- #1
This is basically CHINA NUMBER 1!!!Despite its intriguing premise, fails to rise above the sea of clichés and struggles with an oddly persistent sense of paranoia that permeates the narrative.Let's start with the characters. Unfortunately, they're not much better than cardboard cutouts in this one. The protagonist, despite the supposed rebirth and the genius system, lacks the depth needed to make them compelling. It's like the author is more focused on ticking off the usual checklist for a power fantasy than actually crafting a character with genuine growth and complexity.The plot is a ride on the cliché express. Sure, the concept of being reborn with an ultimate genius system has potential, but the execution feels like a checklist of familiar tropes without any real innovation. Wish-fulfillment takes center stage, and any opportunity for a unique and engaging narrative is sacrificed for the sake of predictability.The time moves so slow. The pacing feels off, and it's hard to believe that only two months have passed after slogging through 160 chapters and a year only passes with only 15-20% left to the story. A more balanced approach to time progression could have contributed significantly to the overall coherence of the story.The most perplexing aspect is the constant assumption that everyone else is out to get China. It's as if the author is seeing enemies around every corner, and the narrative becomes saturated with an unwarranted sense of paranoia. While conflict and tension can add depth to a story, the relentless portrayal of external forces as antagonistic to China seems more like a forced narrative choice rather than a naturally evolving plot point.In summary, "Reborn with the Ultimate Genius System" fails to break free from the shackles of clichés and questionable narrative choices. The characters lack depth, the plot follows a well-worn path, and the persistent paranoia about external threats to China feels forced and detracts from the overall enjoyment of the novel. It's a missed opportunity to explore a unique concept in a more refreshing and engaging manner.p.s/MC relationship with her gf didn't grow sh*t untill the last chapter