I’ll Become a Villainess Who Goes Down in History! Vol. 1 doesn’t just flirt with villainy—it puts on a glamorous cloak, sharp heels, and marches straight into infamy with a mission. This is not your average reincarnated-into-a-romance-novel story. Nope. This one takes the trope, rolls it in glitter, and sets it on fire with sheer ambition. And I was so here for it.
Our heroine doesn’t want to escape her villainess role—she wants to own it. Fully. Unapologetically. Gleefully. In fact, she’s training to become the ultimate elegant menace of her fantasy world. Etiquette? Nailed. Sass? Refined. Strategic political sabotage? She’s taking notes. The best part? She’s not doing it for love or revenge. She’s doing it for legacy. And honestly, it’s incredibly refreshing.
There’s something really magnetic about a character who knows exactly what she wants—and it’s not a prince, or a peaceful life in the countryside. No, she wants recognition, and maybe just a dash of chaos to keep things spicy. And she works for it. The story balances humor and drive in a way that makes you root for her even when she’s plotting dramatic takedowns and flexing her noblewoman flair like a boss.
What kept me turning pages (with an evil smirk, naturally) was how smart the writing is. Our lead isn’t cruel just to be cruel—she’s thoughtful, strategic, and genuinely passionate about flipping the usual heroine-villain dynamic on its head. You can tell the author had fun with this concept, and that joy really bleeds through into the dialogue, the narration, and even the side characters’ increasingly confused reactions to her bold behavior.
The art? Clean, expressive, and full of personality. Every arched eyebrow and smug little smirk is a visual treat. And the costume designs? Pure villainess-chic. I half wanted to pause reading and start sketching some of her outfits myself.
Honestly, I loved reading this. The story has that perfect mix of elegance, ambition, and playful rebellion. It’s dramatic without being melodramatic, empowering without feeling forced, and just plain fun. By the end of Volume 1, I was practically plotting world domination alongside her. Forget redemption arcs—I want more iconic downfall arcs, please. And I cannot wait to see just how far down the villainess rabbit hole she’s willing to go in Volume 2.
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