Something Must Be Wrong with Me, the Guy Whose Little Sister Runs His Life

I'm usually a very serious person, really serious (please ignore the Yui-chan anime in my cloud drive). I usually only read Japanese light novels, since anime often leaves many plot points unexplored. But as everyone knows, those Japanese light novels have been taken down. One day on a train, with my phone at 7% battery, I casually clicked on this novel to kill some time, and from then on… the world gained another siscon… I have to say, it's absolutely fantastic, perfect. I pay special attention to writing style when reading novels; if the writing makes me uncomfortable, I absolutely can't finish it…

I've read many stories about younger sisters, so while the younger sister in this story is exceptionally well-written, even among the best of the genre, what attracted me wasn't the sister herself. The younger sister in the story has a best friend named Wanying. Initially, Wanying is just a friend with limited screen time, giving off a petite, cute, and gentle vibe; however, as the story progresses, we discover she's actually a stalker, which creates a charming contrast. Later, we even find out Wanying is a super masochist, asking the male lead to spank her—it's incredibly erotic! Of course, this is also thanks to the author's writing style; originally, it was...

Actually, I have some deep feelings about this. It was another day I was exhausted and collapsed in bed when I stumbled upon an updated work. I clicked on it and realized it was a book I read back in 2017. Three years have passed, and SF has changed a lot. The popular style has gradually shifted from Japanese light novels to something more suited to domestic readers. I don't know how to comment on this change, but when I reread the first chapter of this book, it was as if I saw my former silly, smiling self again, that carefree kid. Thinking about it, it's good this way. Some things have changed, but some people are still here.

... Well, as a hardcore light novel reader, my tastes are always unpredictable. Recently, I've developed a liking for school romance novels without superpowers or fantasy, which is why I found this one. First of all, this book is very comfortable to read. Perhaps it's the inherent advantage of the first-person narrative, but there's very little awkwardness. I don't know if the author, Old Thief, has had similar experiences in real life (probably not), but I really like this gentle, flowing narrative style. Secondly, I really like the characters: the male protagonist in college, neither pretentious nor oblivious (although he's incredibly clueless when it comes to his little sister...), And the sweet and innocent classmates...

The characters are well-developed, and the romance is skillfully portrayed. I just finished reading the part that doesn't require subscription (there's quite a lot of it), and the pace felt just right. The book is titled "Sister's Words," but the female lead isn't very clear, and the protagonist's personality isn't distinct; the character setup is problematic (she's supposedly from a prestigious university but acts like a complete slacker, daydreaming in class and hanging out with her sister after class—I don't really believe someone that capable can be). However, the main attraction is the romance, which seems promising.

From the perspective of a seasoned anime/manga enthusiast: This story follows the typical style of school harem novels, primarily told from the male protagonist's first-person perspective, interspersed with a few inner monologues from the female characters, resulting in a fairly nuanced narrative. The author has subtly planted a plot hole earlier in the story; judging by the usual harem tropes, this story is only missing the childhood friend and yandere attributes, which will likely be used to fill that gap. However, harem writers are usually... Well, usually quite talented, so there's a high chance they'll deviate from the expected formula. I look forward to seeing something different from the original. (Also, I'm a fan of the upperclassman/middle school girl pairing, and I'm really looking forward to seeing her in black stockings ε٩(๑> ₃ <)۶...)

I fell into the "sister complex" pit in my third year of junior high school, mainly because of watching Yosuga no Sora (you know what I mean). Since then, I've been searching for all sorts of sister complex works, whether it's anime, manga, Japanese light novels, or Chinese light novels. Even now, as a freshman in college, I'm still stuck in this pit. I've been using Pineapple Bun for over two years, and during those two years, I've been constantly searching for sister complex novels, and of course, I've been following them. Among all these novels, Yuzu's "Sister-Controlled" is the most to my liking. As a slice-of-life school romance novel, the content is light and enjoyable, and the story between the older brother and his tsundere younger sister gives me an indescribable feeling...

As for why I'm writing another book review, it's mainly because I! Really! Guessed! Right! It's time to unleash the childhood sweetheart! The duel between the newcomer and the childhood friend, the battle between the sister-complex and the sister-complex—just thinking about it makes me a little excited! (๑>؂؂<๑)

The writing is superb! The immersion is incredibly strong, drawing the reader in completely, demonstrating the author's profound skill and understanding of what readers want. The dialogue between the protagonist and her sister is very natural, avoiding any awkward moments, thanks to the protagonist's sharp wit and insightful commentary, even voicing the reader's thoughts. There are virtually no problems; any issues I've noticed are merely subjective observations from the author's perspective, and even those seem insignificant. After all, the protagonist and sister's characters are already exceptionally well-developed, and offering further suggestions would be superfluous...

Then Yuzu will unhesitatingly transform into a cross-dressing master, unstoppable? Σ(ﾟ∀ﾟﾉ)ﾉ Attention all siscon gentlemen: Train 3838438 bound for Mount Akina is about to depart. Passengers who haven't boarded yet, please grab someone else's tissues, bring someone else's "little sister," and hurry up and board the train. Passengers carrying detonators or flammable/explosive items, hurry up and board the train, ignite them in the "liveliness carriage," and contribute to our country's family planning efforts. When the train is traveling at high speed, please stick your head and hands out of the window as far as possible for a one-time solution! This is a civilized train; your urination, defecation, fruit peels, and other waste can be freely disposed of in the aisles...