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The main pair meet through non-consensual circumstances and dubious consent continues throughout the whole thing. The blonde one realllllly does not give off any impression that he even likes the black-haired dude. (blondie is not a brat ya'll, his situation is uncomfortable asf)
There is practically no chemistry between the two. There are two other pairs and one of them is decent and the other I could not care less.
2/5
Immensely popular so I don’t have too much to say. It’s pr good ! To me, the main romance had nice pacing and was believable. I suppose my only issue is that the main characters’ personalities weren’t too strong, but that’s a personal nitpick. Usually the secondary pair falls flat, but the one here is pretty fun. Personally, it didn't resonate with me too much bc of cliches, but I can definitely see why people love it.
4/5
Another super popular choice. An easy, cute read! The plot does try and include some dramatic tension, but it’s resolved pretty quick and was honestly a little boring to read through. I get why it was included though. The characters don't have too much personality, but they're charming enough. The romance develops at a satisfying pace.
4.5/5
The art for this one is really beautiful. Unfortunately, I didn’t enjoy it too much. No character really has a personality except for the blonde roommate. The way the main pair develop is pretty unsatisfying imo. The main char starts off pretty decent but ends up being verrrrrry feminized. Best part was mc's friendship with his roommate. Their bond felt more genuine than the main romance. Very little chemistry.
2.5/5
Another one where the art is really gorgeous and has a lot of stylistic flare. It’s been a while since I read, but I don’t recall anything gross or non-con between the main pair! It’s not a cutesy, fluffy read, but it’s an enjoyable romance that’s nicely paced. The dramatic tension felt very real. Only thing I suppose is that the main pair don’t have too much personality.
4.5/5
It’s ongoing so there isn’t actual like romance yet and is mostly smut. It seems decently paced so far and I like the bond between the main two. It’s your typical very indulgent stoic, mafia type falls for ordinary, cute boy. The cashier boy actually has a backbone which is refreshing. I really like ahjussi too because he’s just soft enough where it’s believable, but still cute. Pacing is a tad fast.
3.75/5
This isn’t a bl or a romance, but I’ll include it because it’s so popular that I’m sure people wonder about it. It’s a psychological thriller, but tbh I wasn’t very .. thrilled ? Don’t get me wrong, there is a lot of horrible stuff, but none of it really stuck with me. It just didn’t do much for me. It is a good showcase of obsession though and Sangwoo’s background is interesting enough, but it’s just nothing that I haven’t seen before.
3.5/5
It’s a pretty pleasant, enemies to lovers read. One of the characters being a vampire is actually like not super relevant to the plot. I think the way the relationship progresses is decently paced and really cute. However, the story takes an absolute nosedive after the main two get together. A loooot more conflict is introduced into the plot and it is just not good. The personalities of the characters start fading as well.
3/5
Another big one that I don't have too much to say for. It’s really good. It’s a slow burn that felt very satisfying to read imo. The development of their relationship was really well done. There are three pairs and I can’t say I care much about the other two. I liked the blue hair guy with glasses! Just didn't care for his relationship. There is a lot of misunderstandings in the plot that can get a lil annoying, but they are accurate to the character and themes so.
5/5 ! Whoopeee first one
This is one I really enjoyed and though it’s conversation about sexuality was very compelling. I think everyone’s personalities were pretty great... except for the main love interest. It pr much unanimous that the ending is very abrupt and unsatisfying. The main romance isn't the main draw to me, but the mc’s friendship with black hair boy.
3.75/5
Love Is An Illusion