The Maniacs are Obsessed With the Fake

By 베아투스

3.8

CompletedkoreanWeb Novel

Genres

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drama fantasy romance

Chapters

145 chapters

Started

2022

Description

‘A cross-dressing duke in a BL novel who pretends to be an obsessive maniac.’ That was a perfect sentence to describe her. * * * Levin de Bervein was the lord of a prestigious duchy and a renowned swordmaster with outstanding looks. While seemingly perfect, he harbored a secret: he was actually a woman! After falling into water unexpectedly, she met the eccentric princess. “Sister, please become a fake obsessive maniac!” Since they were inside this tragic BL novel, the princess wanted her to seduce the bottom male lead instead of the original story’s obsessive maniac to prevent the world’s destruction. She followed the plan and seduced him, acting like an obsessive maniac. However… “Act like you love me. If you don’t, I might just kill the person you love.” The bottom male lead, whom she manipulated and discarded, returned as the Emperor of a new empire. “What do I need to do to have you? War? Massacre?” The original ‘Obsessive Maniac 1’, the enemy empire’s emperor, was truly insane. “With just one kiss from you, I can dedicate everything I have. This heart, this empire.” The childhood friend whom she thought was innocent turned out to be the real ‘Obsessive Maniac 2’ from the original story. For some reason, the obsessive maniacs from the story all come after her.

Publication Information

Original Publisher
Original Language: korean
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on The Maniacs are Obsessed With the Fake

First Impressions

"The Maniacs are Obsessed With the Fake" immediately grabbed my attention with its intriguing premise: a gender-bending, isekai, reverse harem situation. The setup is undeniably captivating. Our female lead finds herself in a BL novel, tasked by a transmigrated princess with preventing the original "bottom's" demise to save the world. It's a wild ride from the start, and I was definitely curious to see where it would lead.

What Works Well

The novel shines in its ability to create tension and ambiguity between characters. The cross-dressing element adds a layer of complexity, and the potential for a competitive reverse harem is definitely present. I particularly enjoyed the dynamics between the female lead and the various male characters vying for her attention, especially the childhood friend. The misunderstandings, while sometimes frustrating, also contribute to the comedic and dramatic flair of the story. It seems the author does a great job of balancing the different elements to create a compelling narrative.

Areas of Concern

Despite the engaging plot, I did find some aspects a bit irksome. The female lead's slow-wittedness when it comes to romance can be a source of frustration. While it can be funny at times, it also makes her seem a bit insensitive to the feelings of those around her. Additionally, the reliance on the princess's guidance sometimes makes the FL seem like she lacks agency. I also worry about the potential for drawn-out misunderstandings that could derail the plot.

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Final Verdict

Overall, "The Maniacs are Obsessed With the Fake" is a fun and engaging read with a unique premise and plenty of romantic tension. While the female lead's denseness and potential for drawn-out misunderstandings are drawbacks, the interesting characters and intriguing plot make it worth checking out. I'm cautiously optimistic about the ending and curious to see who ultimately wins the female lead's heart. I'd recommend this to anyone who enjoys gender-benders, reverse harems, and a healthy dose of romantic drama.

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