All the Women Who Have Loved Me Have Betrayed Me… I Keep Breaking Down… I Wonder If One Day I Will Be Rewarded…

“Kyosuke… boys… no matter how hard it is… there are times when you have to endure… There may be times when you are going through hard times… and misfortunes… and you may hate everything… But you must never become desperate… If you continue to work hard and diligently… one day… you will be rewarded…” It was my mother’s last will and testament. I chewed on these words and made up my mind, even as a child, to live my life with earnestness and continuous effort. A few years after my mother’s death, my father remarried a subordinate of his company named Yukina. Yukina was a kind person who loved me like a real child. Unfortunately, my father died in an accident soon after I became a junior high school student. From that point on, the wheels of my life started to go haywire. My childhood friend, whom I thought shared mutual feelings for, was being seduced by her ex-boyfriend, an older student, in front of my eyes… My stepmother, whom I loved so much, was wooed by a man from her company… My best friend, the girl who supported me through my heartbreak, was forced to be with a man I didn’t know… How many times do I have to experience despair? I want to give up everything… But… the only thing that supported me in those times was my mother’s will, whom I have always loved… Even if it’s hard, even if it’s painful… after diligently continuing to work hard… I..

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on All the Women Who Have Loved Me Have Betrayed Me… I Keep Breaking Down… I Wonder If One Day I Will Be Rewarded… This title alone should give you pause, and honestly, my experience reading this novel was… complicated. "All the Women Who Have Loved Me Have Betrayed Me…" promises a dark and twisted ride, and it certainly delivers on that front. However, whether that ride is ultimately satisfying is another question entirely. ### First Impressions Going in, I knew this wasn't going to be a fluffy romance. The tags scream tragedy and psychological drama, and the early chapters immediately plunge you into the protagonist's messed-up world. The author doesn't shy away from heavy themes, and the pacing is quick, keeping you hooked despite the often disturbing content. ### What Works Well The story certainly isn't boring. The plot moves quickly, throwing curveball after curveball at the protagonist. The initial premise is intriguing, and the author clearly isn't afraid to push boundaries. I found the exploration of trauma, albeit extreme, to be a compelling, if uncomfortable, aspect of the narrative. The completed nature of the main story is a bonus, letting you binge if you dare. ### Areas of Concern Okay, let's be real: this novel isn't for everyone. The sheer volume of traumatic events, particularly the repeated instances of r*pe, can feel gratuitous and desensitizing. I found the protagonist's forgiveness of certain characters to be jarring and, frankly, unrealistic given the circumstances. The complexities of the family relationships, while potentially interesting, often felt convoluted and underdeveloped. The focus on one female character towards the end didn't quite land for me either. It seems like a lot of the issues that are faced could have been avoided with a simple phone call, or perhaps more common sense. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning If you plan to read this, proceed with caution. Major plot points involve r*pe, abuse, and complex family betrayals. The childhood friend is subjected to horrific circumstances, and the female characters face brutal situations. The protagonist's mother/sister-in-law also has a dark past connected to the MC's father's company. Be prepared for a lot of darkness. ### Final Verdict "All the Women Who Have Loved Me Have Betrayed Me…" is a rollercoaster of trauma and questionable decisions. While it might appeal to readers who enjoy dark and edgy narratives, the sheer amount of tragedy and the protagonist's questionable reactions ultimately left me feeling somewhat disappointed. If you're looking for a lighthearted read, steer clear. But if you're prepared to dive into a dark and complex world with a protagonist who seems a little too forgiving, then this might be your cup of tea, but I'd suggest finding something better to read.