Misplaced Love (2024)

Refreshing tale of twins, amnesia and love amidst the adversity

I am a huge Huang Bo fan and for the past 2 weeks, I have watched as many Huang Bo dramas in preparation for a reddit post. I didn't like some of his dramas so my expectation for this drama was low. To my surprise, I enjoyed this drama immensely.

Trigger warning: Domestic abuse

What I liked:
1. Plot - I thought it was going to be another good vs evil twin & amnesia stories but boy, I was wrong. The big secret was revealed somewhere in the middle that I never guessed would happen that early. I also didn't expect the plot twist. I must admit that I was never bored watching this drama.
2. Romance - There was a slow build up which is understandable given FL's predicament but wow, what a great journey. I was pleasantly surprised by FL-ML's dynamics when they encountered an imposter - they worked together on a common goal which is rare in romance-themed vertical dramas. There were many sweet moments & good kisses.
3. FL characterisation - I liked her very much. She was nurturing and good at following her instinct. She also knew what she wanted from ML and I liked that she requested for space.
4. ML characterisation - I liked him very much too. He was patient, loving towards FL and his nephew & niece and instinctive. Oh I also liked that he worked as part of search & rescue team.
5. Acting - Wonderful acting by Cheng Zi, Huang Bo, actor who played Dr Guo & actress who played one of the antagonists. Since Huang Bo has a twin brother, I wish Huang Tao was hired to play one of the twins!
6. Antagonists - Kudos to writer for giving proper arc for the antagonists.
7. Supporting characters - I liked ML's grandma, assistant and the kids.

What I disliked:
1. Dr Guo - Initially I disliked him for his scheming but later on he redeemed himself.
2. Leukemia - I don't know why this illness a popular choice to prove biological connection between the kid and ML or FL. I've seen it in a few vertical dramas already.

Favourite scene
The proposal caught me by surprise

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