Obsessions of an Otome Gamer: Elementary School Years Kindle Edition

This novel is a fascinating take on the "reincarnated into a video game/fantasy world" genre, and an excellently executed one as well. What immediately stands out is both the female protagonist, uncommon in this genre, and the setting; rather than the usual fantasy RPG setting, this world is set in a music-based "otome" game (a female-oriented dating sim). I was curious how this setting would work in a book like this, but the story manages to keep just the right mix of genre awareness and sincerity to make it work. The two rivals for the heroine's affections, Kou and Sou, act in ways that are nothing like actual elementary school boys, which is often played for comedy, but the author also writes them as layered characters beyond the usual trope checklist. The heroine herself is another high point; it's inspiring to see a lead character commit to something as hard as she does, as she does with learning the piano. The author has a clear love for classical music and playing the piano, and that love is infectious.Beyond being a competently executed "reincarnation fantasy" story, what elevates this book is the mystery and sense of danger that builds as the readers are gradually given hints about the reality behind this world. It's clear very quickly that the other character reincarnated with the heroine is locked in a desperate, secret struggle against an unknown force, and while not everything is revealed, this gives a sense of urgency and threat that one would not expect from an otome game adaptation. What glimpses the readers are given of the heroine's past can be heartbreaking as well, which gives more weight to her choices in this next life. This book, in both tone and characters, reminds me a lot more of novels like Re:Zero and Empty Box, than the usual light, wish-fulfillment fiction light novels are known for.This is an impressive and excellent first volume, and i can't recommend this enough. The characters are layered and developed in fascinating ways, the world setting is both amusing and sinister at times, with a sense of dark mystery hidden around the edges and in the background. Musicians and music lovers will appreciate the author's own enthusiasm as well, with the numerous references to famous composers and symphonies. I eagerly await the next volume.

I've had the great pleasure of reading this new series written by author Natsu. As a reader of many otome game genre novels myself, I loved Natsu's preception of the otome game genre and her variations on the stereotypes. Mashiro was not your typical otome game heroine. No, Mashiro was not a reincarnated villainess. For a seemingly normal girl, she has more in her mind than just falling in love with boys. Though the story, I experienced her love and struggles in music, most of it felt all too real to me. Mashiro (and her best friend Kon) is the most realistic portrayal of a real girl I've read in any of CIW's books. The boys were a sweet bunch too - I was constantly swayed between Sou and Kou, though Sou won out for me in the end with his slightly clingy but sweet personality, that brought out motherly instincts in me. Kou was a guy with an attitude who turned out to be a very caring, honest guy as well. I really wish neither of them would get hurt. The friendship between the four main characters was the most precious thing for me, with the romance as a cherry on top. Besides the piano and romantic parts, there's an unfolding mystery that should get interesting in the next few volumes. The plot developed into a directed I never expected, but it gets even better. But for now, enjoy this first volume which gives some background to each character. Watch over as this group of kids go through the joys of youth and as they grow into fine musicians!

There's a glutton of isekai light novels, manga, and anime out there so what makes this one special? For one, the heroine isn't a natural prodigy -- she works hard and she just wants to live out the life she wants instead of following the game. The subplot involving a couple of side characters (to avoid spoilers) is one of my favorite parts. There's a deep underlying scheme underscoring everything that is happening and I'm excited to learn where it will lead!What's unique about this novel and the next is that they are setting up for an additional two novels, one for each of the heroes! No more crying about your side losing the love triangle, you will be able to read the romance you prefer by the end of the series!Because it's set in elementary school it's filled with cute scenes. The entire cast is great. I found myself loving all of them and enjoying the situations they found themselves in. The second book comes out soon and I can't wait!

I loved the book i really want another though the way the illustrations are and how they all talk and how the author wrote how the character felt. I really want book 2 to be about when she gets out of middle school and she meets sou again because he came to see her again for his or her birthday. Over all this the first light novel i have read and i am super happy i chose to read this one! P!ease make another one of else i will DIE so please keep working on this series!! And I hate cliff hangers so update please!! I suggest this light novel for people who are just starting to read light novels!!!! Keep up the good work!!!!!!!!!!!

I'm a fan of Japanese web novels, specially with female protagonists and also I like classic instruments, every time I read a novel I have to listen to piano songs, as a form of extra relaxation and concentration, which are a lot of anime's OST, asian influenced songs, and some European songs. This is like a good combination of both, and I like how Natsu puts effort into the knowledge about classical music. I can't wait to read Volume 2. I'm looking forward to its release.

I bought this thinking it was a comic, but it turned out it was a novel. Amazon's putting this in the wrong category was a great win for me though. It's taking a different route than I was expecting for the genre, but was thoroughly enjoyable. I highly recommend it!Also: two very big thumbs up to the editor and translator of this novel. They did such a good job that I felt like I was reading a Japanese story written by a native English speaker. Everything was fluid, natural, and let the author's words shine. Very well done!

This is only the first volume of the story, but I am thoroughly impressed. From the depth of knowledge the author shows about classical music, to the characterization and story pacing, everything is done extremely well. Otome and shōjo fans should read this for sure!