When the Yanderes Whose Affection Reversed Regained Their Memories

As usual, Roa was living an ordinary life. But one day, he noticed that he was receiving hostile glances from the opposite s*x around him. He was especially confused and troubled by the sudden dislike from girls with whom he had previously been on good terms. As days passed, their attitude towards Roa deteriorated more and more, driving him almost to the point of death. And then… the girls, who had been helplessly in love with Roa, had their consciousness return to normal…

Original Publisher

kakuyomu

Original Language

japanese

Type

Web Novel

## My Thoughts on *When the Yanderes Whose Affection Reversed Regained Their Memories* ### First Impressions Okay, I went into this one knowing it had a pretty low rating, so my expectations were…tempered, let’s say. The premise itself is intriguing: yanderes regaining memories after a shift in affection. That *could* be a recipe for some deliciously dark romance. However, I quickly discovered that the execution is where things get dicey. ### What Works Well Honestly, the initial transition – the moment the yanderes start remembering their past actions – is compelling. There's a brief window where the story hints at some genuinely interesting character exploration and potential for growth. I was initially hooked by the concept of how these characters would grapple with the consequences of their obsessive behavior. The author has some skills in building a world that seems to be the right fit for the story. ### Areas of Concern The biggest issue, and it's a significant one, centers around the protagonist's reaction to…well, everything. It's one thing to be forgiving, but the level of forgiveness displayed here borders on unbelievable. We're talking about characters who inflicted serious harm and our male lead seems to be shrugging it off, which is a major turn-off. This makes it difficult to connect with him or root for his happiness. It creates a dynamic where the power imbalance is so severe that the romance feels…uncomfortable, to say the least. ### Final Verdict *When the Yanderes Whose Affection Reversed Regained Their Memories* had the potential to be a fascinating exploration of obsession, regret, and redemption. Unfortunately, the protagonist's baffling behavior and the uneven handling of the yanderes' past actions undermine the entire story. While the initial premise and transition are promising, the overall execution falls short, making it a difficult read to recommend.