Two Broken Souls, One Shared Tomorrow
Twelve Letters was honestly devastating. After finishing it, I just sat in silence, staring at the wall. What I loved most about this drama is how unfiltered and raw it is. It feels realistic in its portrayal of poverty, abuse, and the harsh truth that not everyone’s life is filled with sunshine and rainbows.
YHT and TYX are two broken souls who were forced to confront the horrors of the world far too young. In each other, they find solace, and together they work relentlessly toward a better future. Their bond feels deeply earned, shaped by shared pain rather than idealised romance. I also liked how romance was subtle, leaving the spotlight for the events occuring rather than taking away from it.
The fantasy elements were intriguing yet never fully explained, but I do not think a thorough explanation would have added much to the story. I actually appreciated that ambiguity, as it kept the focus where it mattered. I also preferred the narrative’s emphasis on the 1991 leads rather than the 2026 ones, since they did not feel particularly crucial to the overall story.
That said, I would have loved a slightly more conclusive ending. It was not entirely clear what happened to the side characters, which was disappointing because they were genuinely compelling and added a lot of emotional depth.
Overall, Twelve Letters is a beautiful and haunting story that tugs relentlessly at your heartstrings. It is heavy and emotionally demanding, so consider this a warning, but it is also deeply moving.
YHT and TYX are two broken souls who were forced to confront the horrors of the world far too young. In each other, they find solace, and together they work relentlessly toward a better future. Their bond feels deeply earned, shaped by shared pain rather than idealised romance. I also liked how romance was subtle, leaving the spotlight for the events occuring rather than taking away from it.
The fantasy elements were intriguing yet never fully explained, but I do not think a thorough explanation would have added much to the story. I actually appreciated that ambiguity, as it kept the focus where it mattered. I also preferred the narrative’s emphasis on the 1991 leads rather than the 2026 ones, since they did not feel particularly crucial to the overall story.
That said, I would have loved a slightly more conclusive ending. It was not entirely clear what happened to the side characters, which was disappointing because they were genuinely compelling and added a lot of emotional depth.
Overall, Twelve Letters is a beautiful and haunting story that tugs relentlessly at your heartstrings. It is heavy and emotionally demanding, so consider this a warning, but it is also deeply moving.
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