{"product_id":"though-i-am-an-inept-villainess-tale-of-the-butterfly-rat-body-swap-in-the-maiden-court-light-novel-vol-4-9781685796525","title":"Though I Am an Inept Villainess: Tale of the Butterfly-Rat Body Swap in the Maiden Court (Light Novel) Vol. 4","description":"\u003ch2\u003eThough I Am an Inept Villainess: Tale of the Butterfly-Rat Body Swap in the Maiden Court (Light Novel) Vol. 4\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe fourth volume of Satsuki Nakamura's popular light novel series continues the gripping tale of body-swapped protagonists navigating court intrigue and life-threatening challenges in a fantasy setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eVolume 4 Story Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eUNUSUAL SUSPECTS\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJust when Kou Reirin has gotten the dysentery outbreak in the Untouchable Village under control, the village chief mysteriously shows up on death's door. Reirin fights tooth and nail to keep her new friend alive--but it might not be enough to get him through the night. Meanwhile, Shu Keigetsu is all fired up and ready to get her tea party for the Maidens underway. Now that the outwardly meek Ran Houshun has shown her true colors, it's time to best her in a game of psychological warfare!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to Expect\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis installment delivers intense drama as Reirin faces medical crises while Keigetsu engages in strategic mind games within the Maiden Court. The body swap premise continues to drive character development and plot complications, offering readers a unique twist on traditional court drama narratives.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSeries Format\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePublished in paperback format with illustrations by Kana Yuki, this light novel combines Japanese storytelling traditions with fantasy elements and complex character relationships. The 14.99 MSRP edition features the distinctive art style that has defined the series.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAbout the Creators\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSatsuki Nakamura\u003c\/b\u003e is a Japanese writer who has penned multiple series, most notably the \u003ci\u003eThough I Am an Inept Villainess\u003c\/i\u003e light novels and manga.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKana Yuki\u003c\/b\u003e is a Japanese designer and illustrator who has worked on numerous novels, manga, and games, including \u003ci\u003eThough I Am an Inept Villainess, I'll Never Set Foot in That House Again!\u003c\/i\u003e, and the mobile game \u003ci\u003eIcchibanketsu -ONLINE-.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePerfect For\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eReaders who enjoy villainess narratives, body swap stories, court intrigue, and character-driven fantasy with strong female protagonists. Fans of Japanese light novels and manga adaptations will appreciate the detailed world-building and psychological depth.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Airship","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50680370331922,"sku":"9781685796525","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_5a9ca872-8caa-49d9-b341-ed225cd4138e.jpg?v=1734905715","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/though-i-am-an-inept-villainess-tale-of-the-butterfly-rat-body-swap-in-the-maiden-court-light-novel-vol-4-9781685796525","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}