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amy_reads4's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
This book left me feeling really warm and fuzzy, like watching your favourite chick flick.
We follow our FMC Fran who has moved to England from Italy to pursue her career as an actress. She is living in New Malden (which was really exciting for me to see as it’s just up the road) above Mr Son’s coffee shop. When his nephew Jae-Seung comes to visits and helps fix the sink on Fran’s flat, she is completely unaware that he is a K-Pop star and lead singer of his band. However she does come to discover this later when taking Mr Son’s daughter to a BTS concert, and his band is supporting them. Jae-Seung is really struggling with his mental health, which leads to him needing to escape, and Fran has the perfect place for that, her home town in Sicily.
Throughout this book we follow Fran and Jae-Seung whilst they both try to navigate their trauma, and their feelings for each other.
Whilst there are some very heavy topics covered in here I felt it was done well, I shed a few tears but overall the book left me feeling warm, everything you’d want from a chick flick in a book.
Overall I really enjoyed this story and it was a mostly lighthearted easy read, I also really enjoyed the multicultural aspect of this book, getting to see each characters culture, and travelling to see different areas.
onceuponabookreview's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
lornareads_'s review against another edition
challenging
emotional
hopeful
lighthearted
sad
fast-paced
3.75
Rom-com with a K-pop male love interest, most recommended for Swifties and romance lovers. Not a lot of spice, just one scene about halfway through. Some sad scenes, trigger warnings include death of parents, mentions of suicide and cheating.
Ad/gifted copy from the publisher and Tandem Collective :)
Ad/gifted copy from the publisher and Tandem Collective :)
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death of parent and Abandonment
Moderate: Suicide attempt
lucia2000's review against another edition
dark
sad
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.0
piperkitty's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
relaxing
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Thanks to Tandem Collective and Canelo for my copy I have really enjoyed taking part in this #readalong of #StillUnwrittenReadalong
Right from the get go I wanted to devour Still Unwritten I feel instantly in love with Fran and Jae_seung and thier chemistry. I said so many 'awws' in those frist few chapters as its so sweet and cosy . Every chapter transports you to this cosy romance and you get that warm fuzzy feeling inside. As we follow Fran and Jae-seung I feel thier connection deep even I'd there is some misunderstanding there.Both of there past had some complications and it made me sad at times and I have loved getting to know thier backgrounds I want tk be friends with both Fran and Jae_seung. The relationship of Fran family are so relatable and complicated at times but I felt for her through with all thr struggles. This js a book I'd highly recommend reading a 5 star 🌟 read from me . It takes you in an emotional and mental journey . Furthermore the friendship in this book are spot on.
Right from the get go I wanted to devour Still Unwritten I feel instantly in love with Fran and Jae_seung and thier chemistry. I said so many 'awws' in those frist few chapters as its so sweet and cosy . Every chapter transports you to this cosy romance and you get that warm fuzzy feeling inside. As we follow Fran and Jae-seung I feel thier connection deep even I'd there is some misunderstanding there.Both of there past had some complications and it made me sad at times and I have loved getting to know thier backgrounds I want tk be friends with both Fran and Jae_seung. The relationship of Fran family are so relatable and complicated at times but I felt for her through with all thr struggles. This js a book I'd highly recommend reading a 5 star 🌟 read from me . It takes you in an emotional and mental journey . Furthermore the friendship in this book are spot on.
giamindcloud's review against another edition
adventurous
emotional
hopeful
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
5.0
takealookinsideabook's review against another edition
emotional
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.0
daniellelgreaves's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? No
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
2.75
thisboricuareader's review against another edition
1.5
I'm only going to say one positive thing, this book is for swifties that live their lives by Taylor Swift songs. Like have a bad day, listen to Taylor Swift. Have a good day, listen to Taylor Swift. '
Now what I didn't like. First, I didn't like that in the first chapter wanna be actress thinks the role is perfect for her because she looks "Latin" whatever the hell that means. I firmly don't believe there is a thing as looking "Latin".
Secondly, this book touches I think way too many thought topics at the same time. Example, parent suicide, losing your dad at a young age, abandonment from your parent at a young age, taking care of a family member with a terminal illness. I do think the author did a good job of creating a friendship between the MCS, and the FMC has a great friend. I just felt like it was too many hard topics and it felt like they were added to add some depth I didn't feel.
Third, we don't find out FMC is technically in a relationship until she comes back to her home town. Like she does make a reference of going back home and getting married to him but not like "oh we agreed that when were apart we can do whatever the fuck we want but when we are together we are together." ICK. Especially the guy was so aggressive with his affection and he was ready, didn't care if she was, he was ready to take their relationship to the next step.
I just felt a disconnect with this book. It just wasn't for me. I didn't talk about the K-POP aspect because it's not for me to talk about.
I got an e-arc of this book on NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
Now what I didn't like. First, I didn't like that in the first chapter wanna be actress thinks the role is perfect for her because she looks "Latin" whatever the hell that means. I firmly don't believe there is a thing as looking "Latin".
Secondly, this book touches I think way too many thought topics at the same time. Example, parent suicide, losing your dad at a young age, abandonment from your parent at a young age, taking care of a family member with a terminal illness. I do think the author did a good job of creating a friendship between the MCS, and the FMC has a great friend. I just felt like it was too many hard topics and it felt like they were added to add some depth I didn't feel.
Third, we don't find out FMC is technically in a relationship until she comes back to her home town. Like she does make a reference of going back home and getting married to him but not like "oh we agreed that when were apart we can do whatever the fuck we want but when we are together we are together." ICK. Especially the guy was so aggressive with his affection and he was ready, didn't care if she was, he was ready to take their relationship to the next step.
I just felt a disconnect with this book. It just wasn't for me. I didn't talk about the K-POP aspect because it's not for me to talk about.
I got an e-arc of this book on NetGalley. All thoughts and opinions are my own.
thebreakfastbookclub's review against another edition
4.0
Loved this! It’s full of beautiful characters, relationships and locations. Caroline has such a gorgeous way of creating a location in her books that it always has me wanting to jump on a plane whilst reading!
If you love books with found family, forbidden romance, K-pop, Taylor Swift, travel, or female friendships - you have to pick this one up!
If you love books with found family, forbidden romance, K-pop, Taylor Swift, travel, or female friendships - you have to pick this one up!