KDRAMA Review || Why Her?

Why Her?

The youngest partner at one of the nation’s most prestigious law offices, Oh Soo Jae has already proven she has what it takes to be one of the country’s best lawyers. Driven by her self-righteous principles and a never-ending desire to win, Soo Jae is well on her way to becoming one of TK Law Firm’s top attorneys. But when one of her cases takes an unexpected turn, Soo Jae is forced to watch as all of her hard work comes crumbling down around her.

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Quick Thoughts

So just a quick overview of my thoughts and then I’ll go into more details below. This drama is one where you will want to keep watching to know what exactly happened, and how it all plays out. This is a mystery, law drama, with romance. I was hooked from the very beginning. This story definitely kept me coming back! I was invested in the story, the characters, and how it would all play out. This drama was fine with the romance, but it would’ve been fine without it as well. People either love or hate the romance aspect. Personally, I enjoyed the romance aspect, but I can understand why people wouldn’t. This drama was definitely not perfect. It has its flaws, but overall an enjoyable one.

MAJOR SPOILERS AS YOU CONTINUE TO READ ON!!! SPOILERS!!! SPOILERS!!! SPOILERS!!! SPOILERS!!! SPOILERS!!! SPOILERS!!!

Characters

So before I get into talking about what I loved, and what I didn’t really like. I want to specifically talk about the characters. I really loved all the characters in this story! The actors played their parts very well! The characters are intriguing, deeply flawed, and they show how corrupt the world can be. And what people will do for power.

Oh Soo Jae is such a strong woman, who gets put through hell and back. She gets tested at every turn and she always has to stay ahead of everyone. She is smart, and manipulating. She knows what she wants and goes for it. She also knows how corrupt the world can be. She also knows what needs to be done to get what she wants, and she’ll do it. Seo Hyun Jin’s acting in this is absolutely phenomenal!

Gong Chan is a character who is sweet, loyal, and kind despite everything that he has been through. His life has been turned upside down and he is trying to put everything back together again and find out the truth behind the incident that destroyed him!

Choi Tae Guk is a smart, calculating, manipulative man who has all the right connections, so he’s able to get what he wants. He will use whoever he needs to to make sure he gets power, and that he keeps the power. Heo Joon Ho plays the villain extremely well.

We follow these characters as they seek revenge, the truth, and in the midst of it all, trying to find happiness and redemption!

Now lets get into what I loved and what kind of bugged me.

What I Loved!

1. As I said before the CHARACTERS! From the main leads, to the supporting characters. They were all absolutely outstanding. You love and root for our heroes, and absolutely despise the villains. Seriously, these guys were absolutely despicable and didn’t care who they hurt. The actors played their parts very well! And I’ll say it again, Seo Hyun Jin deserves every award. She truly embodied her character of Soo Jae and this particular character will definitely stick with me.
2. The story. It kept me intrigued throughout the entire show. I was never bored, and was always wanting to know what would happen next. The storytelling gives you a lot throughout the 16 episodes. We have political intrigue, law, murder, mystery, corrpution, revenge, romance, friendship. SO MANY twists and reveals throughout. (Some people say too many, but it was fine for me)
3. The romance! Now I KNOW, okay. I KNOW this is a very controversial opinion. A lot, and I mean A LOT of people did not like this romance, and felt like it didn’t need to be there. I agree in some ways. This drama would’ve been fine with or without the romance. But it was there, and I personally liked it. I thought they were both very good together, and Soo Jae really needed someone like Gong Chan in her life. I enjoyed watching this romance develop.
4. OST! It also has a pretty good OST! I really enjoyed the songs throughout this show. A favorite of mine is What About Us by Hajin and I’m Here by So Jung! 

What I didn’t like

(okay it’s not really that I didn’t like these things, they just bugged me a bit)

1. When everyone found out who Gong Chan really was it felt like people were abandoning him. Especially Soo Jae. I knew she would be mad. He should’ve told her instead of her finding out like that. But why abandon him? However, as we continue to watch we find out that she really wasn’t that mad about him lying to her. She was mad because of what she did to him. She gave up on him and his trial in the end to save herself and her family. She was embarrassed, ashamed, and deeply regretted her decision, and that was why she acted that way to him when she found out who he really was. She was ashamed to face him. Once that was revealed, it made the way she was acting understandable.
2. When Gong Chan saved Soo Jae when she got attacked in the building and he found the flash drive. Instead of handing it over to her like he should’ve done, he hid it from her to “protect her’‘. Really now? Soo Jae is a strong, badass woman who has been protecting herself way before you came into the picture. So why do you think she needs protecting? She knows way more than you. If anything, you’d probably end up making things worse. That part was a bit frustrating. 

And that’s it. Those are my thoughts and feelings about this drama. It was one of my most anticipated dramas for the year, and I’m happy to say that at the end of it, I really enjoyed it! My overall rating would be a 4 out of 5!!!

Have you watched this drama yet? Do you plan to watch it? What are your thoughts?

Heartstopper || Teaser Trailer

It’s here! It’s here! It’s here! The Heartstopper teaser trailer is finally here!

Heartstopper is a eight episode, coming-of-age, show that will be airing on Netflix.

Synopsis:

Heartstopper follows the story of two British grammar school boys (Nick and Charlie) in their progression from friendship to love whilst dealing with a number of hard-hitting issues and taboo themes including eating disorders, mental health and coming out as LGBTQ+.

Watch the offical teaser below:

What Type of X

Jessi’s new song What Type of X is out and I’m obsessed! I became a fan of Jessi last year and have been loving her songs. I thought it would be hard to top NUNU NANA, but I think she did it! CHECK THE VIDEO OUT and get ready to become obsessed!

Netflix: Shadow and Bone

When I first heard about Shadow and Bone being adapted into a Netflix show, honestly I really didn’t have a reaction. I was happy for the people who are fans of this series(it’s always exciting, and nerve wracking, to see a story you love being brought to life), but I have NOT read the books, so I couldn’t share in that excitement.

Shadow and Bone Adaptation

I recently watched the Announcement teaser, and I don’t know why, but it intrigued me. The teaser didn’t even show anything, but somehow it got me intrigued. Recently they released some photos from the show, and I saw so many people sharing in the excitement it have me FOMO. I have to admit, it makes me want to join in on the excitement. Also I’m just getting more and more interested in this story. So I think it’s time for me to start this series.

Have you guys read this series? Are you excited for the show?

The Becoming of Noah Shaw

The cover reveal and a sneak peek for Michelle Hodkins new series has been released. I really did enjoy the Mara Dyer series, and Noah Shaw was one of my favorites. I’m excited to check this series out. Click here for a Sneak Peek!

I really love this cover! If I saw this in the store, without knowing anything about it, this cover would definitely catch my eye! What do you think? Are you excited for Noah Shaws story?

Reaction || Shadowhunters 2B Trailer

:03- Oh Damn! Lukes’s pissed! It looks like it’s taking four people to hold him back!

:05- Alec! Why are you on the ground? Nobody better be hurting you!

:07- Uprising! That’ll be so damn intense, but I can’t wait to see how this plays out!

:09- “Wherever you go, I go.” Aww

:10- Are Alec and Magnus on a mission together? Please tell me they are!

:13- MY NAME IS SEBASTION! Ahhhhhhhhh!

:15- Raphael’s got the right idea!

:16- …And so does Magnus!

:23- “Is it really a competition if I always win?” Ahhh love Jace!

Reaction || Shadowhunters 2B Teasers

:02- “I’m not your brother Clary” FINALLY he tells her!

:05- I may be one of the few people who don’t hate seeing Simon and Clary as a couple. I mean of course, I want CLACE. But I don’t hate seeing Simon and Clary together(which really surprised me)

:06- You have to respect Jace for not wanting to ruin “A good thing” for Clary.

:01- AHHH Jace, Clary, Isabelle, and Alec together!

:02- Raphael and Izzy drama! When it comes to what happen, it’s not all Isabelle’s fault, and it’s not all Raphael’s fault.  However, none of this would’ve happened if it wasn’t for Aldertree. Damn you Aldertree!

:04- MALEC! YESSSS!

:05- WAIT! Hold up! Simon and Clary? In bed? Together? OMG they sleep together? AHHHHHHHHHHHHH

:06- Seriously, we need more Luke! I love Luke! Isaiah Mustafa is amazing!

Poster Reveal || Beauty and the Beast

Emma Watson shared the poster from her upcoming movie Beauty and the Beast! There’s so much anticipation surrounding this movie, and I admit I’m so excited to see it. Now with the release of this poster, I’m ten times more excited to see it! This poster is absolutely stunning! And I truly believe this movie will be worth the wait!
What are your thoughts?

Cover Reaction- Deep Redemption

This is the fourth book in the Hades Hangmen series! The cover was revealed yesterday, and I was so excited to see it! Like the other covers in this series, I’m intrigued, especially with who could be hiding behind the tree?

As of now, a synopsis hasn’t been release! What I do know is that we can expect this to be like the other ones in this series. A dark, but beautiful story that breaks your heart mends it together, just to rip it to shreds again! And NO I’m not being dramatic!

I’m so excited to read this story on July 12th, 2016! And if you haven’t read the previous stories, you should check them out! If you have read them, you can check out my reviews below!

Book Review- It Ain’t Me, Babe

Book Review- Heart Recaptured

Book Review- Souls Unfractured

Season 1 Review- Fuller House

Fuller House was released on Friday, February 26th, and all day on Twitter and Facebook that is what everyone was talking about. Of course, i was a part of that as well. I was so excited for this show and I’m glad to say it didn’t disappoint.

Full House was a show that I always watched before I went to to bed, and when I woke up in the morning before school. Of course it was the reruns, because the show had already ended. It always put a smile on my face! So when I heard about Fuller House, I was beyond excited!

Fuller House follows DJ, Stephenie, and Kimmy as they come to live together to help raise DJ’s 3 sons, and Kimmy’s daughter. It’s the premise of the original expect flipped. we had the original cast come back throughout the show as guests. In the first episode everyone was back, except for the Olsens twins who played Michelle.. To be honest, I didn’t really care that much. We even had Uncle Jesse and Becky’s twin boys return, which was amazing!

The season consisted of 13 episodes of fun mishaps that you would expect to see. Overall I had a lot of fun watching this show and seeing everyone come back together again! I’m so happy that Fuller House will be back for a Season 2!