A review by hickorynut
A Magical Girl Retires by Park Seolyeon

hopeful reflective fast-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Character
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

This was a short, unique read following a 29-year old woman who is unfulfilled in life and plans to take her own life to avoid the debt she's accumulated. Instead she is approached and recruited by a Magical Girl, and brought into the world of women with unique powers. Ultimately she finds her own power and chooses not to use it.

While this had an intriguing premise, I was confused at times due to the abrupt pacing that left you alone to fill in the gaps about what had occurred. It was a short quick read that could have also excelled at being a bit more detailed and developed.