🌸 Light Novel Review: From Villainess to Healer: Volume 5 by Punichan (Kindle Edition)
A heartfelt return to roots, a clash with old enemies, and a journey that blends healing magic with emotional growth—Volume 5 of Punichan’s fantasy-romance series continues Sharon’s transformation from exiled noble to empowered adventurer.
🧠 Overview
Published in October 2025 by J-Novel Club, From Villainess to Healer: Volume 5 is the latest installment in Punichan’s light novel series, translated by Adam Seacord and illustrated by Yoh Hihara. The story follows Sharon Cocoriara, a reincarnated noblewoman who was once framed as a villainess in a fantasy MMO-like world. Now a respected healer and adventurer, Sharon has just completed a major quest to rescue Pope Tithia and restore peace to the Sacred Land of Erenzi.
But her journey takes a personal turn when she receives a letter from her brother—her exile has been lifted, and she’s invited to return home. What follows is a mix of reunion, redemption, and revenge, as Sharon faces old friends, new dungeons, and the lingering shadow of her former fiancé.
✨ Key Themes & Highlights
- 🏡 Return to family: Sharon’s homecoming is emotionally charged, filled with bittersweet memories and long-awaited healing
- 🧠 Growth and forgiveness: Her journey reflects not just magical power, but emotional maturity and self-worth
- 🧑🤝🧑 Character dynamics: Volume 5 deepens relationships with allies and introduces new faces in her evolving party
- 🍑 Whimsical touches: Yes, there are magical peaches—because even fantasy needs flavor
- ⚔️ Final confrontation teased: Sharon may finally face her former fiancé, bringing closure to her villainess arc
“Exiled from Farblume in the wake of a broken engagement… Sharon embarks on a journey that will lead her to old friends, new dungeons, the world’s most delicious peaches, and, just maybe, a final showdown with her former fiancé.” — Amazon listing
💬 Reader Reception
- 📖 Early readers are excited for the emotional payoff and the continuation of Sharon’s arc
- 🧾 While official ratings are still pending, fans of the series praise its blend of isekai tropes, romantic tension, and healing magic
- 💬 “Sharon’s journey is one of the most satisfying villainess redemptions I’ve read—Volume 5 feels like the beginning of her final form.” — Fan comment
⚠️ Considerations
- 📄 Short format: At 22 pages, this volume reads more like a novella or extended episode—ideal for fans already invested in the series
- 📚 Series continuity: Best enjoyed after reading Volumes 1–4, as it builds directly on prior events
- 🎮 Game-like structure: The MMO-inspired world may appeal more to readers familiar with isekai or RPG-style storytelling
🏁 Final Verdict
From Villainess to Healer: Volume 5 is a charming and emotionally resonant continuation of Sharon’s journey from exile to empowerment. With its mix of fantasy adventure, personal redemption, and whimsical worldbuilding, Punichan’s latest entry is a satisfying treat for fans of the genre—and a promising setup for the series’ next chapter.
