I think the show is doing a good job of showing the political backdrop while still keeping the main focus on the love story. I want to know generally what motivated Phob but I donāt think we need to see all the details of the political situation. We are mainly watching through Tinaās eyes, so it makes sense not to show things about Siam that he wouldnāt really experience. Plus, this is not meant to be a heavy political drama. Itās meant to be a love story, set in amidst political turmoil.
Ep 7: Could I have survived if the person I loved betrayed me in this way? Don't know. I am of the opinion that…
In the actual ārevolutionā there was no riot, no violence. This is based on the actual non-violent revolution of Siam in 1932. Wikipedia has a decent article about it if you want a quick overview of the events on the day of the coup. And a real former page from the palace who was educated in France was one of the leaders.
I've saved the links in the forum. I think there are more than 20 given?* https://mydramalist.com/discussions/general-asia-forum/71903-bl-drama-lovers-club?pid=3431356&page=2399#p3431356*…
This was cute and sweet and I enjoyed watching it but it didnāt have much substance. I wish the relationships between Kita-kun and each lover were more developed and included a little more romantic storylines. Also the big mystery was a big reveal but then fizzled out. I still liked the bumpy but happy representation of a poly family, and of course Iwase Yoji was charming as ever to watch, even if he didnāt get enough screen time.
Plus, this is not meant to be a heavy political drama. Itās meant to be a love story, set in amidst political turmoil.