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Promise in the Summer chinese drama review
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Promise in the Summer
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by SanaRehmat
Nov 20, 2025
24 of 24 episodes seen
Completed
Overall 8.5
Story 8.0
Acting/Cast 8.0
Music 8.0
Rewatch Value 8.0

Feel-Good Romance Wrapped in Summer Warmth

Promise in the Summer is the kind of drama that wraps you in a cozy blanket and hands you a cup of warm tea. It’s soft, simple, sweet, and exactly the kind of palate-cleanser you watch when you need something fluffy after heavier dramas. The episodes are short and easy to binge and before you know it, you’ve watched the whole thing in one night.

The chemistry between the leads is the highlight. They communicate softly, avoid unnecessary misunderstandings, and treat each other with kindness. Their dynamic feels natural, warm, and quietly romantic. The female lead is absolutely lovable expressive, cute, and easy to root for while the male lead balances her perfectly with his steady, gentle personality. Even the little bits of jealousy are wholesome rather than stressful.

Is it cringey sometimes? Yes.
Is it adorable anyway? Also yes.
Does it make your heart soft? Absolutely.

The drama also adds a refreshing touch by returning to character growth after the backstory is resolved, instead of dragging the twist or switching tones completely. And the ML’s mom deserves her own award chaotic, hilarious, and delightfully meddlesome, especially with that photo album scene.

If you want a drama that feels like cotton candy sweet, light, and gone too soon this mini-series is a perfect choice.

💗 Who Should Watch It

✔ Fans of soft romance & gentle communication
✔ Anyone wanting a stress-free, feel-good binge
✔ Viewers who love fluffy mini-dramas with short episodes
✔ People who enjoy sweet jealousy without real love triangle angst
✔ Anyone needing a light palate cleanser between heavy dramas

🚫 Who Should Avoid It

✘ Viewers wanting complex plots or heavy angst
✘ Those who dislike cute/cringey moments in mini-dramas
✘ Anyone expecting deep character arcs or intense storytelling
✘ People who prefer long, detailed dramas with worldbuilding
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