The Villainess Is Being Doted on by the Crown Prince of the Neighboring Country

Tiararose was supposed to be disengaged and exiled from the country. “This was the Otome game I had played!” She realized on the day before the story’s ending――……. Shall I wait for the judgment? But, I did not do anything too cruel… Thinking so, the ending continues. But, during the judgement――something that was not possible in the game happened. The neighboring crown prince courted the villainous daughter Tiararose.

Original Publisher

kadokawa

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on The Villainess Is Being Doted on by the Crown Prince of the Neighboring Country "The Villainess Is Being Doted on by the Crown Prince of the Neighboring Country" had a lot of potential, but ultimately fell short of my expectations. While the premise is intriguing, the execution left me wanting more. It's a light and fluffy read, but the story and characters lack depth. ### First Impressions Initially, I was drawn in by the familiar villainess-reincarnated-into-an-otome-game trope. The beginning was promising, with Tiararose, the main character, navigating her broken engagement with some semblance of composure. Her quick transition to a relationship with Aquasteed, the crown prince, felt a bit rushed, but I was willing to see where it would go. ### What Works Well The first arc, focusing on Tiararose escaping her "destruction flag" with Hartnight, is undoubtedly the strongest. I enjoyed seeing her stand up for herself and find happiness with Aquasteed. The initial karma served to the antagonists was very satisfying. The world-building and writing style are also decent, creating a pleasant reading experience. ### Areas of Concern Unfortunately, the story loses its way after the first few arcs. I found Tiararose's character development to be stagnant, if not regressive. She becomes increasingly insecure and jealous. The plot becomes repetitive, often revolving around trivial matters like stolen sweets. The introduction of Aishira, the sequel's heroine, added unnecessary drama and highlighted Tiararose's flaws. Additionally, the names are indeed a bit silly. I found myself chuckling at "Aquasteed Marineforest" more than once. ### ⚠️ Spoiler Warning Several reviewers mentioned issues that arise after the initial arcs, so be warned, spoilers ahead! Many readers expressed disappointment with Tiararose's behavior in Marineforest, particularly her interactions with Aishira. Some felt that her constant insecurity and jealousy were frustrating and made her difficult to root for. There were also complaints about the sudden shift in Akari's character, with some finding her transition to "best friend" unrealistic. The plot also devolves into something about missing sweets, which I found to be absurd. ### Final Verdict Overall, "The Villainess Is Being Doted on by the Crown Prince of the Neighboring Country" is a mixed bag. While the initial premise is appealing and the first arc is enjoyable, the story suffers from poor character development, repetitive plots, and unnecessary drama. I would only recommend this novel to readers seeking a very light and fluffy read with minimal substance.