English Dub Review: Ascendance of a Bookworm: Adopted Daughter of an Archduke “I’ve Become a Noble”

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Overview

Myne begins her new life as Rosemyne. Her first challenge is to complete the baptism and adoption ceremonies!

Our Take

Picking up from the previous season, Ascendance of a Bookworm returns after a long gap with a continuation that many initially thought would never happen, bringing with it a noticeable visual upgrade and a brief recap to ease viewers back into the story. With a new studio behind the production, the presentation feels more polished and expressive, giving emotional moments greater impact while maintaining the series’ familiar tone. The opening episode focuses on re-establishing the world and its current status quo, quickly reminding viewers of the stakes while setting the stage for the next phase of the story.

At the center of it all, Myne faces the challenge of adjusting to her new life within noble society. This drastic shift introduces stricter expectations, unfamiliar customs, and a new family dynamic. The episode leans into this transition, balancing her growth with the continued reminder of her physical fragility, which remains a defining limitation despite her increasing importance. While her interactions with new and returning characters highlight both her adaptability and emotional vulnerability, the pacing occasionally feels rushed as it tries to cover a lot of ground early on. However, it still captures the core appeal of her journey and the world around her.

Overall, this serves as a solid reintroduction that benefits greatly from Wit Studio being in charge, giving the series a well-deserved visual boost while maintaining its emotional core. Myne’s new status as the daughter of an archduke may take some getting used to, especially alongside the influx of new characters, but the story still finds its strongest moments in quieter emotional beats, particularly when she receives a handmade ornament from her original family, a reminder of the life she can no longer return to. The OP stands out as both visually appealing and musically strong, while the ED carries a more calming, nostalgic tone that reflects her past and tugs at the heartstrings. That said, the opening sequence did spark controversy due to the suspected use of A.I., which the animation team later corrected following backlash, and with the season set to 24 episodes, there’s a strong sense of anticipation for what’s to come.