The Widow “Misses” Her Villainous Late Husband

By gongzhi wen zheng, 公子闻筝

3.6

CompletedchineseWeb Novel

Genres

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horror josei slice of life supernatural tragedy

Chapters

40 chapters

Started

2019

Description

After the death of Fu Sinian, Yu Duo’s heart shattered into pieces. As his widow, she was the recipient of Fu Sinian’s massive amount of inheritance. She spent her days drowning herself with alcohol and was depressed all the time. She mourned her late husband with the companionship of her designer purses, designer jewelries, and money that could last her several lifetimes. But only Fu Sinian knew the truth — that after his death, this woman hosted parties, lived in their mansion, drove expensive sport cars, traveled the world, and flirted with men. She was having the time of her life. Fu Sinian wasn’t so angry that his soul dissipated; quite the contrary, he was so angry that he had come back to life! Fu Sinian, who had come back to life, looked at the mourning Yu Duo and smiled devilishly. “We are on! Watch me make you fall in love with me for real this time!”

Publication Information

Original Publisher: jjwxc
Original Language: chinese
Type: Web Novel

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My Thoughts on The Widow “Misses” Her Villainous Late Husband

"The Widow “Misses” Her Villainous Late Husband" is a rollercoaster of a read that left me with mixed feelings. It's a blend of horror, josei, slice of life, and the supernatural, and while it has its moments of brilliance, it also stumbles in some key areas.

First Impressions

The premise is undeniably intriguing: a woman acting the part of a loving wife while her "villainous" husband is presumed dead, only for his ghost to return and observe her true self. I was immediately drawn in by the potential for dark humor and emotional complexity. The initial chapters held promise, with a female lead who is both clever and surprisingly shameless.

What Works Well

I appreciated the author's ability to create a character adept at acting and not naive in love. The humor, especially the male lead's jealousy and repentance as he watches his wife enjoy life without him, provided some genuinely funny moments. The tension between the leads was also well-executed, keeping me engaged despite some of the story's flaws. Many readers praised the translation quality, and I agree that it added to the overall reading experience.

Areas of Concern

However, the story loses its way as it progresses. The plot feels rushed, especially towards the end, and several plot points are left unresolved. The ending felt abrupt. The motivations of some characters, particularly the male lead's sudden change of heart and the actions of his right-hand man, were difficult to believe. I also felt that the transmigration aspect was unnecessary and detracted from the story.

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Final Verdict

Overall, "The Widow 'Misses' Her Villainous Late Husband" is a flawed but ultimately readable story. While it has moments of humor and intrigue, the rushed plot, unresolved issues, and questionable character motivations prevent it from reaching its full potential. I'd recommend it as a light read if you're looking for something a bit different, but be prepared for some frustrating plot holes and a less-than-satisfying conclusion.

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