The Two Hundred and Eighty Pound Fat Girl and Her Five Husbands

As an ordinary newly graduated college student, Lin Zaozao unexpectedly found herself caught up in the trend of transmigration and transformed into a complete fool weighing a whopping 280 pounds. As if being dimwitted wasn’t bad enough, there was also a large black mole on her face that made her look incredibly ugly. Though looks did not matter much, what was worse was that through an arranged marriage by the government, she ended up marrying five disabled men. Her five husbands were a blind man, a lame man, a deaf man, a mute and a paralyzed man. Along with herself, a dimwit, they formed quite a congregation of disabled people. Before she even had time to bemoan her misfortune, a gaming system gave her a skill – the ability to transfer anyone’s injury or disability onto herself, before promptly disappearing. Facing the system’s various unfair treatments, Lin Zaozao could only swallow her grievances. However, the more she interacted with her five disabled husbands, the more she realized there was more to them than meets the eye…

Original Publisher

fanqie novel

Original Language

chinese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Two Hundred and Eighty Pound Fat Girl and Her Five Husbands This title certainly grabs your attention, doesn't it? I dove into "The Two Hundred and Eighty Pound Fat Girl and Her Five Husbands" with a mix of curiosity and trepidation, and I've emerged with some complicated feelings. ### First Impressions The premise is undeniably unique. A plus-sized protagonist in an ancient Chinese setting with a reverse harem? I was intrigued. The initial chapters promised a blend of comedy and romance, with a protagonist who, despite facing adversity, knew how to bite back. However, it didn't take long to realize that the story's foundation rests on some shaky ground. ### What Works Well I found myself appreciating the protagonist's resilience. She's constantly bombarded with insults, but she manages to dish it back out, which provides some comedic relief. The hints of a larger plot brewing behind the scenes also kept me engaged, and I was curious to see how her powers would develop and how her identity would be revealed. A few of the male characters, particularly Gu Shan, stood out as genuinely kind and not overly focused on her appearance. ### Areas of Concern The overwhelming and relentless fat-shaming is a major issue. It's not just a casual mention here and there; it's woven into the narrative to an uncomfortable degree. The descriptions of the protagonist's body are often exaggerated and, frankly, unpleasant. It's so pervasive that it overshadows other aspects of the story and makes it difficult to root for the characters or invest in their relationships. The "system" element also raised some red flags for me. The idea of a system forcing the protagonist into situations against her will, particularly intimate ones, veers into problematic territory. It felt more like forced situations than genuine romantic development. Furthermore, the sudden shift in the male leads' affections, from constant insults to doting love, felt unnatural and unearned. A proper redemption arc would have been much more satisfying. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Okay, here's where things get a little dicey. Some readers have pointed out plot developments later in the story that involve questionable relationship dynamics. Specifically, the system forcing one of the husbands' brothers to marry the protagonist, even going so far as to drug them. I can see why that would be a deal-breaker for many. ### Final Verdict "The Two Hundred and Eighty Pound Fat Girl and Her Five Husbands" has potential, but it's buried under layers of problematic content. While the protagonist's sass and the overarching plot offer some appeal, the constant fat-shaming and questionable plot devices make it a difficult recommendation. If you can stomach those elements, there might be something here for you, but proceed with caution. I'm personally stepping away.