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"Popcorn Read" earns a rating of ★★★. While some portions are intriguing, others are strange or follow typical high school storylines.The protagonist, a typical Korean/Japanese MC, is bored and dense with little ambition. However, the plot drives him forward despite his lack of motivation. Despite being older than his high school peers, he is not more mature and often feels childish.All female characters (FLs) show interest in him and fit common archetypes: the shy girl, the bookworm, the tough exterior with a soft interior, the sexy teacher. The male side characters are portrayed as unappealing, both in personality and appearance, eliminating any competition for the FLs' attention. This is reflected even in the novel cover, where they are relegated to the background.
