Memoirs of Your Local Small-time Villainess

Claire, a sharp-witted editor at the peak of her career, wakes in a world ripped straight from her favorite RPG—but this is no dream. Magic thrums in the air, kingdoms teeter on intrigue, and she’s trapped in the body of a petty noblewoman infamous for her cruelty and recklessness. Worse, the original owner’s misdeeds cling to her like shadows, painting a target on her back. With no way home and enemies closing in, Claire must navigate court politics and arcane secrets while masquerading as the woman everyone loves to hate. But survival demands more than deception—it requires power. As she unravels the villainess’s hidden past, Claire discovers a path to magic far darker than she imagined. The real question isn’t whether she can escape this world—it’s whether she’ll become the monster they already believe her to be.