Reviews

Sizzling leads finding meaning in life...and love

It is sweet love story about personal growth for the FL and justice for the ML. I love how they meet in a role playing game and use that reference throughout the story. The leads have great chemistry from the beginning and I was hooked.

The story is well-written with good pacing, sets and costumes. Moreover, her goal of becoming an architect is also integral to their happy ending. Even her friend's story is interesting throughout and she finds success as well. The female characters are strong and vocal about what they can and cannot accept. I love it!

I could perhaps have wished for an episode with the co-workers learning of their relationship - as well as their wedding - and her friend's new relationship. It was clearly hinted at, so you know it will happen.

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The drama is so so so good

The drama is so so so good and I'm so obsessed with those two ❤️
It's official 😎 I am so obsessed with those two ❤️
specially the actor 🫶🫶 He is so So handsome when he in the general suit. And I love the actress also ❤️

Every scene of them feels so beautiful, warm, and comforting ✨. All I could say is PEAK BETWEEN LINES, solid climax, lovely cast & cinematography, unli tropes, perfect buildup, and well-written characters. No weak episodes, just segment-by-segment excellence 🥺 and a perfect happy ending 😭😭❤️❤️.

Thank you for being my comfort drama!!! I’m going to miss watching all their lovey-dovey moments. 😭

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Strong Concept, Mixed Execution

Honestly, the story itself was good and had a lot of potential. I really enjoyed the heavy focus on guns, and seeing the actor who played Moon Baek here was interesting, especially since I still haven’t managed to finish Somebody. The concept is strong, but while the series centers clearly on the use of firearms, I found myself wishing it explored the individual characters more. That part felt lacking, and several moments left me unsatisfied because of that.

I love the cruelty of humans tho. It felt satisfying when they pull the trigger because they are on their limit. But then I didn’t like the ending. There were many things I wanted more from, but the story seemed more interested in the theme than in fully developing the people behind it.

This was recommended by a schoolmate after I asked for something in the crime or horror genre, and while it mostly fit what I was looking for, I wasn’t impressed with the male lead’s acting. It felt bland and didn’t match the intensity the story needed.

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Chilling, gripping, excellently executed story

The chokehold this show has on me is unimaginable. Lee Seung Gi is an excellent actor and the kind of character development Jung Ba Reum goes through is worth every minute of watching this show. The tragic elements, especially in the last two episodes is beautifully crafted, I would say it is up there with Shakespearean tragedies. Maybe even more.
I have seen this show twice now, and it has managed to break me both times even though I knew what was going to happen the second time around. That’s the kind of cinematography and character building this show has. 10/10 recommend ed

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ep1-2 giving doomed yaoi!!

“I was going to give you everything” - Keita, right after their ‘wedding’.

I might’ve watched too much bl but why do I ship Yakuza Keita and KDG 🤭
I’m on ep2 and I’m already kicking my feet! The way he looks at KDG like he’s never had such a connection or friend before ooooh the chemistry.

I’ve watched enough bl wuxia and read enough danmei to know what SWORN BROTHERS means 😎

makes me sad to think that they’ll have to part ways (he’s a criminal duh) but they might’ve made great partners in crime (or…excuse my bl heart)

the inspector from interpol is kinda making it weird with the English bc I thought he’d have better English (bc interpol) I’m not hating but I was a bit confused at first when he started speaking English with the other detective considering they both had heavy non-English accents. also didn’t know our taxi driver KDG could speak multiple languages

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Among other things–deliciously zany

A lot of series these days recycle the same old bland mush replete with modular events picked up from Ikea. BACK FROM THE BRINK has a few items from that warehouse, but it’s also quirky and fun.

For example, I loved the way Yonzhou City was a nest of vipers and general daffiness. In one episode, YanHui, gives all her money away to a scammer in exchange for some generic, but hilarious, medical advice (“A powerful force will cure your heart”). Her would-be suitor, Guan Peng Yuan, rides down main street on the back of a giant tortoise. In a later scene, when the flaming dragon sword comes swooping back to the ML, the audience sees it coming–not in the sky–but reflected in one of his eyes. Little creative touches like this, added a boatload of zip to this drama.

The entire cast–including most of the minor actors--was impressive. For example, there’s Bai Xiao Sheng. Who doesn’t love a bad boy? (Hands go up.) OK, not everybody. Some of you would gladly strangle him. But personally, I like a little rascality in my demons.

And those pixie orphans, are to die for. Speaking of dying, one adorable little girl does. Just when I was about to get mad at the writers, I saw her eyelid twitch, reminding me that this is Fantasyville. Will she be back? Anything’s possible in this bonzo crazypants drama.

As for the ML, Hou Ming Hao’s face is always a perfect subtext of what his character, Tianyao, is feeling. How does this dude do it? We (the audience) know that he’s sick with jealousy the minute he lays eyes on Bai Xiao Sheng’s dimples. And we know Tianyao’s madly in love with Yanhui, when even she hasn’t got a clue.

Even after he stabs her in the heart–for the second time.

OK, for many Western women that last thing would be a deal breaker. In fact, I’m one of them. How are you going to explain that one to the girls in the office?

Of course we all know he’s going to wriggle out of it somehow. This drama has 40 episodes and we’re not even halfway there. Will these two get couples counseling?

Stay tuned.

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A clever mystery-game rom-com with slow-burn payoff and a strong FL glow-up

Love Between Lines surprised me in the best way. It starts off fun and flirty with the virtual murder mystery game hook, but it slowly reveals a much deeper story about identity, justice, and learning to choose love without losing yourself.

The biggest win for me is the FL’s growth. She doesn’t stay stuck as the “nice girl who endures everything.” Little by little she finds her voice, stops being a pushover, and starts backing her own dreams. Watching her step into her career with real confidence (and not because someone “gave” it to her) was genuinely satisfying.

The romance is a slow burn, but the payoff is worth it. The ML is protective without being overbearing, and when he finally stops holding back, the chemistry hits hard. Their dynamic balances warmth and comedy with emotional weight, and the relationship feels built through actions, not just words. Also yes… Chen Xing Xu did the absolute most in this role. Chefs kiss.

Where the drama really levels up is the rivalry/family mess and the long-buried truth around the ML’s father. The plot threads tighten in a way that feels rewarding, and the emotional fallout actually matters. I love when a drama lets consequences land instead of brushing them off five minutes later.

The RL is frustrating (and I wanted to bop him more than once), but I also appreciated that he wasn’t written as a one-note villain. By the end, you can see how much of his behaviour comes from damage and missing pieces of the truth. The resolution doesn’t excuse him, but it adds layers.

If I had one complaint, it’s that a couple of side arcs made me want more closure/screen time (especially the best friend duo), but overall the ending wraps things up in a warm, full-circle way that feels earned. The final return to the game setting is the perfect “we’ve come so far” moment.

Final verdict: a binge-worthy mix of rom-com sweetness, mystery tension, and real character development. I loved every minute.

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THE BEST DRAMA EVER!!!

I already had this drama on my watch list since last year because of Lu Yuxiao. She is my favourite actress ever. She is unbelievably beautiful, and her talent? Chef’s kiss. Her acting just keeps getting better with every drama.
I have never felt this empty after finishing a drama since Lighter and Princess. This is genuinely one of the best dramas I have ever watched. It is so healing. The leads are mature and confident in what they do. Cheng Xingxu and Lu Yuxiao’s chemistry is top notch. They felt so natural that at times I genuinely felt like I was interrupting something private between them. Their interactions were quiet, warm, and so adorable. Everything about this drama was done beautifully. the plot, storyline, acting, OST, cinematography, background, and overall atmosphere. It captured my heart completely. Their relationship was built on communication, trust, and genuine love, which made it feel so real.Unlike most dramas with CEOs and unnecessary drama, this one felt deeply human. The characters were written and portrayed with so much care. There was no unnecessary conflict, no dragging, and the last two episodes were focused on the couple mostly and was handled well, so the ending didn’t feel rushed. Both leads are absolute eye candy. Lu Yuxiao is breathtakingly beautiful, and Cheng Xingxu is one of the most handsome men I’ve ever seen. The cinematography was stunning, especially the Rongcheng scenes, which felt magical and visually pleasing. The director did an amazing job. I am so grateful that I decided to watch this without hesitation. I have never loved a drama like this before, and I don’t think I ever will again. Also make sure to wait until the ending credits of the last episode to finish because there’s a tiny bonus scene at the very end. Don’t miss it.

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BL Romcom that will stick to me for a long time

This might have been the best BL series I have watched so far in terms of the "feel good" effect I experienced throughout watching this. Just pure joy and heartfelt moments done right. I think this is why it is rated so high on MDL (9.0 right now!!) and IMDB (8.8).

But speaking on technicalities, there are some things that I wish were done differently. From story aspect, Tawan-Aran love line was really questionable, and what was even the point of Shohei and Tawan's friendship... But I love other changes they've done from the novel, such as removing Shohei-Lookplub loveline (cos it's weird af that both siblings got hitched by mafias??), and cutting the entire Wiwid drama (cos why prolong his existence in the story when Khun Thee can just cut him off).

Acting wise, I have to give the highest salute to Pond Naravit. He was the true embodiment of Theerakit Kian Lee. Man, he nailed the role to the point I have difficulties trying to imagine anyone else as Khun Thee. Est was also brilliant as Mok, all his mannerisms as a bodyguard were on point. The rest of the casts were decent, even the supporting roles, with just some not-so-positive notes on Phuwin’s crying scene. I think he can do better with less frowning while crying.

The OSTs are lovely and the team incorporated them very well into the series along with the funny sound effects. Well most of the times though, cos I feel like the sound editing, especially for the last few episodes, can feel a bit unsmooth at times like they were done in a hurry (I guess they have deadlines to meet??).

Despite all the minor hiccups, overall it was a marvelous series. You can tell that the team put a lot of thoughts and efforts into this (along with the high budget) and the casts gave their best. And just like my review headline, this is a series that will stay with me for a long long time. Will be rewatched from time to time, and will be my ultimate go-to if someone ever asks me for recommendation on lighthearted BL series. Simply amazing

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Very misleading premise

An interesting drama that seems like a crossover of It's Okay To Not Be Okay and Daily Dose of Sunshine.
Like other people have mentioned, it came across as a romantic comedy and the first episode delivered on that.
However it soon turned into something unexpected. While it was still enjoyable and watchable. the plot became a bit convoluted and strange and I ended up dropping it.

At first, I thought Dorami was a supposed to be a fun representation of her inner self to provide some insight on her thought process (much like the animation in Yumi's Cells Kdrama) but it became this complex alternate personality that had MuHui had the ability to switch to when it served her. So, that's not how delusions/hallucinations operate. And when Dorami started providing insight on herself to the Ju Ho Jin it was ridiculous, as well as everyone observing her acting strange but not checking in on her and just allowing it to be, even when she referred to her "original self" as her/she.

Hiro was a fun character that wasn't always executed right. At first we see that he is obsessed with her as the entire world is (apparently and very exaggeratedly) but then because he wasn't recognized by her at an awards ceremony he hates that she was cast in the show with him - or maybe not, this part was a little unclear to me. They alluded to it with his assistant but also mentioned that it could be due to the fact it was a surprise as her name hadn't been on the list of actress candidates but since he liked her originally why was it such a big deal? Later. his character goes back on forth on wanting "confirmation" of something and it seems like he gets it (she doesn't like him) but his crush on her continues to shine through in the last part of filming. And why did Dorami kiss him and tease him and tell him "I choose you"??? Was there a point to that? And when did Hiro start liking her so much?

Ju Ho Jin - I thought his parents relationship and 10+ year crush referred to as a "delusion" by MuHui deserved more attention. He lacked depth which made his actions seem a little bit unnatural. He was commonly referred to as "nice" to describe it but it doesn't cover why he would visit Muhui in the hospital more than once for someone he had no interest of. It also seems like as much as his paren't relationships impacted him and how he views romantic relationships for himself this was barely given any attention to. They made it sound that he needed his brother to marry JiSeon as a way to truly get past his crush but that seems unreal too. Most people wouldn't want to date someone their siblings dated. I like this actor and he managed multiple languages very well and seemingly natural but his minuscule smirk, haha, a tradition he carried in every drama he's in.

There were more things wrong with it that I can't remember now but overall if you can get past that, it's good for a one time watch. People have commented that the soundtrack was good. None of the music really stood out for me. Despite the things I have previously mentioned, I think all the actors acted well.

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Someone Check On The People Working For "Secret Of Us"

Awakening the Steppe really made me question what kind of emotional phase the people behind these projects are going through. After watching The Heart of Tsukuyomi, Until We Drown, and now this, it genuinely feels like someone at Secret of Us (or whoever is in charge) is not okay. Why does everything need to end in sadness or emotional damage? Out of all their short series, this one is easily the weakest. The story is oddly structured, lacks depth, and throws information at you so fast it feels like it’s trying to seem meaningful rather than actually being meaningful. The only truly special thing here is the scenery. Honestly, the moment I saw it, I was sold. Quiet, open, peaceful, absolutely somewhere I’d love to disappear to. Visually, this series does the most. Narratively, not so much. The chemistry is… questionable. It’s not nonexistent, but it’s definitely not convincing. The way the characters fall in “love” feels rushed and unrealistic, and the kissing scenes honestly look more like they’re wrestling than connecting. Maybe it’s supposed to be passion, maybe it’s lack of chemistry, maybe it’s both. But I simply cannot buy someone being head over heels for a complete stranger they met a day ago, especially when the foundation of that connection makes zero sense. Which is a shame, because this story had potential. With that setting alone, it could’ve been something really memorable. Instead, the script feels like a fever dream. And just to really seal the deal, they throw in a terminal illness at the end. Of course they do. Then we get a dramatic return on a horse, which left me sitting there wondering, is this symbolic? Is he gonna die? Is he gonna heal? Is the horse a metaphor? No idea. And obviously I’ll never know. Overall, it’s not terrible, but it’s not strong either. I’m officially exhausted by sad endings and last-minute tragedy. Please, I am begging, let one of these stories end without emotional whiplash.

Overall: 7/10

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Nice dating show

I don't like western dating shows, most of them are too set on the sexual part.

This is the third dating show i watched in the past weeks, the first one was The boyfriend and the other was Love X.
I like the asian dating shows because the participants are so respectful towards each other.
The show focusses a lot on personal growth and friendship besides the dating part.

This show was very nice, i liked the contestants. They are all nice men.
The visuals were great and the music very good.
I think it would have been better if they had a group activity like the gamepark earlyer, so they had a change too see more of each others real character earlyer on.

I don't think i will rewatch this one, one time was enough for me.

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