Green Plum Island

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When I was ten, I fell from a tree and hit my head. When I woke up, the world around me had changed. I could see people’s emotions in the form of numbers and colours—pink for love, red for anger, green for awkwardness, blue for sorrow, yellow for desire…

I met Yan Kongshan the summer after college entrance exams on Green Plum Island. Mysterious and handsome, with a tinge of melancholy, he was the ideal man of every woman on the island. And mine.

I wanted him to turn pink for me, but one day, he suddenly turned yellow. Despite that, he seemed ever so nonchalant when facing me.

Love is like lemon soda water. Sour and sweet, filled with energy.

You never know how a person’s heart beats for you, hidden in its cage beneath their flesh.

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Qing Mei Yu
Đảo Thanh Mai
青梅屿
青梅嶼
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09/01/21 Tiny Salt Translations extra
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locoshipper
locoshipper rated it
March 13, 2021
Status: Completed
This book is a masterpiece.

The quality of the translation was one of the best.

I recommend everyone to read it :)
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nomius
nomius rated it
March 13, 2021
Status: Completed
omg so refreshing, so cute & good!

when I started reading it... reminded me of those mangas of typical MC from the quiet countryside thingy

but while reading on, my mind discarded that idea and a new imagination came abroad~

very very good!

very healing!
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Haitang
Haitang rated it
March 10, 2021
Status: Completed
This was the first Modern Danmei I read and I read when I was going through some stuff and wanted to read an easy, short and sweet story. This is exactly what it is. Short and sweet.

All the characters are loveable and very well written. MC and ML seem to have good chemistry and inspite of having an age difference between them, it doesnt look weird.

One of the characters in the story describes the MC as comfortable but I want to describe the novel as it.

Its a comfortable read. I... more>> enjoyed reading it a lot and completed it in a day!

The translation is just perfect and I want to thank CG from doing such an awesum job.

I will definitely be reading it again sometimes again in future. <<less
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XiaoXiaoLoLo
XiaoXiaoLoLo rated it
March 10, 2021
Status: Completed
I just finished reading, and I have no words to describe what I feel now. I can only say that if you don't read this novel you will regret it. It is not a story with dog blood, it does not have bitter fights, nor is it a sweet story to the point of being nauseating. It's a funny story, with sweet and sour moments like green plums.
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Nitro137
Nitro137 rated it
March 9, 2021
Status: Completed
This was such a great read even if it was short. Im not one for reading romance novels, I'm usually more into fantasy/action novels but even I can enjoy and good romance here and there especially one written and translated so well.

Everything was so great the characters felt real nothing felt forced and it felt more like I was watching a movie where everything just fell into place.

I totally recommend others to give it a try.
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secondthots
secondthots rated it
March 8, 2021
Status: Completed
PSA: ML is 1000% my fictional type

This novel was too much my cup of tea, to the point where I nearly choked on the drink from the very first chapter. I’ll just say that MC’s introduction in the novel made me weak in the knees & I could only light candles for myself because I had about 50+ chapters to go. It’s such a good story tbh. Nontoxic, great pacing, a true breath of fresh air (just as MC is to ML). The TL, my god, is incredible. Possibly... more>> one of my favorite first-person-pov stories & the translation team has done it justice. <<less
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SeiXchan
SeiXchan rated it
March 8, 2021
Status: Completed
Normally, I’m not really interested with “protagonist fall in love first” type of story. However, this story somehow piqued my interest at the first glance 😂 lol. To be honest, I LOVE THIS STORY SOOO MUCH. OH MY GOD! I WISH THERE ARE MORE SMEXY TIMES!!!!!!!

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Though at first, I dislike ML’s crude behaviour. I feel it’s disgraceful and shameful and don’t deserve our Mian Mian, since Mian Mian is a pure baby. But I forgive him as he never did those sh**** stuffs again ever since he knew Mian Mian. Yep. I hate seeing my baby Mian heartbroken. I thought that if ML did that stuffs again with those women, he really doesn’t deserve Mian Mian and Mian Mian’s virg*n chrysanthemum 🤣. Good thing he isn’t! I just hope MORE SMEXY TIMES!!!!!!!!!!

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Talrice
Talrice rated it
September 24, 2023
Status: Completed
This novel was pretty enjoyable and sweet with a very summer-y vibe. I personally wasn't a big fan of the age gap, but that's my personal preference. If you're able to look past the age gap, it's a nice, sweet story that feels very nostalgic.
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alice_animelover
alice_animelover rated it
September 3, 2023
Status: c1
Let me first start by saying that I only found out about this story because two of my favorite stories were ridiculed and 1-star rated by, let's call this person, Meany. So I checked out Meany's profile to see what (let's assume a she) she considered a 5-star, and this story was it.

4/5 for me.

Why?

Well, here's Meany's review:... more>>
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It's the kind of story that leaves its imprints in your memory. And whenever you think back to it, a smile accompanied by a warm fuzzy feeling materialises on your face.

The translation was alright, the story was well paced, the characters were memorable, and the fluff was EVERYTHING. There were so many moments throughout the novel that made me scream out loud from the overwhelming wholesomeness.

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And here is mine.

Wholesome? Oh, it is absolutely wholesome. In a ridiculously super cliche way.

I am completely being a bit*h because I am pissed at this person, so don't take my review to heart. Except for Meany.

First of all, b*tch,

A LOT of these translations are done for free. You are more than welcome to go to your local library, local bookstore, and any other locations near you and read books that have been edited and approved for publishing prints that has good eNgLiSh~.

f*ck off with that entitled attitude! If you don't like a translator's work then go find another one, or else, bye, go enjoy them MTLs. Ungrateful b*tches like you will ruin the experience overall for others.

Second, if I am speaking realistically, this story is about as creative as those shoujo mangas that shares the same tropes and character types.

Did I enjoy the story? I sure absolutely did. I also cringed at a lot of the scenes too, and not even from secondhand embarrassment. A lot of the scenes were easily predictable that it was cringey.

But, for you to bit*h and low rate so many other stories over petty sh*t only for you to 5-star this makes all your reviews seem so f*cking ridiculous. Some of the other stories you b*tched about actually does have a plot, character development, memorable characters, have fluffy moments, have wholesome moments, and, yes, when I think about them, I also have a smile materialized on my resting bit*h face!

Based on your basic ass review for this story you so graciously rated a whole f*cking 5/5 for, I concluded that the only reason yo b*tchass is being mean is because:

  1. Bad translation
  2. Not wholesome enough
  3. Not fluffy enough
Green Plum Island is fluffy and wholesome, but I say that ML still needs a redemption arc and still need more character development because his character is basically a walking red flag as much as all the f*cking ML from the stories you bit*h about.

As the reviewer Asigmah said:

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I had high expectations, but it's so boring and doesn't have any exciting events, just a flat line.

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switbluangel
switbluangel
July 17, 2023
Status: Completed
This was well written... A little too well written. I could not stop once I started. I'm not a professional reviewer by any means but I can actually relate to both the MC and ML.

The confusion, pain, happiness and sorrow when falling in love is there.

This is not a novel but seemed to like a watching a friend fall in love and gain love.

... more>> Idk it just feels so real to me as I'm with MC throughout his journey of love.

I love how the side characters blend in on the whole story unlike other novels where the side characters are just there to push the plot. I love how human MC's bff is, and how ML's daughter (niece) is an old soul and how supportive MC's grandfather and grandaunt is.

This is a really feel good novel. Just the proper amount of drama to spice it up. <<less
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StellaBang
StellaBang rated it
June 27, 2023
Status: Completed
i saw that some ppl doesn't like the story, and intellectually I can understand that. But, tbh, I don't care.

this story is not something to think too much about. It's something to feel, like gentle summer breeze, like sweet taste with a slight sourness.

don't complain 5yo kids can't be like that or something. Who cares? If you need ~realness~, open your door and go to the outside world. We (at least me) don't read bl for that.

the story is well written, even in translation, and it was a pleasure to... more>> read.

and it has THE BEST love letter i've ever read <<less
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Winterrz
Winterrz rated it
May 1, 2023
Status: Completed
I'ma be honest, I didn't read all the chapters!

Listen, before reading the novel, I'd seen a review saying it was really boring. But then I wondered; how boring can a love novel be? Am I right?! Well, I should have listened to that review lol😂 By chapter 13 I just couldn't take it anymore. Had to skip 10 chapters at a time after that. And even then it was like; meh. It's only the last 2 chapters that were nice. So...

The plot seems really original and not cliche. So atleast... more>> the author has that going on. Characters are passable as well. Maybe it's just that 'slice of life' novels are just like that at the end of the day; boring.

Would I read this again? No. Would I recommend this? I'd recommend reading 'Plum Candy love' instead. Wayyyy more interesting. <<less
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tzmmonloop
tzmmonloop rated it
February 1, 2023
Status: --
I love it. This is beautifully written and translated. The island, the sea, the summer love.. It's just so refreshing.

Characters are well-written. Not full-blown angst but drama is there. I love every aspect of this novel and no complaints.
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rebelakuma
rebelakuma rated it
August 30, 2022
Status: Completed
The main character's amusing and relatable points of view drew me in and kept me reading until the end. It's fascinating to hear him describe his various experiences with his "synesthesia, " because isn't it cool to be able to physically see someone's mood or emotions? In reality, we can sense other people's emotions and imagine what they are feeling, but the story's presentation of the MC's supernatural ability is an excellent addition. The supernatural element greatly enhances the plot.

Then, kudos on the excellent translation, which flows smoothly throughout the... more>> novel. It has a suitable tone and style, which makes the story more appealing to read. To be honest, it makes me wish Green Plum Island was real.

The endearing characters are another plus! Specifically, the MC and ML. I like both of them have flaws that add to their realism and appeal. And I like how they are surrounded by supportive people who assist them in overcoming adversity. I also appreciate how their romance developed naturally rather than abruptly. My only complaint is that I was left wanting more when the story ended. There are some additional stories, but it still felt incomplete... I'm not sure, but I was hoping the author could have included more extras to make the ending more special? But don't misunderstand me! Overall, I enjoy the story. I'd probably reread it because the translation and story are so enjoyable to read. A highly recommended novel for anyone who wants to feel in love:) <<less
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TheDarkQueenLuvvu
TheDarkQueenLuvvu rated it
August 30, 2022
Status: --
One of the most beautiful BL novel I've read to date. It's not dramatic or over the top. It has a refreshing feeling to it and the MC and ML have stolen my heart along with other supporting characters. The writing style is perfect and the translation is also top notch.

All in all this is full 10/10 for me.❤️
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hatenotlove
hatenotlove rated it
May 6, 2022
Status: Completed
I liked the 1 person POV it was nice ^-^ and while I didn't love the MC I thought he was funny and I liked his narration (he was pretty s*upid tho but I think it's ok since it's meant to be more on the "comedy" side). It had sweet moments and humorous ones, and just enough second-hand embarrassment that it was enjoyable and had me laughing out loud.

I wasn't crazy about any of the characters, and because it was a pretty short novel they didn't get that much development,... more>> but that's not necessarily a bad thing, otherwise the whole thing would have dragged out and become boring.

At first I wasn't a huge fan of the main couple, especially since I was worried the age gap would lead to some weird stuff (like dub- or non-con) but by the end I thought they were quite sweet and the author did a good job of balancing seriousness and light-hearted topics. I think it was handled pretty well and I have no grievances here

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um well the only thing I really didn't like was that biting k*nk. Everytime they kissed and the predator/prey comparisons came out I was all like *shifty eyes gif* so yeah. But dw its not that big of a thing and you can skip over them

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It's a nice enough story if you don't go in expecting anything more than what's on the cover <<less
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rimirinrin
rimirinrin
May 5, 2022
Status: Completed
Slice of life, very calm and bittersweet story.

I really like MC's straightforwardness just as the same as MC in Flying Gulls since they're from the same author. Afterall, a love that blossomed during summer holidays is a do it now or nothing kind of "bet" to him. He was very proactive in chasing his love and also very brave. His OS were often very funny too. It was another sad school life of being bullied due to his sexuality but the forward-looking him did not dwell on it too long.... more>> I LOVE the interactions between his grandpa and him. I have a soft spot for old people and seeing how much he doted on his grandson and how much Yu Mian also cared for his grandpa, it was really heartwarming.

ML Yan Kongshan is a very kind and gentle person. He was always respectful and helpful to the islanders.
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He had to sacrifice his job to take care of his niece after his sister passed away suddenly and I think that was very responsible and respectable.

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He was gentle in a sense that he warns MC on his advancements because he is a straight man and things may not work out between them and he doesn't want MC to get hurt. His actions were really gentleman though - like opening can drink, cooking and doing the dishes. He is also very good at teasing people and was literally a goo. I even got fluttery from his actions haha.

Qiuqiu is also a very smart kid for her age. Sometimes kids really say the darndest things and it's so true for her. She surprises me sometimes. MC's friend Sun Rui is very dependable and she is a great friend to have. Her straightforwardness in sexuality is over the top - such a daredevil. I really love her. MC's aunt was very supportive throughout as well especially when she went against the usual route of marriage and it was tough for a women at her time. The people on the island were all very helpful and I really felt that neighbourhood spirit in the book. I wished I could transmigrate there. It was such a great read I don't regret taking this up. <<less
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LH_12
LH_12 rated it
April 22, 2022
Status: Completed
It was such a pleasure to read this novel. The author is so talented; the novel is short, but its content is rich. The author has the ability to describe characters emotions with a few short, beautiful sentences, and the atmosphere in this novel is wonderful; everything feels so real. It seems as if you yourself have visited this island; you just feel the atmosphere set in the novel. It's like a memory of a beautiful summer vacation.

Apart from that, I liked that MC is 18 and acts as such;... more>> this is the age when a person seems grown-up but still has childish characteristics and is naive and inexperienced. This is exactly how the author described MC. ML is older, but despite what he himself thinks, he's young too. It was really nice to read about their relationship. There weren't any dramatic situations, and the story wasn't anything new, but it was too realistic. Because the author is so talented, this work is brilliant, and the MC's supernatural powers gave it a nice touch. <<less
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FrostyDragon
FrostyDragon
February 6, 2022
Status: Completed
Forgot to add stars, but wanted to give it a 5 star rating.

Slow burn romance that turned incredibly sweet. It's a slice of life, coming-of-age story of a boy with special abilities (he can see other people's emotions as colors and numbers) who spend the summer at Green Plum Island with his grandfather and falls for the older, jaded next door neighbor.

The MC and ML are a bit similar to the CP in Flying Gulls Never Land, another novel by this author. They're just healthier, well-adjusted versions without the craziness... more>> and toxic behavior. The MC pursues the ML, who's lost faith in love and hesitates to get involved because of the age difference and his own unwillingness to get into a relationship.

The writing is really good, and the translation allows it to shine. All the characters are three-dimensional, endearing people. The girl is adorable. I think she would have been a bit more realistic if the author had changed her age to 6-7, since 5 years old is really too young to be able to talk like she does. But that's the only actual problem I can think of. Everything else just flows really well. It's not a very exciting plot, but the charm is in the detail.

The coming out part was very touching.

The MC is down to earth, smart and relatable, one of the more engaging MCs I've encountered. The ML gradually revealed an sweet side that made me enjoy his character more and more towards the end. This novel hands out dog food in just the right amount.

A lot of fluffy novels feel bland and boring, but this one had just the right amount of tension between the CP to keep me hooked. It also didn't drag, which is always a plus.

Note: the cross-dressing is for a performance, not something they normally do. <<less
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InezNessie
InezNessie
December 19, 2021
Status: c58
SWEET!

The plot, the character and the translation works is really Good. Thanks for having this awesome novel shared and translated

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