The Wicked Women Are Obsessed with My Cooking

My Thoughts on The Wicked Women Are Obsessed with My Cooking

"The Wicked Women Are Obsessed with My Cooking" promised a delightful blend of fantasy, cooking, and a touch of harem, and while it delivered on some fronts, it stumbled in others, leaving me with mixed feelings.

First Impressions

The premise is undeniably intriguing: a transmigrated genius mage, tired of his demanding noble students, seeks a peaceful life in the countryside, only to find his culinary skills attracting unwanted attention. Initially, I was hooked. The blend of slice-of-life elements with a fantasy backdrop seemed like a recipe for success.

What Works Well

The early focus on interpersonal character development, particularly the MC's interactions with his former students, held my attention. The author does a decent job setting up the initial premise and the reasons why the MC went to the countryside. The detailed descriptions of otherworldly ingredients and dishes are initially interesting, and some readers might enjoy the creative culinary aspects of the story. The MC's mature attitude toward his former students and their issues is a refreshing take on the genre.

Areas of Concern

However, as the story progressed, I found myself growing increasingly frustrated. The plot seemed to devolve into repetitive patterns. The "villains" felt like cardboard cutouts, and the MC's seemingly effortless triumphs grew tiresome. The constant praise for the MC's cooking from everyone who tastes it also started to feel unrealistic and overdone. The story also seemed to lack a clear direction, with the MC's goals feeling inconsistent and poorly motivated.

Final Verdict

Ultimately, "The Wicked Women Are Obsessed with My Cooking" is a mixed bag. While the initial premise and some of the character interactions are promising, the repetitive plot, shallow villains, and inconsistent character motivations prevent it from reaching its full potential. I'd give it a tentative 3 out of 5 stars. It might appeal to those who enjoy endless cooking descriptions and an overpowered MC, but those seeking a more complex plot and well-developed characters might be left wanting more.