Item: The CEO's Painted Skin
Rating: 3.8
Author: XOMatsumaeohana

XOMatsumaeohanaLv155yr

2019-04-01 10:44

With a title like this, I wasn't expecting smut. I was going to break this review down on writing Quality etc. But I need to point out a flaw in this plot. I don't see what the two have as romance right now. Instead, all I see is 'lust' and 'desire.' that's a common theme that's found on WN. So that's fine. But I don't think Caroline or John realize that there are no actual feelings of 'love' Maybe you can add this in and in the future a more genuine romance can be built between them. Writing Quality: There's a few issued, but nothing that can't be fixed with a writing program like Grammarly or prowriting aid. Character Design: Contrary to the present plot line, the characters are developed - though John's story is still vague for now. I'm guessing this was done deliberately. We learn a lot about Caroline's situation from the very beginning. So it's easy to understand what sort of personality she has Story Development: Right now I'm unsure of where the plot is going. But I'm guessing John will chose to go after her and Caroline will think more about her feelings for John. Or maybe they could spend much longer apart from each other. You could have them meet again when they are much older, maybe a year time skip? Overall: This is my first time reading this type of story. I hope I was able to give you some good advice. And keep up the good work!!

The CEO's Painted Skin

Lizabelle88

4.4

512 Chs

Liked by 41 people

Replies8

AbeninkaLv3

Effort💕💕

5yr

damnlochnessmonstaLv4

Wait, Catherine or the other twin sister, Caroline? The synopsis said the MC is Catherine.

5yr

XOMatsumaeohanaLv15

🤣 I just realized the mistake on this review

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XOMatsumaeohanaLv15

🤣🤣 Yep, wrote the wrong name. 😵 Names, got confused 😆

damnlochnessmonsta:Wait, Catherine or the other twin sister, Caroline? The synopsis said the MC is Catherine.

5yr

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Cher_YanLv1

Hey! How are you? If you ever have the chance, you should check out my new novel UnderHerSkin. I think you would really enjoy reading it. But if you don’t have time, I totally understand! I have a great story waiting for you~ It would mean the world! ❤️ Best of luck reading!!

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