My America

WARNING: this is a typical Chinese novel, featuring a protagonist who displays prejudices towards other ethnicities. Racist protagonist – Stereotyping – Intolerance – Racial Bias – Discrimination. You have been warned. —- In a capitalist country, it means I have capital, and you don’t, so this country is mine! Contact the police, suppress them for me. Can Rockefeller do it, and I, Sheffield, can’t?” William Sheffield restrained his smile and said coldly, “Happy America, gunfights every day.” The Gilded Age, 1895.

Original Publisher

Unknown

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on My America Alright, let's dive into "My America." This one's been making the rounds, and after spending some time with it, I've got some thoughts. ### First Impressions Going in, I was intrigued by the historical setting and the promise of a cunning protagonist navigating a complex world of aristocracy and business. The sheer number of tags hinted at a rich, detailed narrative, and I was hoping for a deep dive into the psychological aspects of the characters. ### What Works Well Honestly, I found it difficult to find aspects that worked well for me. The premise itself is interesting; exploring the development of America through the eyes of a cunning protagonist from an aristocratic background has potential. The initial setup, with its focus on economics and power dynamics, definitely grabbed my attention. The world-building, at least in the initial chapters, shows promise of a complex and detailed setting. ### Areas of Concern However, I quickly found myself struggling with the execution. The protagonist, rather than being cunning, often came across as… well, not very bright. I found myself questioning the MC's agency in the story, as it felt like every decision, every clever move, was orchestrated by someone else. This lack of self-reliance made it difficult to connect with the character on any meaningful level. The narrative felt more like a series of events happening *to* the protagonist, rather than *because* of him. A significant issue I encountered was the quality of the translation. It was often clunky and difficult to follow, hindering my immersion in the story. I spent more time trying to decipher the meaning of sentences than I did enjoying the plot. This made it hard to appreciate any nuances in the writing or fully understand the characters' motivations. ### Final Verdict Ultimately, "My America" fell short of my expectations. While the initial concept is promising, the execution left much to be desired. The protagonist's lack of agency, combined with the translation issues, made it a challenging and ultimately unfulfilling read. I sincerely hope the author revisits and improves the translation because at the moment, I would not recommend this to anyone.