the Great Yan State, who disguised herself as a man for eighteen years and protected herself as a “Straw Prince” and cultivated power in secret. Her opponent, Murong Yu, the auxiliary Prince Regent, who was given the Emperor’s surname by the Emperor of Yan, had great martial skills and power, cruel and vicious, strategizing, and eyeing the Emperor’s power. In order to regain the real power of the Murong clan, Murong Ci meticulously planned the assassination of the Regent, but she ended up beginning a strange relationship between them… a strange love. She grew from being the “Straw Prince” to being the Emperor, he grew from being a domineering Prince Regent to a Wife-loving Demon.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- iqiyi
- Original Language
- chinese
- Type
- Web Novel
The Crown Prince is Actually a Princess! Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on The Crown Prince is Actually a Princess!
Alright, let's dive into "The Crown Prince is Actually a Princess!" This web novel certainly seems to be a mixed bag, and I went in prepared for anything. I've read a good chunk of it now, and I'm ready to share my thoughts.
First Impressions
My initial reaction was a bit hesitant. There's a scene early on that felt… out of place. You know the kind—the one that makes you wonder if you've stumbled into a completely different kind of story? It almost made me drop the novel entirely, but I decided to stick with it.
What Works Well
I'm glad I did, because the mystery and crime-solving aspects are surprisingly engaging. The central premise, a Crown Princess disguised as a prince, lends itself well to intrigue, and I found myself drawn into the cases she tackles. The dynamic between the Crown Princess and the male lead is also a strong point. They're portrayed as equals, intellectually and strategically, which is a refreshing change. The chemistry is definitely there, and the "will they/won't they" tension kept me invested. The author's writing style is also quite good with some lines that feel poetic and add depth to their interactions.
Areas of Concern
However, there are some valid criticisms. The plot can feel a bit convoluted at times, and I can see how some readers might struggle to fully grasp the motivations of certain characters, particularly the male lead. While I appreciated the female lead's intelligence, I felt there was a missed opportunity to showcase even more of her "badass" moments. There were times when she seemed to rely too heavily on the male lead for rescue, which undermined her agency.
Final Verdict
"The Crown Prince is Actually a Princess!" is a novel with potential, but it's not without its flaws. The mystery and romance elements are well-executed, and the female lead is generally compelling. However, the plot could be tighter, and the female lead could benefit from more opportunities to shine independently. If you're a fan of gender-bender stories with a focus on crime-solving and don't mind a few bumps along the way, it might be worth checking out. Just be prepared for a somewhat uneven experience.
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