The Hero’s Cute Childhood Friend, Doesn’t Know of His Pitch-Black Nature Novel Review
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By momokado isshin, 百門一新
23 chapters
2017
Description
Running around with the appearance of a boy, the lively commoner girl Tiese, had a beautiful and perfect childhood friend. He, since childhood, didn’t realize that Tiese was a girl, yet was so kind that he felt moral responsibility every time she ended up getting hurt. The childhood friend defeated the half-demon king, and returned as a Hero. While not knowing the reason he went and returned from the journey, Tiese was thinking of parting from her anxious childhood friend, but……Before the job she was about to take just next, she, got involved with a kind Demon King with love troubles, and his not so kind Prime Minister.
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Publication Information
- Original Publisher
- syosetu
- Original Language
- japanese
- Type
- Web Novel
The Hero’s Cute Childhood Friend, Doesn’t Know of His Pitch-Black Nature Review & Spoilers - Novel Translator
My Thoughts on The Hero’s Cute Childhood Friend, Doesn’t Know of His Pitch-Black Nature
I dove into "The Hero’s Cute Childhood Friend, Doesn’t Know of His Pitch-Black Nature" with a mix of excitement and trepidation, given the title. Childhood friends, dark secrets, and a potential demon lord? Sounded like a wild ride! Now that I've spent some time with it, here are my thoughts.
First Impressions
Initially, I was intrigued by the premise. The dynamic between a seemingly oblivious female protagonist and a hero harboring hidden depths is a classic setup ripe for dramatic tension and maybe even some dark humor. I was ready for a story full of misunderstandings, slow-burn romance, and maybe a touch of the sinister.
What Works Well
One aspect I found genuinely enjoyable was the interaction between the protagonist, Tiese, and the demon king, along with his prime minister. The humor shines through in these scenes, creating a lighthearted counterpoint to the darker elements hinted at elsewhere. This comedic relief is definitely a strong point and kept me engaged even when other parts of the story felt a little slow.
Areas of Concern
While the comedic aspects were a plus, I did find myself getting a little frustrated with the communication – or lack thereof – between the hero and Tiese. The whole "misunderstanding" trope can be fun, but it needs to be handled delicately. If it drags on for too long without any attempts to clarify things, it can become tiresome. Also, the hero's possessive tendencies, while potentially intriguing, need to be balanced carefully to avoid becoming off-putting.
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Final Verdict
"The Hero’s Cute Childhood Friend, Doesn’t Know of His Pitch-Black Nature" has potential. The comedic moments are great, and the overall premise is interesting. However, the slow pace of communication and the hero's potentially obsessive behavior are areas that could be improved. Overall, I'd say it's a decent read with some definite strengths, but be prepared for some frustration along the way. I’d give it a tentative 3.5 out of 5 stars. I think it has the potential to be a 4 or 4.5 star novel with some improvements.
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