Gonin Hitoyaku Demo Kimi ga Suki

On his first day at school Taiga Makihara falls down a manure pit and almost dies. But he is saved by Konoe R. Chika, the perfect student council president that all the students admire. In that instant Taiga falls in love with her, and begins to work hard to be by her side. But afterwards, he discovers that the perfect president is actually a fake creation of five quintuplet sisters with different personalities and abilities… Does this mean that the girl Taiga Makihara fell in love with does not exist? After this discovery, Taiga pretends not to realize that the five people he loves are pretending to be one, and will make them all his girlfriends.

Original Publisher

kadokawa

Original Language

japanese

Type

Light Novel

## My Thoughts on Gonin Hitoyaku Demo Kimi ga Suki Alright, let's dive into "Gonin Hitoyaku Demo Kimi ga Suki." I went into this one with some high expectations, seeing the buzz around it, and I've got to say, it's a bit of a mixed bag, but overall enjoyable. ### First Impressions The premise is definitely intriguing. A protagonist falls for a girl, only to discover she's actually five sisters sharing the same identity? That's a recipe for some chaotic rom-com goodness. I was immediately drawn in by the potential for unique character interactions and the sheer audacity of the situation. ### What Works Well What immediately grabbed me was the MC. He's not your typical dense, oblivious protagonist. This guy is proactive, cunning, and, dare I say, a bit of a chad. He's got a plan, and he's sticking to it, even if that plan involves learning Arabic to move to a country with polygamy laws. The humor shines through in these moments of over-the-top dedication. His confidence is refreshing, and it's fun to see him navigate the complexities of romancing five different personalities. I also appreciate that the story doesn't drag its feet. It establishes the premise and the MC's goal relatively quickly, which keeps the momentum going. The early stages of the romance are exciting. ### Areas of Concern While the fast pace is a strength, it also feels a bit rushed at times. The heroines, while cute, can come across as somewhat underdeveloped, and their affections for the MC seem to bloom a little *too* quickly. It would be nice to see more depth and nuance in their individual personalities beyond their core tropes. Additionally, while I appreciate the MC's confidence, he occasionally borders on being a bit too calculating. It's hard to tell if his feelings are genuine or if he's just viewing the whole thing as a challenge to be conquered. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where we need to tread carefully. The ending of the first volume has some unexpected twists. There is a sixth sister. Be prepared for some revelations about the MC's true intentions and the dynamics between the sisters. Be careful of the potential shallowness of the characters and how quickly things develop. ### Final Verdict "Gonin Hitoyaku Demo Kimi ga Suki" is a fun, if slightly flawed, harem rom-com. The MC is a breath of fresh air in a genre often plagued by dense protagonists, and the premise is unique and engaging. While the pacing can feel rushed and the heroines could use more development, the overall experience is enjoyable, especially if you're looking for a harem story that doesn't shy away from the polygamy aspect. I'm cautiously optimistic about where the story goes from here and hoping the author can flesh out the characters and relationships even further. I'd give it a solid 4/5.