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六爻
六爻 [Liu Yao: The Revitalization of Fuyao Sect]
A cultivation story about how a declining sect is restored by a narcissist, troublemaker, meanie, idiot, and wimpy kid.
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January 3, 2025
no, i dont hate liu yao and no, i dont hate priest. after encountering so many positive reviews and seeing that this novel is only 109 chapters, which is relatively little in danmei, i thought it would be a great holiday read. well, the holidays got a little extended since i spent 5 months with this book.
before my excessive ranting and complaints lets talk about the plot. 'A cultivation story about how a declining sect is restored by a narcissist, troublemaker, meanie, idiot, and wimpy kid.' basically these five mischievous delinquents want to restore their clan’s former glory, but one of them gets possessed. and then another. it’s a long story.
i enjoyed the first 2 volumes, but later on in the novel i found myself wondering 'when is it gonna end? why are they beating around the bush? and WHAT exactly is going on?' after vol2 the arcs tend to be quite repetitive and so very long that at a certain point i was reading it just for the sake of finishing. i liked the characters and at some moments i loved them, but after all they came to be quite forgettable. the ending was so abrupt and like? what happened to the other 3 main characters? genuinely, where was this going? it probably was the lack of direction to the story.
the strength of it i think is the humour, as in any of priest’s works, as always witty and amusing. i appreciate a mystery aspect woven in the story, but again, i didnt really care for it in the first place, as i just wanted to be done with it RIGHT NOW.
if you are here for the romance, forget about it. i expected little romance, and got even less. at this point, i dont even think it can be called bl, well brother love maybe, but by the end of it i was sick. sick of how much people continuously and shamelessly lied to my face about how beautiful and sweet the romance is, because it isn’t. it is barely existent. and truly it is more of a brotherly love, with occasional hugs and kisses, and even in the end i didnt take them as a couple. really, am i missing something? if you are like me and love to experience that yearning feeling that the romance is giving—it was always overshadowed by the plot (which is arguably boring too) and if you thought that SPL had little romance, then this one is definitely not for you.
the whole concept of the story i really like, but if you like xianxia because of complex magic system and cool otherworldly characters (with the exception to yan zhengming), well… consider choosing something else to read. this one was kinda underwhelming.
i felt detached from the story, it felt stretchy and rushed at the same time and as if it was missing something. i can totally see the appeal and why people like it, but to me it was definitely not on par with priest’s other works like SPL or Mo Du.
before my excessive ranting and complaints lets talk about the plot. 'A cultivation story about how a declining sect is restored by a narcissist, troublemaker, meanie, idiot, and wimpy kid.' basically these five mischievous delinquents want to restore their clan’s former glory, but one of them gets possessed. and then another. it’s a long story.
i enjoyed the first 2 volumes, but later on in the novel i found myself wondering 'when is it gonna end? why are they beating around the bush? and WHAT exactly is going on?' after vol2 the arcs tend to be quite repetitive and so very long that at a certain point i was reading it just for the sake of finishing. i liked the characters and at some moments i loved them, but after all they came to be quite forgettable. the ending was so abrupt and like? what happened to the other 3 main characters? genuinely, where was this going? it probably was the lack of direction to the story.
the strength of it i think is the humour, as in any of priest’s works, as always witty and amusing. i appreciate a mystery aspect woven in the story, but again, i didnt really care for it in the first place, as i just wanted to be done with it RIGHT NOW.
if you are here for the romance, forget about it. i expected little romance, and got even less. at this point, i dont even think it can be called bl, well brother love maybe, but by the end of it i was sick. sick of how much people continuously and shamelessly lied to my face about how beautiful and sweet the romance is, because it isn’t. it is barely existent. and truly it is more of a brotherly love, with occasional hugs and kisses, and even in the end i didnt take them as a couple. really, am i missing something? if you are like me and love to experience that yearning feeling that the romance is giving—it was always overshadowed by the plot (which is arguably boring too) and if you thought that SPL had little romance, then this one is definitely not for you.
the whole concept of the story i really like, but if you like xianxia because of complex magic system and cool otherworldly characters (with the exception to yan zhengming), well… consider choosing something else to read. this one was kinda underwhelming.
i felt detached from the story, it felt stretchy and rushed at the same time and as if it was missing something. i can totally see the appeal and why people like it, but to me it was definitely not on par with priest’s other works like SPL or Mo Du.
February 19, 2025
3.5 stars.
At first, I was thoroughly captivated by its engaging premise, which promised a rich exploration of emotions and relationships. However, as I progressed through the narrative, I ultimately found the story to be longer than necessary for the themes it aimed to convey. With each chapter, I grew increasingly fatigued, leading to a decline in my interest in both the characters and the overarching plot.
The plot itself is well-crafted and intriguing, don’t get me wrong, but it began to feel repetitive as key events seemed to circle back without significant development. Even though 108 chapters plus additional extras are kind of short for a Danmei, this particular story felt overly drawn out and lacked the pacing needed to maintain my engagement.
The romance, which initially filled me with excitement and anticipation, eventually started to detract from my overall enjoyment. By the time the characters finally acknowledged their feelings and came together, I found myself unable to share in the joy of their union. My enthusiasm had waned due to the drawn-out denial of their emotions, which became increasingly frustrating as the story unfolded.
But I did find it incredibly sweet once they finally got over themselves. Yan Zhengming mourning an entire century for Cheng Qian, spoke volumes about the depth of his devotion. This unwavering commitment not only underscored his profound feelings but also exemplified the extraordinary power of love to endure even the harshest trials of time and circumstance. The evolution of their relationship—from frustration and denial to a genuine, heartfelt union—was a compelling testament to the determination it takes to forge lasting connections.
The characters:
Cheng Qian: He is the protagonist, and I love him. Throughout the story, he endures tremendous challenges—loss, betrayal, and the weight of responsibility—but he remains true to himself from the beginning to the end. He does experience character development, but his core values and moral compass never waver, which makes him a compelling and relatable character.
Yan Zhengming: He serves as the love interest and is an incredibly complex character. At first, he comes across as a lazy, pampered young master, reveling in his wealth and privilege without a care in the world. However, after the significant time skip, his character undergoes a remarkable transformation. He rises to the occasion and displays immense growth, taking on the burdens of his sect with determination and maturity, which showcases his depth and evolving sense of responsibility.
Li Yun: He is depicted as a clever and witty friend who often brings levity to tense situations. His sharp intelligence and playful nature shine through as he frequently teases Yan Zhengming about his obvious crush on Cheng Qian. These moments of humor not only provide comic relief but also reveal a layer of camaraderie among the characters, enhancing their friendships.
Han Yuan: Initially, he proved to be the most annoying character, coming off as foolish and impulsive, which grated my nerves. However, as the story progresses and we reach the time skip, I find myself warming up to him. His journey reveals some hidden depths, although I felt his character arc was somewhat rushed, leaving me craving more time to connect with him and understand his growth more fully.
Puddle (Han Tan): She is a lively comic relief character who brings a fun, light-hearted energy to the narrative. While I appreciated her presence and the humor she added, I couldn’t help but feel that her character wasn't explored to her full potential. With such an interesting setup(her being half-human, half-yao), it seemed there was room for more depth and development in her storyline.
Muchun Zhenren: He quickly became my favorite character, and I found myself wishing his role in the novel didn’t conclude so early. His tragic backstory, filled with loss and sacrifice, added significant emotional weight to the plot. I sincerely hope that by the end, he found the peace and happiness he so deserved with his partner.
Despite these complaints, I still liked the novel. The writing remained enjoyable, and there were moments of genuine connection that shone through. In summary, while the novel has its flaws, it was still a fun read that offered glimpses of brilliance amidst its challenges.
At first, I was thoroughly captivated by its engaging premise, which promised a rich exploration of emotions and relationships. However, as I progressed through the narrative, I ultimately found the story to be longer than necessary for the themes it aimed to convey. With each chapter, I grew increasingly fatigued, leading to a decline in my interest in both the characters and the overarching plot.
The plot itself is well-crafted and intriguing, don’t get me wrong, but it began to feel repetitive as key events seemed to circle back without significant development. Even though 108 chapters plus additional extras are kind of short for a Danmei, this particular story felt overly drawn out and lacked the pacing needed to maintain my engagement.
The romance, which initially filled me with excitement and anticipation, eventually started to detract from my overall enjoyment. By the time the characters finally acknowledged their feelings and came together, I found myself unable to share in the joy of their union. My enthusiasm had waned due to the drawn-out denial of their emotions, which became increasingly frustrating as the story unfolded.
But I did find it incredibly sweet once they finally got over themselves. Yan Zhengming mourning an entire century for Cheng Qian, spoke volumes about the depth of his devotion. This unwavering commitment not only underscored his profound feelings but also exemplified the extraordinary power of love to endure even the harshest trials of time and circumstance. The evolution of their relationship—from frustration and denial to a genuine, heartfelt union—was a compelling testament to the determination it takes to forge lasting connections.
The characters:
Cheng Qian: He is the protagonist, and I love him. Throughout the story, he endures tremendous challenges—loss, betrayal, and the weight of responsibility—but he remains true to himself from the beginning to the end. He does experience character development, but his core values and moral compass never waver, which makes him a compelling and relatable character.
Yan Zhengming: He serves as the love interest and is an incredibly complex character. At first, he comes across as a lazy, pampered young master, reveling in his wealth and privilege without a care in the world. However, after the significant time skip, his character undergoes a remarkable transformation. He rises to the occasion and displays immense growth, taking on the burdens of his sect with determination and maturity, which showcases his depth and evolving sense of responsibility.
Li Yun: He is depicted as a clever and witty friend who often brings levity to tense situations. His sharp intelligence and playful nature shine through as he frequently teases Yan Zhengming about his obvious crush on Cheng Qian. These moments of humor not only provide comic relief but also reveal a layer of camaraderie among the characters, enhancing their friendships.
Han Yuan: Initially, he proved to be the most annoying character, coming off as foolish and impulsive, which grated my nerves. However, as the story progresses and we reach the time skip, I find myself warming up to him. His journey reveals some hidden depths, although I felt his character arc was somewhat rushed, leaving me craving more time to connect with him and understand his growth more fully.
Puddle (Han Tan): She is a lively comic relief character who brings a fun, light-hearted energy to the narrative. While I appreciated her presence and the humor she added, I couldn’t help but feel that her character wasn't explored to her full potential. With such an interesting setup(her being half-human, half-yao), it seemed there was room for more depth and development in her storyline.
Muchun Zhenren: He quickly became my favorite character, and I found myself wishing his role in the novel didn’t conclude so early. His tragic backstory, filled with loss and sacrifice, added significant emotional weight to the plot. I sincerely hope that by the end, he found the peace and happiness he so deserved with his partner.
Despite these complaints, I still liked the novel. The writing remained enjoyable, and there were moments of genuine connection that shone through. In summary, while the novel has its flaws, it was still a fun read that offered glimpses of brilliance amidst its challenges.
December 31, 2019
Another one of my favorites. At this point, priest can write about people going to the supermarket and I'll faithfully read all 800 pages of it.
Plot:
This story features the Fuyao sect and starts off with an eccentric sect master taking in five disciples, each with their own distinct personalities, strengths, weaknesses and history. The first 30-40% of the novel establishes the found family dynamic. But disaster strikes. Their master is killed and the kids uncover a murder plot and discover a little of the dark history behind their sect. At this point, the oldest of the five is only a teenager and the youngest is a literally toddler. The oldest disciple has to become the sect master.
I felt so anxious for them! As the five try to journey home to the Fuyao mountain, more tragedy happens. The third disciple, our main character (Chengqian), is killed.
This was the moment when the novel came to life for me. The arc leading to Chengqian's death was absolutely heartbreaking to read because of the vivid descriptions of the others. Our other main character, the first disciple Yan Zhengming, goes into a state of helpless shock and denial. The descriptions of his emotions were really heartbreaking because they described the end of his childhood and the loss of his innocence.
Then we get a timeskip of a hundred years. I notice that priest often uses tragedy to further her characterization. In nearly all the novels by her that I've read, tragedy often moulds and matures many of her main characters - especially the idealistic, young and naive types.
The remnants of the Fuyao sect reunite after this timeskip. They're trying to find a way to unlock the seal placed on Fuyao mountain. Along the way, they discover conspiracies and uncover a lot of dark and bloody history. And that's the basic plot. I do wish that the story focused less on the five of them coming together, and more on the tragedy that shaped them and the timeskip...
Review:
This novel was many things. It's a coming-of-age novel that was gripping to read. There was humor and lighthearted back-and-forth among the brothers, and there were poignant and bittersweet moments. As always, priest describes the psychological very well and I'm in love with her characters. Yan Zhengming, the unfortunate boy who was thrust into a difficult and thankless leadership position, has actually grown very well into his role as the leader of a ragtag, struggling small sect, managing to take care of the younger disciples whilst searching for ways to break the seal, but he shows spurts of deep exhaustion, anger, frustration and helplessness. A big thread in the novel is his struggle with his inner demons (the xinmo - literally, heart demons), his sense of powerlessness, anger and insecurity, where he fantasizes about ditching all of them even though he knows he never would.
In the meantime, Chengqian's narrative thread touches on how he moves from a cold, aloof and indifferent view of the world (he literally resurrects as a sort of ice/jade spirit) into someone who feels, struggles and is tied to life and living (partly thanks to the romance subplot).
This novel also felt a bit like a deep dive into mortality and a sort of analysis of the wuxia genre. In wuxia, cultivators often spend their whole life cultivating to become good enough to ascend to the heavens, where one presumably lives happily, powerfully and peacefully for eternity (commented on in Heaven Official’s Blessing 天官赐福 ).
In this novel, the entire idea of heaven is taken apart and examined. Many of the antagonists are characters who have experienced hardship, who want to escape to something better, or they chase after the golden fruit of heavenly immortality and use it to justify inhuman acts, etc, but the protagonists' discover the deeply hidden secret of their world: transcending human consciousness doesn't lead to heavenly immortality. Instead, it leads to a state very like Dust in The Golden Compass- becoming part of the universe.
In every wuxia novel, people become cultivators to escape the pain, powerlessness and suffering of ordinary life. When they become cultivators, they become powerful, and they work hard to ascend to heaven, where heaven becomes the goal that gives meaning to all their actions. Now that the main characters discover that there is no heaven, many of the actions and efforts of the antagonists' and even the protagonists' suddenly become meaningless. In the end, the novel seemed to suggest to me that no matter how powerful one became, there was no escaping mortality, pain and suffering.
It was a thought-provoking read. There was a lot about life and the attachments one forms to life, love, mortality, responsibility, morality, choice... There were some really beautiful quotes in here. I couldn't help but think of Buddhism - it's not the goal, but the journey that is important.
Plot:
This story features the Fuyao sect and starts off with an eccentric sect master taking in five disciples, each with their own distinct personalities, strengths, weaknesses and history. The first 30-40% of the novel establishes the found family dynamic. But disaster strikes. Their master is killed and the kids uncover a murder plot and discover a little of the dark history behind their sect. At this point, the oldest of the five is only a teenager and the youngest is a literally toddler. The oldest disciple has to become the sect master.
I felt so anxious for them! As the five try to journey home to the Fuyao mountain, more tragedy happens. The third disciple, our main character (Chengqian), is killed.
This was the moment when the novel came to life for me. The arc leading to Chengqian's death was absolutely heartbreaking to read because of the vivid descriptions of the others. Our other main character, the first disciple Yan Zhengming, goes into a state of helpless shock and denial. The descriptions of his emotions were really heartbreaking because they described the end of his childhood and the loss of his innocence.
Then we get a timeskip of a hundred years. I notice that priest often uses tragedy to further her characterization. In nearly all the novels by her that I've read, tragedy often moulds and matures many of her main characters - especially the idealistic, young and naive types.
The remnants of the Fuyao sect reunite after this timeskip. They're trying to find a way to unlock the seal placed on Fuyao mountain. Along the way, they discover conspiracies and uncover a lot of dark and bloody history. And that's the basic plot. I do wish that the story focused less on the five of them coming together, and more on the tragedy that shaped them and the timeskip...
Review:
This novel was many things. It's a coming-of-age novel that was gripping to read. There was humor and lighthearted back-and-forth among the brothers, and there were poignant and bittersweet moments. As always, priest describes the psychological very well and I'm in love with her characters. Yan Zhengming, the unfortunate boy who was thrust into a difficult and thankless leadership position, has actually grown very well into his role as the leader of a ragtag, struggling small sect, managing to take care of the younger disciples whilst searching for ways to break the seal, but he shows spurts of deep exhaustion, anger, frustration and helplessness. A big thread in the novel is his struggle with his inner demons (the xinmo - literally, heart demons), his sense of powerlessness, anger and insecurity, where he fantasizes about ditching all of them even though he knows he never would.
In the meantime, Chengqian's narrative thread touches on how he moves from a cold, aloof and indifferent view of the world (he literally resurrects as a sort of ice/jade spirit) into someone who feels, struggles and is tied to life and living (partly thanks to the romance subplot).
This novel also felt a bit like a deep dive into mortality and a sort of analysis of the wuxia genre. In wuxia, cultivators often spend their whole life cultivating to become good enough to ascend to the heavens, where one presumably lives happily, powerfully and peacefully for eternity (commented on in Heaven Official’s Blessing 天官赐福 ).
In this novel, the entire idea of heaven is taken apart and examined. Many of the antagonists are characters who have experienced hardship, who want to escape to something better, or they chase after the golden fruit of heavenly immortality and use it to justify inhuman acts, etc, but the protagonists' discover the deeply hidden secret of their world: transcending human consciousness doesn't lead to heavenly immortality. Instead, it leads to a state very like Dust in The Golden Compass- becoming part of the universe.
In every wuxia novel, people become cultivators to escape the pain, powerlessness and suffering of ordinary life. When they become cultivators, they become powerful, and they work hard to ascend to heaven, where heaven becomes the goal that gives meaning to all their actions. Now that the main characters discover that there is no heaven, many of the actions and efforts of the antagonists' and even the protagonists' suddenly become meaningless. In the end, the novel seemed to suggest to me that no matter how powerful one became, there was no escaping mortality, pain and suffering.
It was a thought-provoking read. There was a lot about life and the attachments one forms to life, love, mortality, responsibility, morality, choice... There were some really beautiful quotes in here. I couldn't help but think of Buddhism - it's not the goal, but the journey that is important.
October 26, 2025
This one is tough for me to rate, since the first 60% ish of it was pretty good—a fun “found family” set of sect siblings banding together to save their diminishing sect and uncover long-lost dark secrets hidden in their mountain home. I was looking forward to lots of character development, as there is a significant time jump that happens midway in the story, and while some characters were developed well & we see their growth (Yan Zhengming was a phenomenal character to follow), others either became less charismatic (Cheng Qian becoming more “cold and aloof”) or subtly disappeared from the story altogther (Han Yuan’s whole story arc felt rushed and underdeveloped).
I loved that the found family trope stuck strongly to the end—the Fuyao sect remained loyal to each other, and the banter and witty quips they exchange are top-tier, as is Priest’s strong suit. Although CQ and YZM had some great banter, sometimes flirty and teasing, I wasn’t a fan of their romance as a whole—this is mostly due to Cheng Qian’s lack of personality and his “aloofness”. Yan Zhengming, the beautiful peacock he is, deserved more than the cold fish Cheng Qian….
By the last quarter of the book I was really struggling. The plot gets very convoluted, chapters bogged down with lengthy passages of lore or conversations about immortality and achieving the dao that felt very roundabout and repetitive—the plot got lost in these pages and I was mostly left confused about actual events. Arguably, with another read through and a consistent translation, I may get more out of the story.
In all, I really enjoyed the first half of the book and the little Fuyao family it established. But as I mentally tapped out of the last portion of the story, I have to rate it three stars—not bad, but not one of my favorites of Priest.
I loved that the found family trope stuck strongly to the end—the Fuyao sect remained loyal to each other, and the banter and witty quips they exchange are top-tier, as is Priest’s strong suit. Although CQ and YZM had some great banter, sometimes flirty and teasing, I wasn’t a fan of their romance as a whole—this is mostly due to Cheng Qian’s lack of personality and his “aloofness”. Yan Zhengming, the beautiful peacock he is, deserved more than the cold fish Cheng Qian….
By the last quarter of the book I was really struggling. The plot gets very convoluted, chapters bogged down with lengthy passages of lore or conversations about immortality and achieving the dao that felt very roundabout and repetitive—the plot got lost in these pages and I was mostly left confused about actual events. Arguably, with another read through and a consistent translation, I may get more out of the story.
In all, I really enjoyed the first half of the book and the little Fuyao family it established. But as I mentally tapped out of the last portion of the story, I have to rate it three stars—not bad, but not one of my favorites of Priest.
September 30, 2024
Another 5* from Priest (for me). Beautiful storytelling with one of my favorite tropes- found family. As expected from Priest, a slow burn where romance really is not the main part of the story but the relationship of the MC/ML is still very central to the plot. I absolutely love the grumpiness and awkwardness of both Yan Zhengming and Cheng Qian as they figure things out. The five disciples of the Fuyao Sect are forced onto a path they weren’t prepared for and we get to watch them quickly go from children to adults. There were some deeply sad moments but as always, Priest gives us just the right amount of humor throughout. If you are a fan of xianxia and love Priest, then this book should be on your TBR!
June 14, 2021
"you are already my unbreakable tether to this world"
3.5/5
wow okay those last few chapters were truly wild.
there's so much to love here:
- reluctant found family, with a bunch of unruly kids coming together to reform an old sect in shambles.
- all the characters had such distinct personalities.
- yan zhengming, my spoilt stuck up bratty child i love him. his character arc was just chef's kiss.
- cheng qian and yan zhengming have the funniest couple dynamics ever. there's not much romance in this novel but the little there is i loved.
- action! adventure! after reading priest's other politically heavy stories, this one felt so fresh.
- also i like how this story seems to dismantle the concept of cultivation and ascension and emphasizes on the importance of humanity instead - really interesting to see.
(won't lie though, this was quite confusing to read at some points since there are like FIVE different translators for the english version. hoping there's a single consistent translation one day, liu yao deserves it).
anyway, i'm so excited for the donghua. i have a feeling i know where season 1 will end and i'm scared.
March 18, 2022
Al principio de la novela me encanta y lo veo muy interesante pero después del salto de 100 años empiezan las cosas a volverse confusas y todo pasa muy rápido. No digo que el salto este mal hecho, en realidad me parece interesante. Pero me hubiera gustado que la historia fuera algo más ligera, no que metieran tantos enemigos y problemas tan rápido y uno detrás de otro sin descanso haciendo que incluso me confundiera bastante y me agobiara, tampoco ayuda que en la versión inglesa tuviera varios traductores haciendo que me confundiera con los nombres.
Los personajes me gustaron muchísimo sus desarrollos aunque me hubiera encantado más romance y solo tengo queja sobre el personaje de Han Yuan, pienso que el autor no ha sabido sacarle partido a su hilo de historia, era muy confuso y todo muy artificial su parte.
Otra cosa que no me gustó de la novela y que en realidad es lo que más me ha molestado a sido que el autor no ha respetado se podría decir los niveles de poder de los personajes, creo que a mí parecer a vuelto demasiado poderosos a los protagonistas demasiado deprisa y en muy poco tiempo haciendo que se volviera algo aburrido y postizo. No disfrute la lectura e incluso me costaba leerla. La confusión ha hecho que incluso dejen de gustarme los personajes
Los personajes me gustaron muchísimo sus desarrollos aunque me hubiera encantado más romance y solo tengo queja sobre el personaje de Han Yuan, pienso que el autor no ha sabido sacarle partido a su hilo de historia, era muy confuso y todo muy artificial su parte.
Otra cosa que no me gustó de la novela y que en realidad es lo que más me ha molestado a sido que el autor no ha respetado se podría decir los niveles de poder de los personajes, creo que a mí parecer a vuelto demasiado poderosos a los protagonistas demasiado deprisa y en muy poco tiempo haciendo que se volviera algo aburrido y postizo. No disfrute la lectura e incluso me costaba leerla. La confusión ha hecho que incluso dejen de gustarme los personajes
July 22, 2021
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Time to go cry in a corner.
Time to go cry in a corner.
March 22, 2025
In all likelihood, if one could die without regrets, that could be seen as ascending, couldn’t it?
Are you kidding me now? Why Priest? Why end a heavy story with an even heavier line? What did we do to you? to upset you like this?
I feel like I'm drained out from all my emotions. That's precisely why I don't date: I have no vacant spot to even listen to a complaint or some sweet nonsense. I don't know about the plotholes, but I see that Priest mastered the plot, plot twists, and character development, and even the side characters are well-written (as usual). I wish I could find some unnecessary additions or some lacks, yet I found none. Priest is my favorite writer, and she'll remain that way for decades.
Are you kidding me now? Why Priest? Why end a heavy story with an even heavier line? What did we do to you? to upset you like this?
I feel like I'm drained out from all my emotions. That's precisely why I don't date: I have no vacant spot to even listen to a complaint or some sweet nonsense. I don't know about the plotholes, but I see that Priest mastered the plot, plot twists, and character development, and even the side characters are well-written (as usual). I wish I could find some unnecessary additions or some lacks, yet I found none. Priest is my favorite writer, and she'll remain that way for decades.
dnf
May 22, 2024DNF
I just can't get into this one for some reason. It starts off really slow and it was making me feel sleepy.....
Thankfully Priest is a talented writer so I know there will be other stories of hers that I enjoy.
I just can't get into this one for some reason. It starts off really slow and it was making me feel sleepy.....
Thankfully Priest is a talented writer so I know there will be other stories of hers that I enjoy.
November 5, 2021
Ay, no sé por qué, pero tuve la brillante idea de leer una novela de más de cien capítulos en temporada de exámenes. A veces me destaco por mis tan acertadas decisiones.
Pero ¡al carajo los exámenes!
Liu Yao me daba motivos para seguir viviendo, pero también ME HIZO LLORAR; es más, terminé el último extra y estoy destruida. [gritos]
Esto solamente no se supera.
Es una de las novelas con mejor crecimiento de personaje que he visto. Uno empieza el libro riéndose porque ninguno de estos chiquillos se aguantan; sin embargo, a medida que avanza la trama, uno queda llorando porque son lo más cercano al concepto de «familia». Yan Zhengming, Li Yun, Cheng Qian, Han Yuan y la pequeña —ahora no tanto— Shuikeng te van a sacudir el alma.
Yan Zhengming... YO AMO A ESE HOMBRE. PONGO LA MANO EN EL FUEGO POR ÉL. No saben el orgullo que me da, Dios. Da-shixiong supremacy.
El romance on-point. Esos dos no dudarían en dar su vida por el otro..., basta, me pongo sentimental.
Ya no voy a decir más. Simplemente lean Liu Yao.
Pero ¡al carajo los exámenes!
Liu Yao me daba motivos para seguir viviendo, pero también ME HIZO LLORAR; es más, terminé el último extra y estoy destruida. [gritos]
Esto solamente no se supera.
Es una de las novelas con mejor crecimiento de personaje que he visto. Uno empieza el libro riéndose porque ninguno de estos chiquillos se aguantan; sin embargo, a medida que avanza la trama, uno queda llorando porque son lo más cercano al concepto de «familia». Yan Zhengming, Li Yun, Cheng Qian, Han Yuan y la pequeña —ahora no tanto— Shuikeng te van a sacudir el alma.
Yan Zhengming... YO AMO A ESE HOMBRE. PONGO LA MANO EN EL FUEGO POR ÉL. No saben el orgullo que me da, Dios. Da-shixiong supremacy.
El romance on-point. Esos dos no dudarían en dar su vida por el otro..., basta, me pongo sentimental.
Ya no voy a decir más. Simplemente lean Liu Yao.
June 2, 2022
Priest did it again, this time with humour and a memorable ensemble cast.
She’s coming up fast in my list of most loved mm authors. And thank god she’s a prolific author with an extensive backlist to check out. ❤️
She’s coming up fast in my list of most loved mm authors. And thank god she’s a prolific author with an extensive backlist to check out. ❤️
November 3, 2025
4,5 ⭐️.
«If one could reunite with the soul of their beloved, what was a death by a thousand cuts? What was a mangled body with crushed bones? He gently rubbed the time of his nose against Cheng Qian's neck, thinking to himself, ‘You've made me so mad in this life, that you'll have to be a beast of burden for me in the next one’.»
«If one could reunite with the soul of their beloved, what was a death by a thousand cuts? What was a mangled body with crushed bones? He gently rubbed the time of his nose against Cheng Qian's neck, thinking to himself, ‘You've made me so mad in this life, that you'll have to be a beast of burden for me in the next one’.»
June 2, 2023
"Under the eternal rains and winds, even mountains become seas. That is how the world is. The only unchanging truth is the relentless cycle of life and death, glory and decline"
A book that questions the ways of cultivation, concluding in a peaceful way. Constantly questioning morality, humanity and immortality, Liu Yao is not only a fantasy story of romance and overpowering force - it is a lesson, a form of knowledge that can be applied in any circumstance. The question left ingrained in my brain is one that all promising talents of generations of characters asked: What difference is there between ascension and death? The question is answered both fantastically and literally. In the first sense, Hear the Universe easily solves the question for the main character, Cheng Qian. In the second sense, it is actually not that hard to grasp for those who are not blessed by it. Yan Zhengming flawlessly finds the answer after only a bit of thought. The answer? There is no difference. "If an individual truly became formless, emotionless, and nameless, their consciousness merging into the Heavens and the Earth, were they still a person?". Ascension and death are by definition the same exact aspect. Both of the words represent the same - turning to dust. We come from the Earth, we return to the Earth. "Ascension" is a term gauzed by mystic muslin, an optimistic approach to death, a promise to enter the heavens - or a cruel bait. Baiting humans to do their best to attain the impossible, to "become immortal". Yet, no one ever does. There is no record of its happening. And even so, people keep trying to obtain it. Why? Humans are simple minded creatures, despite our fearsomely capable brains. Akin to herding livestock, we want one singular thing. In this case, the "thing" being ascension to immortality. Several times throughout the story, this idea is contoured, slightly guiding you to the answer. Masked as a rhetoric, or rather ironic response, it is actually revealed without qualms. "For uncountable generations of cultivators, ‘eternal life’ was akin to a carrot on a string leading them on, binding them in endless, lonely, bitter cultivation, disallowing them from being productive and fighting over things with mortals". Led by phantasm-food on a rod, humans press on to attain it. Is there a difference between lowly humans and cultivators? Inherently, no. The chasm of power aside, cultivators are humans. "What’s the point of trying to reach ascension and become immortal, when one has to put away all human feelings?". The only slightly "successful" ones are those who managed to rid themselves of emotions, becoming rigid mountains by any means. A divine lotus leaf, a deeply traumatic loss - could cause one to be stone-like. Yet none ascended, because cultivators are humans and none can wholely rid themselves of innate emotions. Don't be led that this is the only thing this story is about! It's only a small, philosophical fraction. The battles are well envisioned, actions well thought. By the time you read it, you'll forget why I heeded so much attention to immortality. In truth, Liu Yao reserves loss and sadness as much as it resorts to happiness and victory, envisioning both faces of a coin - the good, and the bad. Because there is no definition of good without the existence of bad, and vice versa.
I've come across people who disliked the lack of romance in this novel. I've personally deemed it to be perfect in amount to the story. Even though it isn't predominantly present, it is fated from the start, from the monologues each of the two characters have about each other, from their actions and sentiments. It doesn't need to be dominant in action to be visible, as this isn't a romcom. I find it to be the perfect amount of romantic, comedic, philosophic and fantastical. While the translation lacks in certain areas, it is a fine read, I can only imagine how much more depth-full it is in its original language. I greatly recommend it!
A book that questions the ways of cultivation, concluding in a peaceful way. Constantly questioning morality, humanity and immortality, Liu Yao is not only a fantasy story of romance and overpowering force - it is a lesson, a form of knowledge that can be applied in any circumstance. The question left ingrained in my brain is one that all promising talents of generations of characters asked: What difference is there between ascension and death? The question is answered both fantastically and literally. In the first sense, Hear the Universe easily solves the question for the main character, Cheng Qian. In the second sense, it is actually not that hard to grasp for those who are not blessed by it. Yan Zhengming flawlessly finds the answer after only a bit of thought. The answer? There is no difference. "If an individual truly became formless, emotionless, and nameless, their consciousness merging into the Heavens and the Earth, were they still a person?". Ascension and death are by definition the same exact aspect. Both of the words represent the same - turning to dust. We come from the Earth, we return to the Earth. "Ascension" is a term gauzed by mystic muslin, an optimistic approach to death, a promise to enter the heavens - or a cruel bait. Baiting humans to do their best to attain the impossible, to "become immortal". Yet, no one ever does. There is no record of its happening. And even so, people keep trying to obtain it. Why? Humans are simple minded creatures, despite our fearsomely capable brains. Akin to herding livestock, we want one singular thing. In this case, the "thing" being ascension to immortality. Several times throughout the story, this idea is contoured, slightly guiding you to the answer. Masked as a rhetoric, or rather ironic response, it is actually revealed without qualms. "For uncountable generations of cultivators, ‘eternal life’ was akin to a carrot on a string leading them on, binding them in endless, lonely, bitter cultivation, disallowing them from being productive and fighting over things with mortals". Led by phantasm-food on a rod, humans press on to attain it. Is there a difference between lowly humans and cultivators? Inherently, no. The chasm of power aside, cultivators are humans. "What’s the point of trying to reach ascension and become immortal, when one has to put away all human feelings?". The only slightly "successful" ones are those who managed to rid themselves of emotions, becoming rigid mountains by any means. A divine lotus leaf, a deeply traumatic loss - could cause one to be stone-like. Yet none ascended, because cultivators are humans and none can wholely rid themselves of innate emotions. Don't be led that this is the only thing this story is about! It's only a small, philosophical fraction. The battles are well envisioned, actions well thought. By the time you read it, you'll forget why I heeded so much attention to immortality. In truth, Liu Yao reserves loss and sadness as much as it resorts to happiness and victory, envisioning both faces of a coin - the good, and the bad. Because there is no definition of good without the existence of bad, and vice versa.
I've come across people who disliked the lack of romance in this novel. I've personally deemed it to be perfect in amount to the story. Even though it isn't predominantly present, it is fated from the start, from the monologues each of the two characters have about each other, from their actions and sentiments. It doesn't need to be dominant in action to be visible, as this isn't a romcom. I find it to be the perfect amount of romantic, comedic, philosophic and fantastical. While the translation lacks in certain areas, it is a fine read, I can only imagine how much more depth-full it is in its original language. I greatly recommend it!
May 4, 2021
If I had to pick a danmei to introduce cultivation themes to a friend, it would be Liu Yao. Even though I've read many novels, sometimes I feel like I lack full comprehension on what goes into cultivation and daoist beliefs and having characters that also don't know bullshit makes this story more acessible, since you learn alongside them.
Seeing the characters slowly grow together and become a community makes everything even more special, and it's impossible to not get attached to their personalities. They're all unique in their own ways and Priest never tries to make any of them "perfect", having as many flaws as a human being would. I adore all of them.
The main couple was beautifully handled. Yan Zhengming only realizes his feelings after they're both grown adults, which eased my heart because of the age gap between them in their childhood. All the mental steps he had to take to come into terms with this love - which he considered wrong, thinking he was taking advantage of his shidi - were really realistic, and I'm glad they were addressed. Cheng Qiao's behavior is so consistent throughout the plot that at some point I feared he wouldn't fall in love with Yan Zhengming back, but the way he realizes his own feelings is so cute and innocent (and fitting to his character!!) that makes you warm.
I'd say this is, from what I've read, Priest's couple that starts the relationship with the least amount of communication, since Yan Zhengming is always trying to shoulder everything by himself. Yet the beauty is how he starts to grow and rely on the other little by little.
I personally love how not all the main characters are god-tier cultivators. Even though Yan Zhengming and Cheng Qiao are way above the average, Li Yun being their tag-along nerd guy makes everything more fun. Han Tan being childish, with the potential to be a goddess but still in her early stages brings a fun dynamic between them.
Han Yuan's redemption is also well written, and I like how Priest made their generation also have a demonic cultivator - but not Cheng Qiao. Yan Zhengming and Munchun constantly worried about CQ's temperament, yet he showed to be strong willed and dedicated to his path. I worried that he would, as a protagonist, fall into the trap (since it's reocurring one of the protagonists in the couple to be into) but being a secondary character was really refreshing.
I love Liu Yao and hope many people read it too! It's a great story, much like all Priest's works
Seeing the characters slowly grow together and become a community makes everything even more special, and it's impossible to not get attached to their personalities. They're all unique in their own ways and Priest never tries to make any of them "perfect", having as many flaws as a human being would. I adore all of them.
The main couple was beautifully handled. Yan Zhengming only realizes his feelings after they're both grown adults, which eased my heart because of the age gap between them in their childhood. All the mental steps he had to take to come into terms with this love - which he considered wrong, thinking he was taking advantage of his shidi - were really realistic, and I'm glad they were addressed. Cheng Qiao's behavior is so consistent throughout the plot that at some point I feared he wouldn't fall in love with Yan Zhengming back, but the way he realizes his own feelings is so cute and innocent (and fitting to his character!!) that makes you warm.
I'd say this is, from what I've read, Priest's couple that starts the relationship with the least amount of communication, since Yan Zhengming is always trying to shoulder everything by himself. Yet the beauty is how he starts to grow and rely on the other little by little.
I personally love how not all the main characters are god-tier cultivators. Even though Yan Zhengming and Cheng Qiao are way above the average, Li Yun being their tag-along nerd guy makes everything more fun. Han Tan being childish, with the potential to be a goddess but still in her early stages brings a fun dynamic between them.
Han Yuan's redemption is also well written, and I like how Priest made their generation also have a demonic cultivator - but not Cheng Qiao. Yan Zhengming and Munchun constantly worried about CQ's temperament, yet he showed to be strong willed and dedicated to his path. I worried that he would, as a protagonist, fall into the trap (since it's reocurring one of the protagonists in the couple to be into) but being a secondary character was really refreshing.
I love Liu Yao and hope many people read it too! It's a great story, much like all Priest's works
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 7, 2023
"You... if someday you want to kill me, I guess I'll just lay down and die myself."
Having to take care of an entire sect as a teenager after your master dies definitely does not do any good to your mental health, especially if you end up blaming yourself for every single bad thing that happens to your family.
Yan Zhengming really just wanted to bring his family home, but it almost seemed like fate didn’t want that for them after they lost everything, including two members of the sect.
I don’t think I’ll every recover from the way Yan Zhengming dealt with Cheng Qian’s death specifically, he cradled his body until it turned cold, he made a replica of him in a copper ring just so that he could be able to see him again, he painted him over and over again over the 100 years they thought he was dead and he even carried around Cheng Qian’s sword with him at all times. Yan Zhengming really never forgot about him and spend every second of those 100 years of rebuilding their lives blaming himself for not being able to bring him home….
Having to take care of an entire sect as a teenager after your master dies definitely does not do any good to your mental health, especially if you end up blaming yourself for every single bad thing that happens to your family.
Yan Zhengming really just wanted to bring his family home, but it almost seemed like fate didn’t want that for them after they lost everything, including two members of the sect.
I don’t think I’ll every recover from the way Yan Zhengming dealt with Cheng Qian’s death specifically, he cradled his body until it turned cold, he made a replica of him in a copper ring just so that he could be able to see him again, he painted him over and over again over the 100 years they thought he was dead and he even carried around Cheng Qian’s sword with him at all times. Yan Zhengming really never forgot about him and spend every second of those 100 years of rebuilding their lives blaming himself for not being able to bring him home….
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
November 2, 2014
*Sighs dreamily* Priest is my goddess. I could not stop reading this fic...the pace, the action, the story, the humor, the characters and everything was so good. My only complaint would probably be the ending, but then the extra chapters made it all up. Alas, I can't get enough of this author's work! So sad now. I've nothing to read anymore....
March 26, 2022
Priest always delivers, doesn't she :')
It would be hard for me not to adore this story with how major the found family aspect is and how positively dumb - but lovable - thegremlins main characters are. Liu Yao has a slow start, but the plot is interesting and with more intrigue than initially appears. I don't think it would be the right pick for someone who is unfamiliar with cultivation novels though, as there is a LOT of cultivation talk and many of the key moments revolve around it.
I personally found the idea of questioning the meaning and implications of ascension brilliant, and I loved the main duo's perspective on cultivation in general. Also, their relationship is hilarious; they care about each other deeply and are willing to do anything for their beloved, but one is dramatic and emotionally constipated, while the other is absurdly oblivious and awkward. It's the best kind of chaotic.
It would be hard for me not to adore this story with how major the found family aspect is and how positively dumb - but lovable - the
I personally found the idea of questioning the meaning and implications of ascension brilliant, and I loved the main duo's perspective on cultivation in general. Also, their relationship is hilarious; they care about each other deeply and are willing to do anything for their beloved, but one is dramatic and emotionally constipated, while the other is absurdly oblivious and awkward. It's the best kind of chaotic.
September 20, 2023
I have some mixed feelings about this one. I wanted to give it either a 3.5 or 3.75, and I couldn’t decide so I just gave it 4.
I will say that romance is not the point of the story. The main pairing is alright, but I wasn’t particularly interested in their dynamic. Cheng Qian and Yan Zhengming were good characters on their own, but I thought that them together didn’t have much chemistry. I did love Cheng Qian’s personality. He was very entertaining and carried the story where the plot was stale. Additionally, the relationships between the martial siblings was great. Li Yun and Shuikeng (Puddle) had the best dialogue:
“
Completely at a loss for words for a moment, Li Yun bursts out laughing, “Wow, Xiao-Qian. Puddle, this is an exceptional quality of your Third Brother. His mind is so firm that he can never be swayed by surface tricks like beauty. You should try to learn from him.”
Puddle annoyedly glances at him. “What do I need to learn? I’m not swayed by beauty either, because I am beauty myself.”
Li Yun complains, “By the Heavens above, try to keep some of your dignity, won’t you.”
“
Han Yuan was funny, too, but I adored Shuikeng. She was shameless and hilarious and unapologetic. She wore chicken feathers no matter what her brothers said about it, and I loved her for it.
It was a cute book about being able to return home again and finding the people that would stick beside you through highs and lows, but just be warned that it takes a little long to get to the point.
I will say that romance is not the point of the story. The main pairing is alright, but I wasn’t particularly interested in their dynamic. Cheng Qian and Yan Zhengming were good characters on their own, but I thought that them together didn’t have much chemistry. I did love Cheng Qian’s personality. He was very entertaining and carried the story where the plot was stale. Additionally, the relationships between the martial siblings was great. Li Yun and Shuikeng (Puddle) had the best dialogue:
“
Completely at a loss for words for a moment, Li Yun bursts out laughing, “Wow, Xiao-Qian. Puddle, this is an exceptional quality of your Third Brother. His mind is so firm that he can never be swayed by surface tricks like beauty. You should try to learn from him.”
Puddle annoyedly glances at him. “What do I need to learn? I’m not swayed by beauty either, because I am beauty myself.”
Li Yun complains, “By the Heavens above, try to keep some of your dignity, won’t you.”
“
Han Yuan was funny, too, but I adored Shuikeng. She was shameless and hilarious and unapologetic. She wore chicken feathers no matter what her brothers said about it, and I loved her for it.
It was a cute book about being able to return home again and finding the people that would stick beside you through highs and lows, but just be warned that it takes a little long to get to the point.
December 26, 2022
3.75
The story is so depth but too much sadness for me U_U It broke my heart too many times
The story is so depth but too much sadness for me U_U It broke my heart too many times
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May 12, 2022
I might have said this too much but I, too, indeed started this on a whim. Back when I started this, I just want to find a distraction in the middle of a very stressing traffic, I really thought I won't continue this afterwards.
Man did I guess wrong.
I. Can't. Stop. Reading. This.
Let alone drop this book. I can't even stand to leave this book alone for an hour. Listen, this week is my exam week, so reading this is a mistake, because instead of studying I actually read this... and that's. for. real. I really really unable to leave this book alone.
This book is THAT good. I was previously thought I'm not a fan of xianxia/wuxia novels because I never finished any xianxia novels that I started but woah. It turns out that I never specifically hated the genre at all. This book is very amazing, really. I love the great details about cultivation and qi and everything surrounding it, I love the meticulous description of each sects and their cultures, I love the fantasy elements like yao (yes, Shui Keng is 100/100), the magic systems, the demonic cultivators, and all the artifacts that are very meticulously described.
Plot-wise, it's heavy, but I don't feel burdened at all. Although it's heavy, the elaboration is sufficient and the plot are basically explained one by one, all the long ass description also has conclusion mostly, so it really is not hard to read this. Without losing its essence as a decently heavy book, this is not a headache to my brain at all. Truly an embodiment of a perfect books.
And the plot is very good. Although, well, it's bore the usual pattern of a hisfic danmei, but the story is very very good. The villains are interesting, the conflicts are intriguing, the comedy in between are on point, and the moral values are very very heartwarming. There are also so many details that I loved so much to the point where I don't think I would forget about any of it in a short time. Really, the plot is THAT good.
But what's adding to it 5 stars alone is THE CHARACTERS.
OH, I LOVE THE CHARACTERS SO MUCH. Not only the main characters are all lovable and unique in their own way, even the villains and the side characters are all feels alive in their own way. But for real, the MCs for this book are amazing! Cheng Qian is my love, Yan Zhengming is my love (I kinda gag at his personality at the beginning of this book though LMAOO), Han Yuan is adorable little brat, HAN TAN SHUI KENG is my adorable little baby, and LI YUNNNN MY FAVORITE DORK. They are all funny and their interactions are very very natural. This is a founding family trope that I found very very heartwarming really. I love them so much it has no end. They really touched my heart and feel very alive in their own way.
Also, the relationship. The relationship between Cheng Qian and Yan Zhengming are only told in the last few chapterst and only for some brief moments, but the feeling is immense. Even with such short moments I could feel their love overflowing like an excessive tea out of a teapot. They are both cute and alluring, very very deep yet light. And oh my fucking God, they are funny as fuck. Although of course, they are in love for far too slow and their relationship is obviously not the point of the story, it's still. very. very. pivot to my reading experience.
With plot, plot tools, characters, and relationship being so amazing, it's just natural for me that this book is an instant 5 stars for me. Although sometimes it could get draggy and some of the plot fillers are just... Meh, but its flaws were overall overshadowed by those amazing aspects.
I truly love reading this, and I enjoyed this ride super fucking bad. For real, I LOVE THIS BOOK THE NORMAL AMOUNT (REAL).
Well, TL;DR, this book is very good PLEASE READ IT.
Have fun! :>
Man did I guess wrong.
I. Can't. Stop. Reading. This.
Let alone drop this book. I can't even stand to leave this book alone for an hour. Listen, this week is my exam week, so reading this is a mistake, because instead of studying I actually read this... and that's. for. real. I really really unable to leave this book alone.
This book is THAT good. I was previously thought I'm not a fan of xianxia/wuxia novels because I never finished any xianxia novels that I started but woah. It turns out that I never specifically hated the genre at all. This book is very amazing, really. I love the great details about cultivation and qi and everything surrounding it, I love the meticulous description of each sects and their cultures, I love the fantasy elements like yao (yes, Shui Keng is 100/100), the magic systems, the demonic cultivators, and all the artifacts that are very meticulously described.
Plot-wise, it's heavy, but I don't feel burdened at all. Although it's heavy, the elaboration is sufficient and the plot are basically explained one by one, all the long ass description also has conclusion mostly, so it really is not hard to read this. Without losing its essence as a decently heavy book, this is not a headache to my brain at all. Truly an embodiment of a perfect books.
And the plot is very good. Although, well, it's bore the usual pattern of a hisfic danmei, but the story is very very good. The villains are interesting, the conflicts are intriguing, the comedy in between are on point, and the moral values are very very heartwarming. There are also so many details that I loved so much to the point where I don't think I would forget about any of it in a short time. Really, the plot is THAT good.
But what's adding to it 5 stars alone is THE CHARACTERS.
OH, I LOVE THE CHARACTERS SO MUCH. Not only the main characters are all lovable and unique in their own way, even the villains and the side characters are all feels alive in their own way. But for real, the MCs for this book are amazing! Cheng Qian is my love, Yan Zhengming is my love (I kinda gag at his personality at the beginning of this book though LMAOO), Han Yuan is adorable little brat, HAN TAN SHUI KENG is my adorable little baby, and LI YUNNNN MY FAVORITE DORK. They are all funny and their interactions are very very natural. This is a founding family trope that I found very very heartwarming really. I love them so much it has no end. They really touched my heart and feel very alive in their own way.
Also, the relationship. The relationship between Cheng Qian and Yan Zhengming are only told in the last few chapterst and only for some brief moments, but the feeling is immense. Even with such short moments I could feel their love overflowing like an excessive tea out of a teapot. They are both cute and alluring, very very deep yet light. And oh my fucking God, they are funny as fuck. Although of course, they are in love for far too slow and their relationship is obviously not the point of the story, it's still. very. very. pivot to my reading experience.
With plot, plot tools, characters, and relationship being so amazing, it's just natural for me that this book is an instant 5 stars for me. Although sometimes it could get draggy and some of the plot fillers are just... Meh, but its flaws were overall overshadowed by those amazing aspects.
I truly love reading this, and I enjoyed this ride super fucking bad. For real, I LOVE THIS BOOK THE NORMAL AMOUNT (REAL).
Well, TL;DR, this book is very good PLEASE READ IT.
Have fun! :>
February 9, 2022
"Ya sea felicidad o tristeza, unión o separación, satisfacción o decepción, es solo parte de la vida. Aún no hemos ascendido, así que somos mortales. Siempre y cuando estemos conscientes de ello, debemos entender que no somos más que carne y sangre. ¿Cómo podemos hacer que cada cosa en nuestra vida siga nuestros deseos? Siempre hay momentos en los que nuestros poderes se quedan cortos y fallan en obtener lo que queremos. Ya sea la cultivación o cualquier otra cosa, si tomamos una actitud extrema y demandamos eterna perfección, no seremos capaces de durar demasiado".
Con mi primer acercamiento a Priest, mis expectativas fueron cumplidas. La autora es capaz de crear un mundo sólido con personajes bien desarrollados que son tan entrañables que se vuelven parte de tu corazón. Este es uno de los mejores libros de familia encontrada que he leído y los cinco miembros de la secta Fu Yao quedarán siempre en mi memoria.
Mi personaje favorito fue sin duda Yan Zhengming. Que chico. Al inicio no era más que un niño malcriado nacido en cuna de oro, pero terminó por convertirse en un joven cargando con el peso de una secta completa, cuatro personas que cuidar y, ¿cómo no? Un corazón roto. El verlo crecer y madurar, pero conservando siempre su esencia fue magnífico, además de que nunca fallaba en hacerme reír.
Cheng Qian, por otra parte, me pareció un excelente protagonista. Siempre alguien resiliente con ideales claros. Alguien a quien no le afectaba lo que le hicieran, pero sí si alguien se metía con su familia.
Li Yun, fue mi pequeño bebé, súper inteligente y divertido también; siempre cuidando de Han Yuan y Puddle, que también son personajes arrolladores.
¿Y la pareja principal? Oro, señores, oro puro. Toda esa tensión hasta el último momento y la dinámica fue simplemente sublime. Si los describiera con una frase, sería: "Arriesgo mi vida para salvarte, después de que arriesgaras tu vida para salvarme"
Por otra parte, la novela plantea un dilema muy interesante, ¿qué es vivir? ¿Qué es ser mortal? ¿Qué es la ascención? ¿Vale la pena buscarla o es mejor vivir con nuestros recuerdos y personas amadas? La verdad es que por momentos, esto se siente existencialista.
Por último, el villano y los giros de trama, wow, solo, wow, no me lo veía venir. No lo sospeché para nada.
Si no le doy las cinco estrellas es porque la primera mitad se me hizo un poco lenta y el final lo sentí muy apresurado. Sin embargo, aunque en el inicio puede parecer que la trama no avanza mucho, son los personajes los que mantienen el libro, de verdad que son únicos, Priest tiene un don para crearlos. Espero leer más de la autora muy pronto.
Con mi primer acercamiento a Priest, mis expectativas fueron cumplidas. La autora es capaz de crear un mundo sólido con personajes bien desarrollados que son tan entrañables que se vuelven parte de tu corazón. Este es uno de los mejores libros de familia encontrada que he leído y los cinco miembros de la secta Fu Yao quedarán siempre en mi memoria.
Mi personaje favorito fue sin duda Yan Zhengming. Que chico. Al inicio no era más que un niño malcriado nacido en cuna de oro, pero terminó por convertirse en un joven cargando con el peso de una secta completa, cuatro personas que cuidar y, ¿cómo no? Un corazón roto. El verlo crecer y madurar, pero conservando siempre su esencia fue magnífico, además de que nunca fallaba en hacerme reír.
Cheng Qian, por otra parte, me pareció un excelente protagonista. Siempre alguien resiliente con ideales claros. Alguien a quien no le afectaba lo que le hicieran, pero sí si alguien se metía con su familia.
Li Yun, fue mi pequeño bebé, súper inteligente y divertido también; siempre cuidando de Han Yuan y Puddle, que también son personajes arrolladores.
¿Y la pareja principal? Oro, señores, oro puro. Toda esa tensión hasta el último momento y la dinámica fue simplemente sublime. Si los describiera con una frase, sería: "Arriesgo mi vida para salvarte, después de que arriesgaras tu vida para salvarme"
Por otra parte, la novela plantea un dilema muy interesante, ¿qué es vivir? ¿Qué es ser mortal? ¿Qué es la ascención? ¿Vale la pena buscarla o es mejor vivir con nuestros recuerdos y personas amadas? La verdad es que por momentos, esto se siente existencialista.
Por último, el villano y los giros de trama, wow, solo, wow, no me lo veía venir. No lo sospeché para nada.
Si no le doy las cinco estrellas es porque la primera mitad se me hizo un poco lenta y el final lo sentí muy apresurado. Sin embargo, aunque en el inicio puede parecer que la trama no avanza mucho, son los personajes los que mantienen el libro, de verdad que son únicos, Priest tiene un don para crearlos. Espero leer más de la autora muy pronto.
November 16, 2019
lục hào, priest.
priest viết hay. kiểu thực sự quan tâm và chiêm nghiệm về thứ mình viết. lục hào không đơn thuần là một câu chuyện tình yêu giữa hai người đàn ông, nó nhiều hơn thế, và thỉnh thoảng nó đi xa hơi quá chủ đề tình yêu đó nên có thể làm bất mãn những người có nhu cầu đơn giản là đọc một câu chuyện tình yêu. nhưng có lẽ điều đó làm nên giá trị của nó. lần đầu đọc một câu chuyện tình yêu mà bối cảnh hiện lên rõ ràng và có lý tưởng như vậy. ý là, cái bối cảnh tu tiên này thật sự make sense và làm nên nhân vật. nó ảnh hưởng trực tiếp đến nhân vật và lý tưởng của câu chuyện. vậy nên, cho dù không thích những diễn biến của câu chuyện đi chăng nữa, cách kể chuyện đầy chiêm nghiệm của priest vẫn đủ để impress người đọc.
to be honest, lục hào puts mấy cái đam mỹ tu tiên hời hợt khác to shame.
và, dù không hẳn là được miêu tả một cách xuất sắc trong câu chuyện, tình yêu trong lục hào đủ subtle và hiện thực giữa bối cảnh của nó. nó vừa đủ, không thiếu không thừa, đơn giản mà đáng yêu, cũng có những khoảnh khắc buồn bã làm người đọc rung động. cũng không hề đao to búa lớn gì cả, nhưng thứ thật sự nâng tầm nó lên chính là sự liên kết giữa nó và bối cảnh của câu chuyện. câu cuối cùng của phần truyện chính (quyển 5) thật sự có hồn và khắc cốt ghi tâm.
cũng không cần gì nhiều nhặn hơn nữa. không đặc biệt thích lục hào, lục hào không làm mình phát cuồng lên như đam mỹ của vu triết (đuma ai đọc với tui đi hay vcl), thế nhưng phải khen rằng nó có giá trị và chạm đến cõi lòng.
priest viết hay. kiểu thực sự quan tâm và chiêm nghiệm về thứ mình viết. lục hào không đơn thuần là một câu chuyện tình yêu giữa hai người đàn ông, nó nhiều hơn thế, và thỉnh thoảng nó đi xa hơi quá chủ đề tình yêu đó nên có thể làm bất mãn những người có nhu cầu đơn giản là đọc một câu chuyện tình yêu. nhưng có lẽ điều đó làm nên giá trị của nó. lần đầu đọc một câu chuyện tình yêu mà bối cảnh hiện lên rõ ràng và có lý tưởng như vậy. ý là, cái bối cảnh tu tiên này thật sự make sense và làm nên nhân vật. nó ảnh hưởng trực tiếp đến nhân vật và lý tưởng của câu chuyện. vậy nên, cho dù không thích những diễn biến của câu chuyện đi chăng nữa, cách kể chuyện đầy chiêm nghiệm của priest vẫn đủ để impress người đọc.
"Chúng ta không giống phàm nhân. Phàm nhân bắt đầu từ khi sinh ra, đã biết mình phải chết, tám chín mươi năm, nghèo hèn và phú quý, tốt và xấu, đều quy về một đường, lòng cho dù bay xa hơn, cũng luôn có một chốn về như vậy."
Trình Tiềm không nhịn được nói: "Chết cũng có thể tính là chốn về?"
Kỷ Thiên Lý cười ha hả, tay chân múa may: "Đứa nhóc này... thế ngươi nói xem, trên đời này nếu ngay cả cái chết cũng không thể tính là chốn về, thì còn cái gì có thể? Nhưng mà chúng ta ngay cả chốn về này cũng không có. Đại đạo là gì? Đại đạo tựa như một củ cải treo trước mặt con lừa, chúng ta mỗi ngày đuổi theo nó, ngươi càng lợi hại, cảnh giới càng cao, thì phát hiện mình cách củ cải này càng xa. Hô phong hoán vũ cả đời, được phàm nhân gọi là đại tiên cả đời rồi, cuối cùng hóa thành một nắm bụi đất, để cỏ mọc trên mộ phần như phàm nhân... Chậc, tìm cầu ngàn năm chẳng phải thành trò cười?"
to be honest, lục hào puts mấy cái đam mỹ tu tiên hời hợt khác to shame.
và, dù không hẳn là được miêu tả một cách xuất sắc trong câu chuyện, tình yêu trong lục hào đủ subtle và hiện thực giữa bối cảnh của nó. nó vừa đủ, không thiếu không thừa, đơn giản mà đáng yêu, cũng có những khoảnh khắc buồn bã làm người đọc rung động. cũng không hề đao to búa lớn gì cả, nhưng thứ thật sự nâng tầm nó lên chính là sự liên kết giữa nó và bối cảnh của câu chuyện. câu cuối cùng của phần truyện chính (quyển 5) thật sự có hồn và khắc cốt ghi tâm.
"Ngàn đầu vạn mối, không cần phải nói rõ, ngươi đã là ràng buộc không gì phá nổi của ta trong chốn hồng trần."
cũng không cần gì nhiều nhặn hơn nữa. không đặc biệt thích lục hào, lục hào không làm mình phát cuồng lên như đam mỹ của vu triết (đuma ai đọc với tui đi hay vcl), thế nhưng phải khen rằng nó có giá trị và chạm đến cõi lòng.
February 23, 2019
3.5 star.
The beginning of the story was slightly slow paced, and I felt a little bit confused and lost but luckily the story picked up quite steadily after that. The concept of the story is interesting, a long established faction with a mysterious master/teacher, four young disciples/students with different personalities and characters, hundreds years of hardship and challenges with one self, the temptation from the devil and dark side and the determination to protect the virtue and longevity of the faction.
The action here was good, with all sorts of interesting skills and equipment, working hard to defeat the villain. The plot twist here was well written and surprising, I wasn't expecting that plot twist. The romance section was dull and limited as it wasn't the main focus but nonetheless it was still sweet and adorable. The characters are unpredictable, in a good way. They have a lot of weaknesses and couldn't mingle well with each other, the early days were filled with quarrels and pranks. After that certain event, they matured, grew into a stable and dependable young adults, striding hard towards that one goal.
My biggest complaint would be the last few chapters. The last few chapters were where all the hidden truth being revealed, mysteries being solved but it felt so rushed and brief. It wasn't well elaborated and the story ended abruptly. I wasn't satisfied with ending. I want a more detailed and well explained conclusion. Maybe it's only me that felt this way.
The beginning of the story was slightly slow paced, and I felt a little bit confused and lost but luckily the story picked up quite steadily after that. The concept of the story is interesting, a long established faction with a mysterious master/teacher, four young disciples/students with different personalities and characters, hundreds years of hardship and challenges with one self, the temptation from the devil and dark side and the determination to protect the virtue and longevity of the faction.
The action here was good, with all sorts of interesting skills and equipment, working hard to defeat the villain. The plot twist here was well written and surprising, I wasn't expecting that plot twist. The romance section was dull and limited as it wasn't the main focus but nonetheless it was still sweet and adorable. The characters are unpredictable, in a good way. They have a lot of weaknesses and couldn't mingle well with each other, the early days were filled with quarrels and pranks. After that certain event, they matured, grew into a stable and dependable young adults, striding hard towards that one goal.
My biggest complaint would be the last few chapters. The last few chapters were where all the hidden truth being revealed, mysteries being solved but it felt so rushed and brief. It wasn't well elaborated and the story ended abruptly. I wasn't satisfied with ending. I want a more detailed and well explained conclusion. Maybe it's only me that felt this way.
November 1, 2023
☆ что-то приближенное к 2,5 звездам для меня!!
// картина мира заклинателей от прист, показанная в лю яо, и взаимоотношения между фуяовскими бестиками (я их схаваю) - главное золото новеллы, которое смещается от внимания гущей событий, происходящих в конце. максимальный круговорот всего вокруг, происходящий последние глав 20, ОЧЕНЬ смутил и максимально усложнил восприятие, а перевод, в котором я читала, на ноль процентов помог с этим справиться... каша в голове осталась и скомкалась, несмотря на то, что хотя бы 90 процентов того, что и почему произошло я уловила((
плюс есть маленькие сомнительные детальки, которые делают свой не самый хороший вклад, но это присущее новелликам
// картина мира заклинателей от прист, показанная в лю яо, и взаимоотношения между фуяовскими бестиками (я их схаваю) - главное золото новеллы, которое смещается от внимания гущей событий, происходящих в конце. максимальный круговорот всего вокруг, происходящий последние глав 20, ОЧЕНЬ смутил и максимально усложнил восприятие, а перевод, в котором я читала, на ноль процентов помог с этим справиться... каша в голове осталась и скомкалась, несмотря на то, что хотя бы 90 процентов того, что и почему произошло я уловила((
плюс есть маленькие сомнительные детальки, которые делают свой не самый хороший вклад, но это присущее новелликам
August 22, 2021
Yo necesito este libro en fisico algun diaaa lo amoooo❤❤ yang zhengmin supremacy🛐❤
June 30, 2025
3.5 stars. finally finished reading this novel that id started in 2021 😭😭😭
mixed feelings. but i love the fuyao sect found family :'))))) this novel is about home!!! longing for home!!! going home!!! found family!! 😭😭😭 and also about how cultivation is bullshit lol
the mingqian mutual pining was so lovely! after they got tgth they are truly the bickering old married couple lmfao. i can't with them sometimes. i love li yun too, he is hilarious <3333
if i can be honest, i truly could not care for the plot. i only read for our fuyao kids :') they are so loveable
priest's prose is beautiful and hilarious as always
mixed feelings. but i love the fuyao sect found family :'))))) this novel is about home!!! longing for home!!! going home!!! found family!! 😭😭😭 and also about how cultivation is bullshit lol
the mingqian mutual pining was so lovely! after they got tgth they are truly the bickering old married couple lmfao. i can't with them sometimes. i love li yun too, he is hilarious <3333
if i can be honest, i truly could not care for the plot. i only read for our fuyao kids :') they are so loveable
priest's prose is beautiful and hilarious as always
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
July 25, 2021
I think this is my favorite novel from priest...while reading it felt like she showed whole lifetime of characters...right from childhood to being adult.
Another great work by Priest totally deserving 4 stars....one of the few books, where I loved all characters equally ( to be honest, Master yan is my most favourite).
I am glad for this found family trope where few kids grow up to be responsible adults to shoulder their sect and balance between worlds.
Another great work by Priest totally deserving 4 stars....one of the few books, where I loved all characters equally ( to be honest, Master yan is my most favourite).
I am glad for this found family trope where few kids grow up to be responsible adults to shoulder their sect and balance between worlds.
May 23, 2022
tbh when i started this i kind of expected an easy, heartwarming novel with a found family... idk where i got that idea from but i sure looked like a clown, especially around the end of the second book... liu yao has a lot to offer
➽a ragtag group of kids who are taken in by a slightly odd master to "revive" a sect that once was renowned, but after producing some... notorious demonic cultivators it is on the decline. and then tragedy strikes and they are forced to grow up way too fast.
➽interesting characters and developments, e.g. yan zhengming, who is a mostly idle, pampered teen at the start of the novel, yet he ends up having to shoulder a lot of responsibility unexpectedly, or han yuan, the chaotic child who... well...
➽the romance was also nice, love these two idiots together who clearly can't communicate with each other properly.
➽the story spans over a 100 years, and touches upon topics such as mortality, is cultivating to ascension worth it, love, 'heart demons' and much more.
➽i sometimes lost interest in the plot, that's why i sometimes took longer breaks from reading, and because of that a lot of the sidecharacters' names and affiliations were lost on me, so i prolly will need a second read through to properly grasp everything, but overall it was very nice, would recommend.
➽a ragtag group of kids who are taken in by a slightly odd master to "revive" a sect that once was renowned, but after producing some... notorious demonic cultivators it is on the decline. and then tragedy strikes and they are forced to grow up way too fast.
➽interesting characters and developments, e.g. yan zhengming, who is a mostly idle, pampered teen at the start of the novel, yet he ends up having to shoulder a lot of responsibility unexpectedly, or han yuan, the chaotic child who... well...
➽the romance was also nice, love these two idiots together who clearly can't communicate with each other properly.
➽the story spans over a 100 years, and touches upon topics such as mortality, is cultivating to ascension worth it, love, 'heart demons' and much more.
➽i sometimes lost interest in the plot, that's why i sometimes took longer breaks from reading, and because of that a lot of the sidecharacters' names and affiliations were lost on me, so i prolly will need a second read through to properly grasp everything, but overall it was very nice, would recommend.
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