Predatory Marriage

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Princess Leah wrote a su*cide note ahead of her wedding.

It was because she was certain that she would die after the wedding night; a miserable end of a princess who devoted her life to the country and to the royal family.

But before giving up her life, Leah planned her last revenge to the family, one that would surely leave them in ruins even after she became a cold corpse.

She would bring them shame by being a non-virg*n bride.

“Why did you throw away your first experience? Don’t you just want to run away?”

“I… I want to die.” Leah impulsively confided to the man she slept with for one night.

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l8rose
l8rose rated it
April 14, 2024
Status: Completed
3.5 but Rounded up because I like it.

This is a story that can be summed up by the words "p*rn-driven plot". While that is not necessarily a bad thing, it doesn't really lead to much more than finding excuses for the two leads to bone. There are some good points to the story but it's very overshadowed by the smut which is a little... different at times.

Also, the story starts with an incident and then does a 100-chapter (roughly) flashback to how that played out.

The MC is Leah, the only... more>> Princess of Estia, who is to be married to a Margrave. The MC alternates between cowering in fear and showcasing the attitude of a princess (you may get whiplash depending on how fast you read). She has dedicated her entire life to the royal family and her country but feels utterly betrayed by what is happening. So she chooses to do the one thing that would ruin the Queen's plans and go have pre-marital s*x with someone other than her future husband. This leads her straight into the path of the ML.

Spoiler

In reality, Leah has been brainwashed by the Queen who is her stepmother. This woman controls everything about the Princess. From how much she eats to her behaviour. This is done through mild starvation, physical abuse and magic. All of that has resulted in a nearly completely broken woman who believes her only way out is to become a "spoiled product" by having s*x and then fully intends to kill herself.

The ML's intervention is to screw the will to live back into her which surprisingly works.

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The ML is Ishakan, the King of the Kurkans, who steals her away in the first chapter before it switches to the events leading up to that bride kidnapping. It involves him posing as a gigolo and seducing the Princess. The ML is bestial and acts like the stereotypical "wolf". Especially once he has chosen the MC as his mate.

Spoiler

Ishakan is actually the most extreme version of a Kurkan. To the point that he is immune to magic spells and practically loses his reason when it comes to s*x with the MC. During their wedding ritual, he had to be chained to a pillar because it put him in a rut like a beast. And yes, he does knot her. Apparently, his pen*s swells because it is described as looking like a normal one.

This kind of s*x is also the only way for a Kurkan to reproduce which means they can have s*x as much as they want as long as they don't lose their rationality (or whatever you want to consider the equivalent here).

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The first part storyline follows the MC and ML in Estia prior to her kidnapping for about 100 chapters. Almost all of this is from the MC's point of view so we just think the MC is traumatized by her cruel half-brother and the Queen but eventually, we are shown that she is under the Queen's magic. It is at this point that the story decides to just go straight to p*rn logic and engage in s*xual healing.

Spoiler

The ML's body fluids are potent magical ingredients that can be used to reduce other spells. So, his sorcerer suggests that he regularly feeds the MC his s**en. Which is not something I ever thought I would write out.

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The story only kind of degenerates from there. Especially given that we get two time skips (three weeks for one and two months for the other) so that the author didn't have to write their journey or how the MC acted while brainwashed.

Spoiler

The author wrote the MC as unconscious for the entire escape from Estia to the Kurkan capital. I do get it, writing a journey with nothing happening is pretty boring but it was just strange. The second time jump was clearly because the author did not want to detail how the MC was now fawning over the Crown Prince (who really only has one thought and is dedicated to possessing the MC).

It just makes the story feel a little disjointed as we are quickly told about how they were acting and how the ML was losing his mind over the MC.

Also, the spell to switch her love from the ML to the Crown Prince was interesting but at the same time, really weird. It completely erased the traces of the ML from her mind even though he's a diplomatic figure that she would have known about since he was the King of another nation.

The Queen also brainwashed all the nobles but like everyone seemed to forget that the MC had become the Queen of the Kurkans (or that she had been kidnapped by the ML). Even the poor people forgot it.

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I did like the ending as it did not treat the antagonists lightly. The main one does receive a rather brutal end.

Spoiler

All of the front line guys who were sent to kill or capture the MC end up getting killed by the ML or the other Kurkans. The ML is very fond of ripping people apart with his bare hands.

One of the Crown Prince's concubines tries to have the MC violated to "put her in her place". This results in the ML ripping her head from her body off-screen and giving it to the Crown Prince.

The Crown Prince gets stabbed in the heart by the MC.

The Queen loses control of her power after her son's death and ends up stabbed by the ML with a special sword which prevents her from using her magic. He then rips off her arms. She then gets to spend the next however long (it's not specified) as an armless beggar in the streets of Estia's capital. Eventually, she is brought before the MC who then gives the order for her to be killed but leaves it up to her Kurkan followers to decide. It's implied that the Queen is brutally torn apart slowly.

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So in closing, I liked this but it's got a lot of problems. There are better written stories and better written smut but it's a nice (and kinda steamy) way to spend an evening.

Not related to the rating but I also have to say that the initial translator's choice of words also made me laugh like a hyena. In no realm of anything should the word "acorns" be used to describe something in smut. <<less
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Owshii
Owshii rated it
March 14, 2023
Status: Completed
My honest review? This is really an awesome novel I have ever read in my life! Even if they are going to removed the snu snu scenes, this plot will still be awesome! Especially the ML, Ishakan, is the best ML of all the novels I've read so far! He is such a green flag from the beginning 'til the end of the story. I just loved it when there's less angst and misunderstandings and even if there is, they are being honest to each other.

You will know a novel... more>> is a masterpiece when you can't seemed to noticed the story already ended because you enjoyed it and that it left such a big impact on your mind, heart and soul.

Ishakan, quite scary but softie when it comes to Leah is the best!!! And I also love the other characters which was portrayed very well. I will miss them so much! Thank you author-nim for this wonderful story! You heal my soul.

Truck-kun! Come, please hit me! <<less
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Gail_42
Gail_42 rated it
February 19, 2023
Status: c364
If you want a hot dude who's like "I literally couldn't pull out even if I wanted because I'm legit basically a beast in bed" then welcome to heaven. If this dude broke me during the act, I would thank God after going into the afterlife. Anyway. The translation, plot, characters, smut, etc are all very well done. As a bonus, it's complete and fully translated to English. The chapters feel short, but the quantity brings it to a generous length for the typical reader. There might be uncomfortable... more>> race and social class topics that push some readers away, and they're not necessarily wrong. It does try to address how those issues are inherently bad and need to be eliminated, but don't expect it to be as clever as you would hope. It's definitely worth at least one read for anyone who enjoys possessive characters, intense smut scenes, and fairly quality plot. <<less
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srs
srs rated it
December 26, 2022
Status: c300
I don’t why people have reviewed it negatively.

I can say the characters in this novel are my favourite out of any that I have ever read.
I can’t appreciate it’s beauty in words, just how beautiful the characters are. The male protagonist has set the bar for me so high that I don’t think it’s ever possible to reach, and it’s not something fantasy related that I am talking about, apart from his good look and physique I am talking about his mentality, I can’t frame it in sentences that how brilliant he is, he is - supportive, caring, patient and at the same time is demanding his love from her. I can’t tell how invested I was. It had all the spice and love which I never expected I would come across. I am just in awe and this story will be forever one of those which I would never like to forget. 😭♥️
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Zereo
Zereo
May 29, 2022
Status: c32
The storyis quite good till now and the characters are not bad either. BUT tye FL description is horrible. Is again the she is " smaller and more petite than her peers " and that she only eats 2 apple slides so eating 2 additional plums will make her fat. And the authors never fails to bring either one of this up in every chapter. We got it. She is cute and smal and does not need any food so please spot saying it in every chapter
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Zureah
Zureah rated it
February 7, 2022
Status: --
Its one of my first korean novel that I have read, and its amazing. Both the ML and FL are a great pair, the story has a unique plot and the translation is wonderful.
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blackdevil911
blackdevil911 rated it
January 18, 2022
Status: c281
The story flow is freakincg good and thw personality between the FL and ML is really sweet but sadly they have to faced the reality which cause them to drifting away from eachother. FL and Ml's love is freaking sad because the sacrifices, huhu. I can't help but cry. SUPPER SUPPER RECOMMENDING THIS NOVEL!
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taebelly98
taebelly98 rated it
November 15, 2021
Status: c252
one word, MASTERPICE!

This Ishakan will never fail to surprise, amaze, and make you burst out laughters. The way he treat Leah, his consideration, and all his actions is just my taste, and I would dare to say Ishakan now is my top favorite Male Lead ever.

And I would like to send my bunch of thanks to the translator for doing the great job #deepbow

Pls support the author as well as you read on ridibooks^^
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ayaana3211
ayaana3211 rated it
October 31, 2021
Status: --
I started reading this novel by chance. Chemistry is great between leads. You can award Ishakan "Best husband" along with Hugh (Lucia) and Riftan (Under the Oak tree). You won't be disappointed. Only thing bothers me is why doesn't Leah realise her fear for Cerdina is greatest but even after losing memories ? Strange, she doesn't believe/feel it? That would have been in her subconscious mind right like how she craves for Ishakan. Strongest feelings can't be submerged. I wish translater can finish all chapters soon. HAPPY READING.
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baiqianqy
baiqianqy rated it
October 9, 2021
Status: c1
This is the best smut novel EVER!!
Both the male lead and female lead are so charismatic and interesting.
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Otaku713
Otaku713 rated it
August 25, 2021
Status: c206
I agree with reviewer ezis that this novel is basically meant for the smut scenes. The translation is very good and that alone deserves 4 stars but the actual story is....... well....... riddled with major plot-holes

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Spoiler

We now know that all this time she (and seemingly the entirety of the kingdom) are under Cerdina's influence.... but still, if the power meant she had no will of her own and so could not kill herself, WHY go to brothel (and increase the possibility of contracting STD, I mean I guess they don't have venereal diseases in fantasy land) of all places? Certainly with her dainty yet icy looks there would be no shortage of potential lovers?!?!?!?!

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And for someone who is supposedly lowest hanging fruit in the royal tree how come she has the authority to implement any work/reform?

In short, if you mainly want to read smutty stuff and don't really care about the world building or story structure and development then do read this- the smut scenes are pretty hot. Beyond that- Meh! <<less
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applelollita
applelollita rated it
July 31, 2021
Status: c191
This novel has almost half the political intrigue of The Villainess Lives Twice and all the smut it should have to make it worth the 3.5 stars I'm giving it. If you read far enough, everything will make enough sense to read further. It is a nice novel. It is worth at least reading once.
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CelesKnox
CelesKnox rated it
May 16, 2021
Status: Completed
It's good. I enjoyed it and Ishakan is trully something. The smut scenes are wild and actually some are weird but it's still okay.

But it's unfortunate how
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FL can't stand for herself and always made ML came to save her all the time. I don't mind a weak FL, but I just hope she didn't always rely on ML to save her

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winterflower
winterflower rated it
December 27, 2020
Status: c93
Great storyline!

Sometimes you might hate the characters but they make the story more interesting.

Many don't like the FL but she's one of the reasons why I wanted to finish reading this story. I wanna know what will happen to her at the end. She deserves a happy ending.

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Ps. I love Ishakan so much! He deserves the best.. Must protect

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maddymad
maddymad
June 20, 2020
Status: --
I was intrigued at first thought ML would be caring person but he's not according to me. He never really listen to her or respect her as a equal. Im sorry I'm not gonna settle for anything less than equality. Their first encounter interesting s*x too at first cause FL is vocal she say what she wants unlike allthose papathetic fl's who just lay there. Problem is ML didnt really cator to her words. She's starved by her family sure its abusive but force feeding her because her physique not... more>> to his liking is also abusive. He should have had a more soft approach a suggestions, advice rather than blackmail. I know some people like pushy guys never understood why. What I want to see is self confidence crumbled and beg for her love. <<less
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Twinteen01
Twinteen01 rated it
May 24, 2020
Status: c19
I am in love with story so far. I am very grateful to the translator for translating this novel.I cannot wait for the next update, keep up with the amazing work ♡♡
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bebebisous33
bebebisous33
May 12, 2020
Status: c28
A great story. It starts with a kidnapping, then we have very early many smut chapters. The ML and the FL are interesting: both strong and intelligent, although the FL is also vulnerable at the same time. In the beginning, she has suicidal thoughts.
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rubyz
rubyz
March 9, 2024
Status: Completed
I will say few things...

The plot is interesting but the ML is hot and green forest....

The fl's family is pure shjt

And I loved the continuous smut (how did that malnourished girlie handle him)

I was invested in this story when I read it... (I cried)
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Frantangilor
Frantangilor rated it
November 9, 2023
Status: --
I really liked this 🥹 the MC is smart and the plot is thick and the ML is the perfect mix of doting & fierce but not abusive in any way, and tbh I even loved the villain Yandere brother who was screwed up from birth. All the characters have depth and the sx scenes were hot because the writing really had you invested in the couple. 10/10 tbh would recommend
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shinnace
shinnace rated it
November 7, 2023
Status: Completed
Yeah, I finished reading it a long time ago lol and I'm happy that there's a new chapter release, wow. I'm reading the manhwa although I like the novel more. I missed Ishakan and Leah and Lesha too, I hope that their second child is a baby girl that resembles Isha more than Leah. Hoping for more chaps, I love this novel - it's one of my favorite
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