The Yandere Beauty… Is Actually Me?

(From the perspective of a yandere girl as the main attacker) I want to possess you. I want to be the only one by your side. Anyone who approaches you will be eliminated. If you try to run, you’ll be punished. No matter what it takes—filthy, wicked, despicable, or shameless methods—I’ll use them, just to keep you by my side forever. I’m Lu Lele, a girl forced by a strange god to play the role of a yandere beauty. Hey, you… (Note: Every volume is a different world. This will include, School Life, Fantasy, Steampunk, Xian Xia, Youkai, Horror, etc.)

Original Publisher

sfacg

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *The Yandere Beauty… Is Actually Me?* ### First Impressions Okay, I'll admit, the title grabbed me. *The Yandere Beauty… Is Actually Me?* It’s a mouthful, sure, but it promises something deliciously twisted. I dove in expecting the usual yandere tropes, but I was pleasantly surprised. This novel isn't afraid to embrace the darker aspects of its premise, and it quickly became apparent that this story had a lot more to offer than just surface-level obsession. ### What Works Well The character development, especially concerning Lu Lele, the MC, is a standout. I was impressed by her journey from initially disdaining her yandere tendencies to eventually accepting and even controlling them. This growth felt organic and compelling, and it made me genuinely invested in her character. I also appreciated the complexities of Liu Lili, the love interest. Her reactions to Lu Lele's evolving personality felt realistic, and her desire for autonomy added a layer of depth to their relationship. The story kept me guessing, and I was eager to see what would happen next. The plot had some elements of insanity, but it worked. ### Areas of Concern While I enjoyed the overall story, I did find some inconsistencies in the writing. At times, the execution of certain ideas felt a bit rushed or forced, and there were moments where the writing could have benefited from a "show, don't tell" approach. The pacing felt uneven, and the ending felt like it could have been fleshed out more. Additionally, the characters are supposedly middle schoolers but act like older teens or adults, which feels strange. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning (Minor Spoilers Ahead) I felt that the MC repeatedly threatening to kill herself in order to get her sister to do her favors felt sudden and forced, to the point where the author feels the need to spend a few pages in later releases explaining how MC'd yandere mentality can lead her to ignore common sense in pursuit of her obsessions. (End Spoilers) ### Final Verdict Despite its flaws, *The Yandere Beauty… Is Actually Me?* is a unique and engaging read. The strong character development and willingness to explore darker themes make it stand out from other yandere stories. While the writing could be more polished, the author's creative ideas and the characters' growth kept me invested. I'd recommend it to anyone looking for a story that isn't afraid to push boundaries and explore the complexities of obsession and love. I'm curious to see how the author develops their skills in future works.