Siheyuan: Turning the Tables on the Simp Zhu and Making a Comeback

I never understood why so many period dramas on Tomato Books were so popular until I read this one. It's like the simple meals we eat every day. It's about ordinary people we encounter in life. Nothing earth-shattering. But it's these everyday things that make up our fragmented lives. You see yourself in the book, you see your own life. You see the daily lives of others, different from your own.

I listened to all of these dozen or so chapters in one go. Overall, I felt that the writing accurately reflected the situation of a courtyard house, and the narrative was very clear. It showed me a different perspective of a courtyard house from the viewpoint of a neighbor. The only downside is that there aren't enough chapters. I hope the author updates soon. Keep it up! 👏

The writing is clear, indicating that the author has done some research on courtyard novels, and the narrative is also very straightforward, without too many fancy words. The key point is that the new neighbor at the beginning gave me a fresh feeling. I hope the author continues to work hard! 😘😘😘

Actually, the tug-of-war wasn't too bad; some tug-of-war was even worse. If it continued, it would be too much. I think it's about time to end this; if I keep writing, it'll probably only get 5 points. (Qin is definitely going to suffer. Many things were caused by her. Her biggest punishment is that her beloved Jia will always be with her (a disabled husband, useless children, and a broken heart).

The plot is well-structured and logically sound. The author's writing is good and there are many humorous moments. It's a very slice-of-life story, both heartwarming and funny. It's not overly dramatic, has almost no flaws, and is enjoyable and entertaining—a pretty good period drama. Yes, it suits my taste, and I can read it.

Putting aside other aspects, the description of wages in this book is not fabricated, which shows that the author has indeed done a lot of research. Moreover, so far, the author's writing is generally very good, depicting many real events of that era. The way of looking at the courtyard house from the perspective of different characters is also very novel! I hope the author keeps up the good work and doesn't let the story fall apart later on!

It's both realistic and hilarious. The writing is very close to real life, especially the small descriptions, which show the author put a lot of thought into it. Even someone like me who doesn't usually read historical fiction couldn't help but leave a comment.

To find such a wonderful book, what in life isn't worthwhile? This is the meaning of literature: to let people find warmth and strength in words. Even if it only brings temporary joy, offering a small respite from the heavy pressures of life, it's still worthwhile.

The main appeal of this kind of book is its lightness; it's generally used to relax while eating, unwind, or pass the time. If that's your standard, this book is excellent; it's not tiring at all, and it's very relaxing and comfortable to read.

The author's writing style is captivating, the plot flows smoothly and is clearly structured, making it easy to read and engaging, full of surprises and suspense. Readers can hardly predict what will happen next; the characters are vividly portrayed, each with their own unique personality and backstory, easily drawing the reader in. The book also contains many life lessons, with delicate and touching emotions. Overall, it's a rare gem and highly recommended.