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ipsita's review
5.0
OHMYGOD MY ABSOLUTELY FAVOURITE DANMEI!! The dynamic between the characters is pure gold, I almost choked laughing the ML was so hilarious please. This is the perfect combination of politics, fluffy romance, caring hubby and domineering wife (haha). Also the characterization and story-telling was immaculate. I enjoyed every moment of this danmei, but the housekeeper definitely steals the show (my most favourite).
luobing's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
ruilianle's review against another edition
5.0
₊˚ପ⊹ • ➵ 4.5/5 ✧
“apart from zhao yelan's legendary official career, the aspect most discussed by later generations was his love affair with general yan mingting.
although the two were both men, one civil and one military, they helped run the country and suppressed rebellions. marrying because of an imperial decree, they got to know each other and fell in love, never abandoning each other, and this became a good story passed down from generation to generation.
according to unofficial history, after zhao yelan retired, he went with yan mingting to travel the mountains and rivers.
someone once saw them making tea and food in the countryside, laughing and cursing, so very happy; it was also seen that they drank fine wine and tasted delicacies high in tea houses, sharing worldly experiences.
no matter what sort of record, time constantly passed, and places constantly changed.
in this long life, it was truly difficult to find an intimate and understanding friend.
the only constant was that zhao yelan would always have yan mingting by his side.”
i didn’t expect to love this story as much as i did <3
i loved that the author gave us a cute lil wlw storyline and lovable character all throughout the story. gu niaoniao’s ending made me cry so bad. this novel was amazing.
“apart from zhao yelan's legendary official career, the aspect most discussed by later generations was his love affair with general yan mingting.
although the two were both men, one civil and one military, they helped run the country and suppressed rebellions. marrying because of an imperial decree, they got to know each other and fell in love, never abandoning each other, and this became a good story passed down from generation to generation.
according to unofficial history, after zhao yelan retired, he went with yan mingting to travel the mountains and rivers.
someone once saw them making tea and food in the countryside, laughing and cursing, so very happy; it was also seen that they drank fine wine and tasted delicacies high in tea houses, sharing worldly experiences.
no matter what sort of record, time constantly passed, and places constantly changed.
in this long life, it was truly difficult to find an intimate and understanding friend.
the only constant was that zhao yelan would always have yan mingting by his side.”
i didn’t expect to love this story as much as i did <3
i loved that the author gave us a cute lil wlw storyline and lovable character all throughout the story. gu niaoniao’s ending made me cry so bad. this novel was amazing.
brishti's review
emotional
funny
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
scholarly_pigeon's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
laviestbelle's review
adventurous
dark
emotional
funny
lighthearted
mysterious
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.75
kanatakara's review against another edition
3.0
Ngl many times I was quite bored reading this. The plot is just so-so, the conflicts are shallow & the solutions deliver themselves to the door. And while I do like the characters, I feel like they’re not utilized to their full potentials.
dokt2ie's review
adventurous
emotional
funny
inspiring
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
ajx_charyl's review
4.0
I deeply loved this novel.
First of all, this could be considered a slice of life historical novel with an interesting plot and beautiful relationships between the main character and the ML+other supporting characters. I got attached to the main characters and their relationship so much so that I would like to hug them.
I can’t even describe how I got fond of these characters: they were so realistic and loveable. We manage to understand the motivation behind Zhao Yelan’s initial behaviour and his growth together with Yan Mingting. Furthermore, I felt like I was growing up beside the main characters. The development of their relationship felt so positively natural and spontaneous and there was so much mutual understanding and communication.
I also liked many side characters such as Xiao Gao and Kan Chuan, but also Zhong Yuehong and the two sweet girls Yin Pinglu and Zuo Ran.
The plot was well-written, the final acts quite interesting and I gradually wanted to know more.
Honorable mention to the extras: the first ones were really comforting, whereas the last ones more angsty but satisfying at the end; i didn’t imagine to say it but these ones were really a great way to end this novel, I was really moved.
The author’s style is really suggestive, especially in the emotional scenes and in the descriptions of emotions, state of mind and feelings+it’s really delicate and recognizable. I loved their way of describing the most important scenes and characters’ development as well.
To sum up, I really find this not-so-known novel too underestimated and I would be so glad to see people loving it as it deserves (i hope one day this novel will have more and more fans!). I suggest it to almost everyone, especially who loves historical, slice of life interesting (and I also dare say characters-driven story the most) novels but anyone should do it and get excited reading it!
First of all, this could be considered a slice of life historical novel with an interesting plot and beautiful relationships between the main character and the ML+other supporting characters. I got attached to the main characters and their relationship so much so that I would like to hug them.
I can’t even describe how I got fond of these characters: they were so realistic and loveable. We manage to understand the motivation behind Zhao Yelan’s initial behaviour and his growth together with Yan Mingting. Furthermore, I felt like I was growing up beside the main characters. The development of their relationship felt so positively natural and spontaneous and there was so much mutual understanding and communication.
I also liked many side characters such as Xiao Gao and Kan Chuan, but also Zhong Yuehong and the two sweet girls Yin Pinglu and Zuo Ran.
The plot was well-written, the final acts quite interesting and I gradually wanted to know more.
Honorable mention to the extras: the first ones were really comforting, whereas the last ones more angsty but satisfying at the end; i didn’t imagine to say it but these ones were really a great way to end this novel, I was really moved.
The author’s style is really suggestive, especially in the emotional scenes and in the descriptions of emotions, state of mind and feelings+it’s really delicate and recognizable. I loved their way of describing the most important scenes and characters’ development as well.
To sum up, I really find this not-so-known novel too underestimated and I would be so glad to see people loving it as it deserves (i hope one day this novel will have more and more fans!). I suggest it to almost everyone, especially who loves historical, slice of life interesting (and I also dare say characters-driven story the most) novels but anyone should do it and get excited reading it!
beabooked's review
adventurous
funny
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.25