The Quick Transmigration of the Supporting Female Lead: Everything Goes as She Wishes Novel Review

My Thoughts on The Quick Transmigration of the Supporting Female Lead: Everything Goes as She Wishes

This quick transmigration novel presents an interesting premise: a non-human MC hopping between worlds, inhabiting the bodies of unfortunate women named Shi Chu. I've read a decent chunk of it, and overall, I find it a fairly average but enjoyable read. It's not groundbreaking, but it's engaging enough to keep me coming back.

First Impressions

Right away, I was intrigued by the idea of an alien MC, someone who isn't bound by human emotions and expectations. Shi Chu is, at her core, a comfort-seeker, viewing each new life as a sort of shopping trip. This detached perspective is refreshing, though it can also make it difficult to fully connect with her.

What Works Well

I appreciate Shi Chu's carefree attitude. She's not overly concerned with scheming or grand plots. Instead, she focuses on removing herself from the original host's problems, often letting karma take its course. This approach leads to satisfying resolutions where the antagonists often destroy themselves. I also like the episodic nature of the novel. Each arc feels relatively self-contained, allowing me to jump in and out without feeling lost. I found that the translator does an excellent job, providing helpful context and warnings. I also appreciate that the MC often embraces the skills and technology of the world she's in, rather than trying to force modern or anachronistic knowledge onto it.

Areas of Concern

Despite the positives, there are some aspects that I found less appealing. I struggled to connect with Shi Chu on a deeper level. Her motivations remain somewhat unclear, and I don't always understand why she makes the choices she does. Some of the arcs feel incomplete, lacking a proper resolution. Also, the later arcs became repetitive and unoriginal. I also found some generalizations about women to be irksome.

Final Verdict

"The Quick Transmigration of the Supporting Female Lead: Everything Goes as She Wishes" is a decent choice if you're looking for a light, episodic read with a unique protagonist. While it has its flaws, it offers enough entertainment value to be worth checking out, especially if you enjoy slice-of-life stories with a focus on personal fulfillment rather than dramatic conflict. I'd give it a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars.