Masterpiece of Emotions

I don't even know where to start with this review or if my words would do this drama justice...

From the start, the prologue was unexpected for a K-drama which was fascinating in itself. I was completely in awe of the cinematography and unique scene transitions this drama offered; the visuals were mind-blowing. I'm still not over it. So let me start by saying thank you to the behind the scenes staff and crew for this amazingly beautiful drama that we were graced with. The execution of the story from beginning to the end was perfection. I was able to connect from the start and fully immersed as a viewer that it was extremely difficult to pull away from once the drama ended. The fairy tales that were woven into the plot was such a breath of fresh air and the way it was carried out to pull it's viewers in completely was incredible.

The cast line-up was flawless. I honestly cannot see any other actors/actresses pulling this off the way they did. It almost felt like this script was written especially for them. Seo Yea Ji and Oh Jung Se may have had more colorful roles in this drama but Kim Soo Hyun's role was a really difficult one and the three played off each other so well. To be honest, if it was anyone else was in Gang Tae's role I truly believe that the actor would have been overshadowed by the other two eccentric characters. As another viewer stated, "KSH is remarkable because he took a traditionally obscure role and made it stand out in the midst of phenomenal acting by his costars." This trio needs a standing ovation!

Each episode of this drama was set out with a purpose and it delivered each time. I have never watched a drama where I find myself hysterically laughing and a second later I am in tears, at times I am so emotionally overwhelmed that I am crying because I am so happy - I cannot emphasize enough how special this drama is.

I want to make a point that this drama is character driven and not plot driven so if you keep this in mind, there will be no doubt you will be head-over-heels in love with this drama as I am. To be upfront, there was one big thing that bothered me or so I thought at the time. However, the way the drama was set-up and carried out it made that one big thing become absolutely insignificant to me by the next episode and did not ruin my initial thoughts or feels on the drama as a whole in the slightest - this is commendable.

Without spoiling the drama, I am just going to wrap this review up with how these characters will be staying with me for a very long time. There are so many valuable lessons throughout this drama and never once it felt forced onto viewers, more like a gentle nudge to remind us all of what's genuinely important.

Let me not forget - this drama had the BEST FINAL EPISODE IN K-DRAMA HISTORY!! I'm thinking it will be a while before another drama can top this last episode. It was wholesome in ways I cannot describe. You will have to watch it to experience it yourself.

I hope you give it a go. I, for one, was absolutely obsessed!

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This was a super cute drama; completely binge-worthy. I laughed so much with it. There were some over-the-top scenes but it wasn't too cheesy. The chemistry between the leads was amazing. They complemented each other well. Not often do I end up falling head over heels with the female lead but Shin Min Ah was AMAZING in this role, which led me to feel a bit irritated at the beginning episodes. However, it was perfectly written as I look back on it because it showed the viewers how the character developed and matured throughout the drama. Overall, if you are looking for a lighter fantasy as your next fixed. I highly recommend this one.

The only reason why my rating for the re-watch value is low is because I rarely re-watch a drama.

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