somnia's manga / #Reincarnation(194)

I don't know why this is so highly rated tbh, it feels so basic to me. The author didn't bother to actually look into how divorce procedures or business works, so it just feels like the world is bending around MC to make her look successful. I'm no businessman myself, but this void of detail is so obvious bc everytime MC wants to outdo other businesses (or literally anyone) she just spends more money. Speaking of money, in a manwha all about money you'd think it would be explained how much money is worth where, or at least the value compared to Won, Dollars or whatever... but it never is. You just have to take MC's word for it when she says this much is little for that without any explanation as to why. The only reason, I think, people can overlook that is bc they're caught up in projecting themselves on a MC that literally cannot go wrong no matter what she does. The world building in this story is also close to nothing, we're just left with assuming the basics, while MC goes through the 10 things a perfect reincarnated shoujo protagonist has to face in every generic isekai romance list. The only times when I read something close to world building, it's something bad that MC has to try and fix because it's bad.

So far it's a cute time waster, the plot is waiting in line patiently. Ngl, it took me a few chapters to get over how bothered I am with the whole mature child spiel, but that's more of a me-thing after reading too many isekai manwha where the story starts off with a toddler MC. I do appreciate that MC and the duke have serious bonding moments and also banter with each other, their relationship feels more tight knit than it would have otherwise imo. Also nice that the duke isn't overly obsessive of his kid- I like his personality as a whole- Well, he obviously does have a huge weak spot for MC, but instead of monopolizing her, he wants her to make friends, be confident, experience a peaceful childhood and just accepts whatever weird traits she has.. like an actual parent.

Read the novel, so I might be biased- but I think the story's pretty good for the most part. One of the better revenge reincarnation stories in the shoujo genre, though there's puddles of cliche content here and there. Everything's kinda super easy for FL to master and overcome, though in most cases you have the hourglass to make you feel comfortable about it if you aren't into those power fantasy vibes like me. The only thing I don't understand is why they had to add this whole bit about FL and ML meeting when they were little kids on the street. Literally doesn't add anything to the story or their relationship - they're already a tight-knit couple, so it feels like someone just yeeted it in because they thought it was cute and not aware of how nonsensical and outdone gags like that are.

I love torturing myself, so I'm very very hooked on this manga right now. From the title you'd think it's gonna be easy-going, but maaan, the anxiety, the risks and the actual severity of Haru's situation is made crystal clear. Honestly, imo it feels wrong to call this smut. Sure, there's lot of tiddy and all, but man there was no point in the story where I felt horny. I want to say that the feeling these prostitutes have towards sex (it being just part of a job and a day to day thing that happens) also carries through to the readers, at least that's how I felt. Anyhow, the angst is keeping you on your toes, the characters are all interesting enough and make you wonder what they might be up to or how they'll be in the future, the twist to the typical medival isekai story is refreshing for isekai trash like me, and plot seems to be slowly taking the stage. So, to summarize: 11/10, nice.

Reinelle is reincarnated as a crow, yet she still finds herself meeting a main love interest of the otome game she used to play. Honestly this one's good. It's more of a light read, but it also has more serious moments to hype and cry along to. Lore-wise it's also holding up well. The only thing I was gonna complain about is this cliche anxiety of Reinelle. You know this moment when the FL feels like she "stole" the ML, or feels their relationship is in danger bc of the incoming original FL. Now, I'm glad that was dealt with nicely here. She brought up here and there, but her life was moving along and didn't have to take up chapters of dialogue. Thank god. Speaking of og FL (Spoiler) I love that they made her into a bestie rather than some, idk, evil demon witch sent in as a spy or what have you. It's cute. Kinda sneaky how now that Reinelle and her future hubby are solid cannon, the author introduces a new type of possessed character with her own romance in sight. Me likey.