Beatrice, Vol. 1

Beatrice #1

by Ma Cherie, Cierra (Artist)

Princess Beatrice of Elpasa can do nothing but watch helplessly as Duke Alessandro of the Nosteros Empire invades her country and strips her of her status―but nobody could’ve have predicted to take to the hard labor like a fish to water. Having grown up as the commoner Chloe, the former princess is quick to reclaim her birth name and chop off her long locks, eager to get a fresh start to her second life. Her past is hard to escape, however, as her intellect and charm catches the eye of Duke Alessandro himself! Will she be able to hide her identity as Beatrice, or is she fated to meet her end by his sword?

Genres: Manhwa, Manga, Romance, Fantasy, Graphic Novels

280 pages, Paperback

Published January 6, 2026

Reviews

[Jen · Rating 3 out of 5]

Pretty artwork, story is ok. I’ll give it another volume before I call it quits.

3, hopeful, stars.

[Unabridged Bibliophile · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5⭐️

[we_ew · Rating 3 out of 5]

Beatrice vol. 1
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Mid story but I love the couple together haha they're so cute lol. I don't care about the side characters or the storyline, it didn't do it for me. Beatrice and Archduke moments together the one carrying this manhwa. Occasionally have some funny moments too like when everyone thinking that the Archduke was gay lmaoo

I don't have really anything to say about this. It's Nice read and definitely beautiful art but the plot is weak.

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[Bibliothecat · Rating 4 out of 5]

Review to be adjusted once series is complete

I was definitely intrigued by the pretty cover but went into this with mid expectations. So far I really like it; it's darker than I had anticipated, often times these pseudo European-esque medieval settings feel a bit too fluffy. Beatrice, also known as Chloe, is a fun character - her being originally from our world is rarely referred to but she's already had her (second) life flipped over multiple times. She's appropriately frightened when faced with threatening circumstances but shows her strength and resilience in other areas. It's fun to see her with her apothecary knowledge and her enthusiasm for it and learning in general. I enjoyed the art and there are several fun side characters.

This is shaping up to be a slow burn - there's virtually no romance in the first volume. Duke Alessandro is as cold and calculating as they come and while we don't know his full backstory yet, there's enough shown to see why he largely holds women or the idea of love and marriage in contempt. He is ruthless and cruel in a way that can be off putting but I expect to see some character development from him. While he has no care for Beatrice and doesn't recognise her as Chloe, she is completely terrified of him so there will definitely need to be some work to get any romance going.

[Kastie Pavlik · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'm so torn. Not a lot has been revealed about the Duke to redeem his cruelty. But Chloe is adorable, resilient, and intelligent. She reminds me of Maomao and I want to continue the series just to see more of her. But I'm also kind of revolted that her love interest is the villainesque medieval Bruce Wayne character, no matter how hot he is. The art is gorgeous, though.

[Azbaqiyah · Rating 5 out of 5]

📖 Manhwa Review: Beatrice ✨

A fallen princess, a conquered kingdom, and a second chance at life.
Beatrice opens with heartbreak as Princess Beatrice of Elpasa loses everything to Duke Alessandro. But instead of breaking, she adapts—and honestly, that’s what hooked me right away. Watching her embrace hard labor and reclaim her identity (goodbye long hair 👋) makes her such a refreshing and resilient FL.

The tension between Beatrice (aka Chloe) and Duke Alessandro is 👀✨. Their interactions are subtle but charged, and I can already sense a slow-burn romance coming. The question of whether her true identity will be exposed keeps the story suspenseful and addictive.

And can we talk about the art? Absolutely gorgeous. From the elegant outfits to the soft yet dramatic expressions, every panel feels luxurious and immersive.

Overall, this is a strong start with a compelling FL, political tension, and romance waiting to ignite. I’m definitely staying for the next chapters 💜

🌹 Rating: A promising read with beautiful art & slow-burn vibes

[YuzuChu · Rating 2 out of 5]

ชื่อนิยายแปลไทย: เบียทริซ ชาติก่อนช่างปะไร ชาติใหม่ฉันเป็นเจ้าหญิง
ชื่อไทยใน kakao: เจ้าหญิงเบียทริซ

พระเอกชายแท้มากกกก (ก็สมคาร์สมยุคดี ชม) เป็นคนที่เดาได้เลยว่าถ้าเมียตายเพราะคลอดลูกแฝด มันน่าจะโทษลูกเกลียดลูกด้วยข้อหาทำเมียมันตายอะ แต่เส้นมันฮวาสวยมากกกก กับนางเอกแสนดีที่สุด น่ารัก นุ่มนิ่ม มองโลกในแง่ดี ยิ้มสวย จนรู้สึกว่าเวรกรรมของชีเนอะ ต้องมาได้กับคนแบบพระเอกเนี่ย55555 นาน ๆ ทีจะมีนางเอกผมสั้น แล้วชีเป็นคนที่ผมสั้นแล้วสวยอะ ชอบช่วงแรก ๆ ที่เริ่มรู้จักกัน มีการใช้สมุนไพร เอาตัวรอด แต่พอช่วงหลัง ๆ ก็คลั่งรักไปวัน ๆ ละ กะนางเอกต่อผมเรียบร้อย แอบนอยยย ชีผมสั้นแล้วชีสวยยย

กับยิ่งเห็นนิสัยพระเอกฉันยิ่งไม่ชอบอีตานี่อะ นางเอกเอาอยู่คนเดียว เธอเอามันลงได้ ที่เหลือไม่ต้องไปยุ่ง หมาบ้ามีตำแหน่งชัด ๆ เดี๋ยวตายในหน้าที่ ยศเจ็ดขั้นก็ไม่ได้กับเขาหรอก กับมีปมเรื่องนางเอกมีลูกยาก ชีเคยโดนบังคับแต่งงานกับคนอื่นมาก่อนก็ไม่ท้องซะที แต่พระเอกก็รักจริงสุด ๆ รับเลี้ยงเด็กน้อยคนนึงกันแล้วด้วยซ้ำ ตอนท้ายดันได้ลูกแฝดเพิ่มซะงั้น เลยเป็นครอบครัวสุขสันต์เชียว

[Sarah Tyson · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5
Thank you to the Publisher for the Digital Review Copy.

I thought this was interesting and I would like to see more from it.

However I found the scene were the Duke assaults Lady B to be completely unnecessary. Even if he was trying to make a point, his response to her boundary pushing was gratuitous if it is intended to remind us that he has a darkside. We watched him stab a sword through a woman and order her body to be hanged from a gate, I think we get the point. And I'm the last one to get pearl clutch-y about characters doing morally wrong things, I read plenty of horror and Gothic literature, but it didn't serve the story in the way I think it was intended to.

I love Chloe/Beatrice and found her wayyyy more intriguing as a character and I hope future novels focus on her a bit more since she is the titular character. She is really dynamic and fascinating!

[Heather’s Reading Bubble · Rating 4 out of 5]

Beatrice has a premise that I’ve seen many times. I actually found it to have a lot in common with 7th time loop. I’ll be honest this was on sale and the beautiful cover sold me and I can say I was pleasantly surprised.

Beatrice/Chloe is what keeps this story from falling into just another reincarnation story for me. Shes extremely likable. Intelligent, fast thinking and is never weepy despite being given so many reasons to be.

I was really enjoying my time with this story(more than many reviewers) from what I can see however it immediately lost points for that cringy and awful scene at the end with Alessandro and Lady Bandoras. How am I supposed to root for him when he’s being such a pos?! And the scene was written in a way where it was meant to be taken humorously.

I’ll continue on as I really do like Beatrice/Chloe and I am invested in her story. Alessandro at this point is of zero interest to me.

[E.J. Powell · Rating 4 out of 5]

Artist is amazing, the plot is different than one I've read about reincarnations. The ML is a little on the forceful side when it comes to women, and it shows a tiny bit of abuse that at least showcases how he acts. I'm hoping with time and the more he gets to know Beatrice "Chloe" the more he'll not be that way.

Fair warning, there's a few scenes of abuse/assaulted that might make other readers uncomfortable. The scenes don't show anything beyond being thrown, shoved around, and one of ripping a dress. Not terrible, but a trigger warning all the same for some readers.

The story and plot aren't bad, so I'm hoping vol 2 will be more better.

[Jane · Rating 5 out of 5]

4.75 Stars 🌟

I really enjoyed this, but the start was rough. I wasnt sure what to expect, but the violence was a lot. I am glad it wasnt too gory, but I have a visual mind, so I couldn't kind of imagine it anyway. I loved seeing Beatrice/Chloe grow as she lives as a war slave. I also loved that Ma Cherie took the isekai trope and changed it up just a bit. I won't say much more to avoid spoiling the plot, but yeah, I really recommend it.

[Kaitlynne · Rating 3 out of 5]

I think I've started reading this at one point in time, but I can't remember where I left off. I think the story is interesting, and I really like the characters so far. Hopefully it will start picking up pace soon and more things will start happening.

Thank you Yen Press for the ARC!

All thoughts and opinions are my own

[A. Sisley · Rating 3 out of 5]

ardzo głupiutki i naiwny tytuł, choć przez większość czasu całkiem przyjemny.
Jednak liczyłam na coś poważniejszego, a dostałam ciepłą historię, grubymi nićmi szytą z takimi zbiegami okoliczności i magii, że miałam czasami ochotę walić głową w ścianę.
Trochę dla mnie za słodkie.

[Cassandra · Rating 3 out of 5]

3.5. The art work and the story are both nice but neither are truly captivating. I am interested in seeing how her medical training/learning will continue so I will read the next volume if my library gets it.

[Margarita Felix · Rating 4 out of 5]

Segunda vez que lo leo y sigue siendo de mis favoritos sin duda, no pongo 5 estrellas porque es muy lento el desarrollo hasta el capítulo 60 o más por fin se besan, pero es una maravilla!

[Alina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Rating for Manhwa Season 1

[Mackenzie Tate · Rating 4 out of 5]

I like the art and consistent character building

[Diana · Rating 3 out of 5]

Gorgeous art!

[Aly · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting start. I feel like I got catfished by the cover art lol

[Miss Susan · Rating 3 out of 5]

art's cute but the transmigration premise is tacked on. would be better off as pure fantasy

3 stars

[Anna · Rating 1 out of 5]

So bad, like astonishingly bad.

[Rebekah · Rating 1 out of 5]

Didn’t care much for the art or the plot.

[Jina · Rating 4 out of 5]

Technically 4.5 stars, but since GoodReads still doesn't let us give partial stars I had to leave it as a four. I took points away because the artwork isn't that appealing to me, but the story is good.

[Noemi · Rating 3 out of 5]

Check out my full review on AnimeUKNews:
https://animeuknews.net/2026/01/beatr...

[Rebecca · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 rounded up for the beautiful art. The story has some issues with both pacing and the use of slavery (it knows slavery is bad but isn't great at showing it), but I'd buy a poster of that cover.

[Sara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Read more graphic novel reviews at The Graphic Library.

In the kingdom of Elpasa, a princess named Beatrice is taken captive as the neighboring Empire invades. She is sold to a noble family as a slave, something Beatrice knows all to well from her early life. The invading force, led by the intimidating Duke Alessandro, as well as several knights, intimidate Beatrice and are all people she hopes to never see again once she fades into the background in her new life. Beatrice knows how to lay low; as soon as they cross the border into the Empire, she melts into old slave persona. She cuts off her gorgeous flowing locks, ditches her long, billowy skirts, and becomes the unassuming Chloe, ever amenable and focused solely on tidying and serving.

To begin, this title seemed like a regressor to Beatrice/Chloe, but there's another twist that brings in another past life in Korea. The real-world connection comes much later in the volume, perhaps as a way to be different than other regressor titles. Instead, it hits as a bit jarring because it's a second stab at a previous life and becomes billed as Chloe having even more convenient background knowledge to help her in her current environment. Once the narrative begins to weave all of Chloe's talents, everything smooths out and makes me wish that there were hints to Korea at the beginning of the volume. On the positive side, Chloe is sweet, hardworking, and caring. There's most likely going to be a romance, but it's a slow burn that will build over multiple volumes.

Yen Press rates this for teen. In volume one, there is some on page violence with women being murdered during the castle take-over, and some threats of sexual violence.

Sara's Rating: 8/10
Suitability Level: Grades 9-12

[Dalia Clovers · Rating 4 out of 5]

El arte es hermoso, evoluciona y mejora con cada capítulo que pasa.

Realmente les deseo un final feliz a la parejita 🥰