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angelsbeforeman's review
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
1.75
the only things i like about this book are the descriptions of seoul, the food, and the culture. that's it, and that part was great. but then everything else is also part of this novel, unfortunately. melody, the main character, was insufferable to me. i understand her struggles, i just don't like her personality. the other characters were so underdeveloped that i literally know nothing about them. the plot was boring and it almost felt like nothing was happening. it just feels like the author focused too much on the location and the atmosphere and forgot to fully develop everything else.
thechristinereads's review
5.0
Melody’s journey throughout this book made me fall in love with her more.
It’s a story that shows a character who’s trying to discover her identity and also learning more about her culture. This story gives insight to the Korean culture, parental expectations, and so much more.
If you’re a foodie and lover of Kara as, then this is for you.
It’s a story that shows a character who’s trying to discover her identity and also learning more about her culture. This story gives insight to the Korean culture, parental expectations, and so much more.
If you’re a foodie and lover of Kara as, then this is for you.
btwnprintedpgs's review against another edition
adventurous
inspiring
reflective
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia and Alcohol
Minor: Drug use and Death of parent
kimiichanga's review
2.5
2.5
not my vibes ok
i really should stop reading ya contemporary bec it aint it for me
not my vibes ok
i really should stop reading ya contemporary bec it aint it for me
bellabells977's review
emotional
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
reflective
relaxing
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
wenwanzhao's review
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
I know I’m getting old when I care more about a YA protagonist’s parents’ relationship than their own.
hange's review
funny
hopeful
lighthearted
relaxing
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
It was a fun, quick read! It was a perfect story for me to listen to wild I was doing a monotonous task. I enjoyed the journey the young main character went on to figuring herself out a bit more.
keith22534's review
5.0
This book is about a 16year old girl, living in NYC, who has her dream. Suddenly, she and her mom move back to Korea and see something, not expected by her. Clair Ahn’s debut novel is splendid. This book has sweet romance and is a journey, I recommend.
logdog42's review
4.0
it's about a girl who has to suddenly move to Korea,with her mom, to move in with her dad. It's a slice of life, dreams come true, light romance kind of book! I would suggest it to anyone looking for a calm book, about family, and frienship!