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A review by inmydreams
Remnants of Filth: Yuwu (Novel) Vol. 1 by Rou Bao Bu Chi Rou
5.0
It's a 4.5 stars, a very solid first volume. I had actually read the first 30 chapters when the fan translation was on going, but since it's been many years I needed to reread from the beginning. I'm very glad I bought the physical copy.
The novel follows Mo Xi, who is the general from his country. He used to have a best friend and secret lover, Gu Mang, someone he trusted but betrayed him and his country by joining the enemy's forces. Mo Xi is still hurt years later, until he receives the news that he is coming back. But when he reunites with Gu Mang, his behaviour is strange and what's worse: his memory is affected.
I'm beginning to think that maybe Meatbun does historical the best, because comparing this novel and 2ha's writting style to BAB, you can see a lot of differences. I'm not sure if perhaps it is the translation, but here the sentences flow much better and it results in stronger emotional punches with words.
This one doesn't feel only introductory but actually centers around the two main characters and shows some development, which is exactly as it should be done (take notes, BAB volume 1). I was able to empathize a lot with Mo Xi's complicated feelings and longing, as well ad Gu Mang's confussion and desperation. It was devastating to see them being hurt continously (and I know it's yet to be the worst of all, so I better brace myself). Meatbun truly excels at delivering angst that hurts. I really liked the melancholic atmosphere, and the flashbacks of a few smut scenes coupled with the recalling of good old times... Deliciously painful.
The only reason it's not a perfect 5 stars is because the brothel arc wasn't that engaging to me and I just wanted it to end. Other than that, it's a whole ride that I'm glad to be back on.
Tags: (can miss some, heads up that I don't tag everything)
-POV: third person
-Content warnings:
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-Kinks:
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The novel follows Mo Xi, who is the general from his country. He used to have a best friend and secret lover, Gu Mang, someone he trusted but betrayed him and his country by joining the enemy's forces. Mo Xi is still hurt years later, until he receives the news that he is coming back. But when he reunites with Gu Mang, his behaviour is strange and what's worse: his memory is affected.
I'm beginning to think that maybe Meatbun does historical the best, because comparing this novel and 2ha's writting style to BAB, you can see a lot of differences. I'm not sure if perhaps it is the translation, but here the sentences flow much better and it results in stronger emotional punches with words.
This one doesn't feel only introductory but actually centers around the two main characters and shows some development, which is exactly as it should be done (take notes, BAB volume 1). I was able to empathize a lot with Mo Xi's complicated feelings and longing, as well ad Gu Mang's confussion and desperation. It was devastating to see them being hurt continously (and I know it's yet to be the worst of all, so I better brace myself). Meatbun truly excels at delivering angst that hurts. I really liked the melancholic atmosphere, and the flashbacks of a few smut scenes coupled with the recalling of good old times... Deliciously painful.
The only reason it's not a perfect 5 stars is because the brothel arc wasn't that engaging to me and I just wanted it to end. Other than that, it's a whole ride that I'm glad to be back on.
Tags: (can miss some, heads up that I don't tag everything)
-POV: third person
-Content warnings:
Spoiler
past physical abuse, non consensual drugging, off page attemped sexual assault towards one of the MCs, discussions of slavery, captivity, starvation-Elements:
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size difference, amnesia, angst-Kinks:
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crying during sex-Sexual act(s):
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barebacking, creampie-Dynamic: