Healing tropes, but misses the mark
Retreating to the countryside—the sea, an unfamiliar community with a whole new culture. No money, nothing. My first impression was that this would be one of those youth dramas centered on healing, character growth, and chosen family. And it actually is, which is why I picked it up.
However, the storyline feels a bit too unrealistic for the theme it’s aiming for. I don’t mind one, two, or even three situations that don’t quite add up, but when they start piling up just to push the romance forward, that’s when I begin to raise my brows.
There are also certain kinds of cringe I can enjoy and tolerate, but unfortunately, this isn’t one of them.
The pacing is good, and the relationship dynamics provide a strong foundation for a good story. Still, I can’t bring myself to wait and see if they’ll be used properly.
Objectively, I understand why this could be considered a “good” drama. But honestly, I’m just not the target audience.
However, the storyline feels a bit too unrealistic for the theme it’s aiming for. I don’t mind one, two, or even three situations that don’t quite add up, but when they start piling up just to push the romance forward, that’s when I begin to raise my brows.
There are also certain kinds of cringe I can enjoy and tolerate, but unfortunately, this isn’t one of them.
The pacing is good, and the relationship dynamics provide a strong foundation for a good story. Still, I can’t bring myself to wait and see if they’ll be used properly.
Objectively, I understand why this could be considered a “good” drama. But honestly, I’m just not the target audience.
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