I would like to preface this review by saying I thoroughly enjoyed the story. I would definitely recommend it to someone. I just think there is a minor issue that keep it from earning a five star rating.
The first issue is not one that limits the story from being rated five stars. I have read up to chapter 220 and this issue was a recent occurrence. The author stopped including the main character status page after he leaves the beginner village. I have not seen the main character’s stats or the stats of his summons for at least 30 chapters and it is a little bit frustrating. The status page was the main way that the author showed the main characters progress in the story. But, although it seems that the author is limiting the usage of the status in the soul book, it is not a dealbreaker. I can live with it.
The main issue that I feel limits the story from being five stars is the interaction between the main character, female lead, and slime. Iris, the female lead, is a beast tamer. She has raised a few beasts in the past. Apparently, treating the beast like a child is the best way to raise them because that is what she does.The other reasoning the author gave for the interaction with the slime is that it is family. I understand the justification that the slime is family, not a tool or pet, but that doesn’t mean it has to be treated like a baby. when the slime is kissed on the cheek every single chapter it’s pretty annoying. Also, the slime kisses the characters on the cheek every single chapter. Obviously, I am over exaggerating. But, when reading the story it feels as if that is the case. It got on my nerves a lot when I read the story. I understand that we treat our pets in a similar manner, but it was really cringeworthy when reading. Furthermore, the slime calls the main character papa and the female lead mama which is also very annoying. I’m pretty sure this novel has an R 18 tag, and these interactions make the story seem childish. It was frustrating to read in those moments to say the least.
Overall, as I said in the beginning, I would still recommend this novel. Despite the minor issues, it kept me engaged throughout the story which is not something that happens with a lot of these web novels. I would definitely give it a try and see if you like it!