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This aint a feel good romanticizing novel. At least so far. For some that might not be their taste. But thats not an objective way to criticize the quality of the novel.I couldnt help but write a review half way while I had these thoughts mid reading. The title seems to really hold through. Everything seems to lean more of a "depressing illusion".Im very glad they pointed out many times how bad it is that the ML is 28 and the MC despite being 20, is still a "kid". There are many who would argue 20 is not a kid in real life. And consume fiction with younger ages without retrospect, including myself. Also glad that to me the s*x didnt come off too much as romanticized and a s*xual fantasy.Ive ready many novels that romanticize and sexualize these age/power dynamics. I always can put it off as fiction. But the overall atmosphere and tone of the novel hits more of a reminder of a depressing reality that this isnt healthy in real life. I appreciate the author for the tone and reminders.Theres also many similar themes of the "depressing illusions". The reality of how difficult it is on the mental health of actually transmigrating, and the "yandere" trope on the original MC.I mean im assuming it would end up with the planned couples together, and end up feel good in the end. Thats probably when I switch back to putting it off as just fiction in the end. Realizing this illusion is.. Indeed depressing.This novel doesnt make me feel good at all. But in fact thats why I appreciate the maturity and message of the author all the more.
