[END SPOILERS] I suddenly realized this really and truly is a story of Dan Yi’s journey, and the fact that she’s being romanced by Eun Ho is just part of the journey, and not the journey itself. Yes, she was quick to get angry when she thought Eun Ho had moved her stuff out, but once she realized he’d made a proper bedroom for her, she apologizes and thanks him – albeit with a bit of prodding. With Na-Young Lee, Lee Jong-Suk, Jeong Eu-Gene, Wi Ha-Joon. Adorable. We got it the first five times it was mentioned! Out of these cookies, the cookies that are categorized as necessary are stored on your browser as they are essential for the working of basic functionalities of the website. <3. They look good as friends and noona-dongsaeng, but, that’s just it. If you’re single, there are hardships, and if you’re married, it’s hard too – and you could possibly get divorced, which is hard too. Coz like I said, when this one works for you, it works so WELL. 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I don’t understand why they don’t accept a mother who walks away from her daughter to solve her life, but they accept a protagonist who lets everyone mistreat her, in other series. Do I wish that there wasn’t some kind of big secret in this story world like so many other kdramas before it? But in this slightly surreal drama world with a strong rom-com branding, I already had the assurance that Dan Yi would be just fine, and that made the world of difference. Off the top of my head, here are just a few: 1. There was something about the way they were that was a bit over-the-top. <3 And indeed, all the thoughtful, lyrical bits in this show were prize-worthy; worthy of their own book, as you say! From her strong passion for crafting books and bringing them to life, to her crush on Eun Ho, to her sincere desire to be friends with Dan Yi, I found myself liking Hae Rin more and more, as I got deeper into my watch. I think it could have been woven into a 30-50 episode show that would have given the Writer more of a presence and allowed us to really get invested in Seo Joon. She walked down the aisle virtually in tears, and I was befuddled. Whaddaya mean is it the right thing? s such a great twist on the classic quaking-before-a-chaebol-mom scene. And now that the book is doing well, not only has her name been taken off it, everyone at the company seems to have forgotten that she ever contributed the idea to begin with. So not only did the “maximum angst” amount to diddly, but when Show finally executed the reveal, the impact was negligible as well. This is why some called it ‘boring’ while others called it ‘soothing.’. I remember at one point well into the show thinking, “Oh yeah…what was with that old dude tied to the bed?” and realizing it was like four episodes ago. Video 9 Best Romance Comedy Anime of 2020. Dear kfangurl: What are some good dramas that aren’t romances? I like that this encounter triggers Dan Yi to finally start questioning whether Eun Ho likes her, even though she thinks at first that it was possibly a dream. FYI, this show was a Korean remake of the multi-season American TV Land show, “Younger.” Which I didn’t realize until just now while looking up the ages of the characters as written. My headcanon to make this bearable- they see each other for summer and winter holidays and such, she just meant when her daughter will be moving back permanently. Community. Director Ko is presented as a woman who is serious and passionate about her work; a woman who gave up marriage in order to focus on her career. Even though there was always a chance that her admission would nix her chances with the new handsome young man, she tells him anyway, so that she won’t lead him on. Eun Ho’s success is also something that never really comes into focus, and certainly isn’t helpful in getting the girl. If this had been a gritty drama, that all would’ve probably landed very differently for me. The problems of Dan-i as a divorcee rebuilding her life were also worn out on me since I’ve seen them already in Younger’s Liza. I know that viewers are generally divided about this one. It was a brief, subtle moment, but one I appreciated. like most of us, we have done a lot of things and made decisions that even our very selves were undervalued knowingly or unknowingly. She could have conveyed the idea she wanted to without unnecessarily dragging it because it had to be 16 episodes. :). And like you, I really appreciate that issues and challenges weren’t dragged out for Maximum Angst Impact. “Romance Is A Bonus Book” has a calm aura to it, I found that soothing. 1. I truly love this show to bits as well. Vizionează Romance is a Bonus Book Sezonul 1 Episodul 1 Online Subtitrat in Romana.Episodul intitulat "A Big Sister I Know, Kang Dan-i" poate fi urmărit online subtitrat la calitate HD. How to Replace Your Loyalty Cards With an App. And what of women like Manager Seo, who are divorced and therefore have no option to be a stay-at-home mum? By this point in the show, I’d come to the conclusion that Director Ko is a good person at heart, beneath her prickly, stickler-for-the-rules surface. It had cartoon-y elements without actually being cartoony. [2] [3] It aired from January 26 to March 17, 2019 on tvN . Show did too good of a job getting them alone together and making their interactions a nice mix of conflict and connection; the natural trajectory would have had them realizing their connection getting together much sooner. A book that inspires others may not always inspire you, so find a book that does. At times it was sweet and frothy and at times lyrical and introspective. I dig that he’s so unabashedly frank about it. If you’re in need of a cheesy sweet soothing kdrama, I’d recommend this. The whole secret around Writer Kang didn’t work for me and I ended dropping the drama after episode 12 and ended up reading your review to see what happened in the last few episodes , Overall it was a sweet drama, but I have to admit that I found it to be a bit boring at times. And no one else can fill it because they’re standing there! The emotional support, the affection, the provision–pretty much everything someone could want in a marriage–is all right there for her within the firs three episodes. Originally, I was actually going to give this one a pass because while I loved Lee Jong Suk in School 2013 and I Hear Your Voice, I’d been rather disenchanted with him in W-Two Worlds, and I didn’t have any special interest in Lee Na Young, nor in book publishing specifically. Cha Eun Ho is a genius writer and the youngest chief editor ever at his publishing company. I hope I'll love it as much as everyone else! I was so nostalgic reading you. Mostly pix, vids and other k-things that I want to share with you guys but I feel don't warrant a whole post. I thought maybe it was an apt description, considering the contrived presentation of whimsy. There are no rookie actors and almost everyone is experienced and has been acting for a while if not 10, 20 or 30 years. So Director Ko has spent years investing into her career–not just as a vocation she enjoys, but as the love of her life–and so has grown more and more bitter about what it can’t provide. All roads lead to romance. They peppered this drama with so many romantic, cheesy scenes but the lack of chemistry was so glaring. Yes. It really is quite special, and I didn’t expect to love it as much as I did. But that streak of wanting to be independent, and not wanting to be a burden to anyone, appeals to me. So much heady tension. Weightlifting Fairy Kim Bok Joo Korean Drama - 2016, 16 episodes. It truly was a delight, in spite of whatever weaknesses we manage to find. I thought the scene of them falling asleep together at the cafe in episode 11 was really cute as well. But when I realized that it wasn’t his father, Show lost me. I rarely jive with a Show’s efforts towards whimsy; so often it comes across as try-hard, contrived, or both. Instead, the focus is on Dan Yi’s journey, and Eun Ho’s role is basically to support her through it. This is good-natured and teasing, and just enough, to make Dan Yi unable to forget or ignore that he likes her as a woman. Now I could see with what love it was made, it has so many details so organic, that it feels so logical everything. That was really nicely done, and felt organic too. E3. I look forward to reading future books in this series. Like when she looks upon the executive meeting that she worked to prepare, and which she had to vacate the meeting room for, she doesn’t bear a trace of a grudge. Romance Is a Bonus Book (Korean: 로맨스는 별책부록; RR: Romaenseuneun Byeolchaekburok) is a 2019 South Korean television series starring Lee Na-young and Lee Jong-suk. Sometimes I find the show just ok, sometimes I like it quite well, and sometimes I end up loving it a whole lot. There largely wasn’t enough time given to setting up the reveal, so the angst really never built up. I don’t think the audience should be two steps ahead of the characters when it comes to a mystery, but I’m pretty sure most of us put the pieces together very quickly…and then had to wait for everyone in the show to catch up and excessively rehash each element. We can see that it’s meaningful to our characters, but it’s not a hyped up dramatic moment of screen time. So basically–from a functional standpoint–Dan Yi wasn’t single and wasn’t a mother. “Romance Is A Bonus Book” is calm and sweet. and life doesn’t stop there. These are choices that we can make too, and I often found Dan Yi’s response to her environment uplifting and inspiring. However, for now I will continue in the vision, hoping that different couples will be formed compared to those foreseen . In episode 7, I was very amused by Seo Joon’s comical reactions to Dan Yi’s various confessions: about being divorced, about having a kid, and about her age. None of these women win, in the end, and that’s so poignant and real and raw. During Dan Yi’s apartment search! I guess we just have to hope the audience forgot about her too.” I only wish they didn’t flash by so quickly – I literally paused the video just to be sure that I didn’t miss them. That’s very sweet. In fact, Dan Yi seemed to be more attached to the plush onion she got from Seo Joon than the jewelry from Eun Ho! #RomanceIsABonusBook While there are moments in Show’s early stretch where I felt sorry for Director Ko, I must confess that I wasn’t so sure about her as a character, for a good while. However, after reading your review, I definitely appreciate this drama a bit more as the bits you highlighted made me view this drama from a different perspective. She pleads her case with so much heartfelt eloquence, that I feel the tears that are brimming in her eyes. It’s in the gladness her colleagues express, that we get a sense, all over again, of just how much of a difference Dan Yi has made in the office, and I’m so happy for her, that she’s finally got the chance to be fully herself, as she applies herself to her new job. To be honest, I didn’t enjoy Hae Rin’s crush on Eun Ho as much as I enjoyed Seo Joon’s crush on Dan Yi, but I did appreciate the general way that Hae Rin’s feelings are teased out. I enjoyed Dan Yi so much, that it resulted in a quite a few thoughts. This was the final thing in my mind that I wanted Show to deliver on. An altogether very solid drama. And it wasn’t like they just took turns, each giving a little monologue and then clinking their wineglasses. Featured. Although the love line between her and CEO was a bit unnecessary/rushed but cute all the same. It’s thoughtfully written, with lots of heart and poignance, and just the occasional touch of whimsy. Dame Holly, I had a thought “what would happen when Mary Sue meets Marty Stu?” . Pwahaha! Oh my gosh! We use each other’s love to jump over them. I was certain she would tearfully look at him and ask how he could not tell her, and he’d whip out the “I was trying to protect you” line, and she’d say something piercingly revelatory that would let him (and us) know that was the wrong move to make. Beyond the thrill of the physical proximity of him sewing back her button in episode 14, I found it poignant that it’s his words of appreciation for her hard work and work ethic, that brings tears to her eyes. Eun Ho’s inner conflict manifests itself creatively as a black-clad, “cooler” version of himself instead of cartoon thought bubble (or, in the case of “What’s Wrong With Secretary Kim” an actual cartoon). It didn’t take very long at all, before I found myself firmly rooting for Dan Yi to have all of the good and happy things in life. Instead of large romantic gestures, we tend to see Eun Ho demonstrating affection and care in the little things, and this, not only limited to his loveline with Dan Yi either. The story is relatable. She is now divorced, a single mother, unemployed … For a brief moment when I was confused about the whole scenario, I thought the Writer was his father. But none of it felt real, particularly with her daughter who was conveniently absent and who, I believe, never surfaced at all. Aw. I kept looking for Lee Jong Suk’s series, and I really found them to be very good, especially While You Were Sleeping. And then there’s Director Ko, who chose neither marriage nor children, in order to focus on her career. By clicking “Accept”, you consent to the use of ALL the cookies. <3 You are very sweet indeed. E11. This drama was sweetly thought-provoking, and I’m so glad that you ended up loving it. There are a few ‘romances’ that do that as well, and I find those are the ones with a more pleasant final act for me. The thing that strikes me most this hour, is how Dan Yi picks herself up after a disappointment at work. I was waiting for this review quite anxiously and thank you that my wait is over. I do appreciate that Dan Yi works to solve things on her own, as far as she can. I love that all she is, is a little bashful, and he’s all accepting and smiley about it. ❤️, Flash Review: The Light In Your Eyes [Dazzling], Dear kfangurl: What are some dramas where the leads are nice? Whether you’re having a quiet one at home, or have a few safe gatherings planned, I thought you might like a suggestion for a quick, cute & fluffy watch to spice up your day! * comment edited to remove download link, to stay on the safe side of the DMCA bots. Eun Ho is fiercely loyal to the people that he cares about, and consistently strives to do right by them. The way Dan Yi holds back her tears during the video call with her daughter almost brought me to tears. The little details – Dan Yi knowing exactly what Eun Ho would forget, after a shower – tell us so clearly, that these two know each other really well, that their relationship is born of many years of being together. honestly I don;t know why people have been saying so bad about it or why it is rated so low but i felt so excited through the drama. A gifted writer who's the youngest editor-in-chief ever at his publishing company gets enmeshed in the life of a former copywriter desperate for a job. This was truly a lovely surprise. I love that even though this is the beginning of something new for them, that Dan Yi is comfortable enough with Eun Ho to tell him that she likes holding hands with him, and that she likes the way he kisses the back of her hand, and even that she’d liked the kiss from before too. Right on cue, at episode 8, we have OTP movement. 46 talking about this. This show has raised the bar on light yet thoughtful shows, with relevant social comment, with heart and high entertainment value. E4. MoA was beautifully made visually speaking but unforgettable at the same time. Their little teasing interaction in episode 9, when Hae Rin tries to get him to sign a contract for 10 books was cute, and I immediately looked forward to seeing more cute coming out of these two being together. Writer Jung Hyun Jung borrows a lot from your stereotypical kdrama plots book, her scripts don’t surprise anyone. And in some of her actions, she seems to almost begrudge Dan Yi her tentative steps back to meaningful work. Seo Joon’s simmering potential loveline with Hae Rin. Especially considering how this one was nearly written off in the beginning, when you first read the synopsis! So I just added the flag counter, since I noticed some of y'all enjoy knowing the various countries that our friends on the blog hail from :) E6. Yes, I agree the story didn’t need it, but also, perhaps Show wanted to appear more realistic. , Pingback: Review: Touch Your Heart [Reach Of Sincerity] | The Fangirl Verdict. I think this might've bothered me more in another show, but because this was so strongly Dan Yi's story and her journey, that my brain probably categorized the male leads' inconsistencies as a secondary thing, in that it niggled me momentarily, and then didn't, when Show course corrected and made them warm and much more normal afterwards. Romance, intrigue, action, and even superpowers; Afterglow’s got it all, and somehow Lady G makes it all work! The story is heartwarming and beautiful, also insightful because the setting is at a publishing house which I found interesting, you understand how books are made, that was a sweet part. this drama has teach me to think of my life and apologize to myself for the wrongdoings of the past and to move on to correct it and do the best. It was messy, but it was well-crafted messy that felt like it captured a wide range of genuine emotions–albeit ones that were somewhat clouded by intoxication. A gifted writer who's the youngest editor-in-chief ever at his publishing company gets enmeshed in the life of a former copywriter desperate for a job. I do not regret the decision. That was a lovely moment, equal parts warm-cozy and heady-melty. Bullying?!? [Part 2], Flash Review: The Rise Of Phoenixes [China]. However, her scripts are unoriginal and she does little to try to change that and that can become an issue. I would have liked it if the show focused more on Dan Yi as a single parent rather than the secret around Writer Kang, it would have been really interesting to see Dan Yi balance her life as a working single parent. This book is my definition of a cute, cozy mystery. We see her cry, and we see her struggle, and then we see her choose to pick herself up again, even when it’s hard, and I just really grew fond of her, for that. I just loved that part and I used to watch the ending patiently because I had to read those notes. Add to smoking, Dan-i’s reference to being horny because she hasn’t had sex in a long time. Drama Korea Romance is a Bonus Book Subtitle Indonesia Sinopsis Romance is a Bonus Book : Drama Korea Romance is a Bonus Book Sub Indo ini berkisahkan tentang seorang pemuda bernama Cha Eun Ho diperankan Lee Jong Suk bekerja sebagai penulis ternama dan berbakat, bukan hanya menjadi penulis ia juga adalah kepala tim editor termuda yang ada di perusahaan penerbitnya. O que parecia ser nada mais que um romance, nos impressionou com a ousadia no tema de profissionais em busca de realização, numa atmosfera cativante envolvendo a produção editorial. Yet, I like how she tries to differentiate the characters despite giving them an initial similar/stereotypical description, she does well incorporating little details into each character that helps shape it to be real-life human beings. In terms of our other couples, I rather like the note on which we leave ex-spouses Manager Bong and Manager Seo. Even though Dan Yi’s been dealt more than a few blows in her life, I really appreciate that she doesn’t allow it to destroy her spirit. There’s a show called Hi! Because This Is My First Life is about two housemates who agree to get married for financial gain. My Enemy The Queen was the first book that was given me by my mom to read in earlier print. What I like about her attitude, though, is that she is determined to be independent and not leech off Eun Ho. It all didn’t feel so terrible to me because Show makes the whole thing feel a bit fantastical, almost. In life, we face many hurdles. I think his VO talking about people being books could have really hit the feels, but it was pretty much coming from a cameo character who only had an artificial impact on the story. And also Wie Ha Joon is so cute so I liked his relationship with both Dan-yi and Hae Rim. I found the end so poignant as the staff members walked out the door to leave the office empty for the night. Here’s a bit of a breakdown. A mum in that situation would have been counting the days, waiting for school holidays to see her child again, specially if we consider that this daughter is soon hitting puberty… This oversight on the part of the writers did a bit of a disservice to the character of Dani, I think, as it deprived her of authenticity. was part of Eun Ho’s love for Dan-yi. The scene in episode 7, of Manager Seo defending her ex-husband to CEO Kim is so poignant. Also a bonus to show the second leads finding each other, even if we didn’t get to so more than them starting down that path. Also , how it showed how hard it is make a book and how many people are involved to just make one book. I guess I'm counting my blessings, since Show already does so many other things well, heh. Especially since this was marketed much like a typical k-rom-com. A l'heure de la douceur et de la poésie ! But because I’m too intimidated to actually do a breakdown of every single character in this drama, here’s the spotlight on our key players. An article in Forbes does a side-by-side comparison between the two shows and breaks down the similarities and differences. JohnnyBet is your platform for virtual entertainment. But apart from that, this show was truly excellent. Again, it depends on your taste. From early on in our story, Show teases a mystery around Writer Kang and his connections to Eun Ho, Gyeoroo as a whole, and Seo Joon. I’m not too hot on Show switching out Eun Ho’s reaction to Dan Yi’s question about whether he likes her, but, I do like that Show’s been sprinkling ambiguous “I might like you” statements by Eun Ho throughout. Yes, it was both boring and sweet/soothing. “We are like books. ... Eosinophil has lost a book. I also found all the characters and their stories engaging and interesting. It’s kinda great. Regardless, the characters and the actors had such a cute relationship together and blended well. Nonetheless, I did find his journey meaningful and worthwhile. His little happy victory dance afterwards is very cute and very bonus. 3. E3. Oh yes, I AM so glad to see Kim Sun Young getting more screen time these days, I enjoy her so much. After Koutarou Satomi's father is suddenly relocated for his job, the first-year high school student is faced with finding a cheap place to live by himself. [SPOILER] One of my favorite Hae Rin moments is in episode 10. However, I wasn’t sold on Seo Joon (is there a trend here with my take on the male leads I wonder?). She had to go to the hospital—” Even though he and Dan Yi are just cleaning the house, they manage to have fun together, and there’s just an easy, cozy vibe between them. , you guys. <3 And YES, I really wouldn't mind a sequel with Seo Joon and Hae Rin's love story at the center – and more Gyeoroo around them, for good measure. Augh. Furthermore, it seems absurd to me and not at all explained why the woman gives up her daughter so lightly. I just found what they offered at times was at odds with their characterisations – and so it didn’t ring “true”. “That doesn’t sound right.” . , Pingback: Dear kfangurl: What are some romance dramas featuring regular guys? The company can’t just gloss over the fact that she lied in order to get the job. See more ideas about Lee jong suk, Romance, Lee jong. Aw, I like how you frame Director Ko’s conundrum about the chosen love of her life; that’s so true! <3, Yeah, I agree, that comatose writer arc was not one of Show's strengths. Opinion of a man. That really isn't how moms roll. She’s worked really hard to even get people to consider her idea, and then to move the idea into fruition. Yess! As you said, I think Show wanted to focus on Dan Yi’s journey, so her daughter was more of a launching point than a plot point. Instead of working in concert with Dan Yi’s story, the Writer plot seemed to steal the focus without offering a significant payoff for doing so. I just loved the premise of the show that highlighted how hard it is to be a woman and why we need to appreciate the efforts that women around us make for us. Aw, thanks for waiting for this review, soumya! They were so cute! But opting out of some of these cookies may have an effect on your browsing experience. Ballet drama Navillera (formerly Like a Butterfly), featuring Song Kang (Sweet Home) and Park In-hwan (Brilliant Heritage), has released two versions of the same teaser. As a result, I didn’t buy into Eun Ho’s connection, which undercut his grief and suffering, and ultimately made Dan Yi’s mourning on his behalf almost comical. There’s also a boldness mixed in there, where he throws caution to the wind and grabs her hand, and cites his fever to get a pass whenever she protests. I can not BELIEVE that this dude is the same actor who was the bratty younger brother in Something in the Rain. Right. And the only other option is to be a stay-at-home mum. She is out and out excellent as Dan-Yi. Romance is a Bonus Book, Kissasian, Newasiantv, Watchasian, WallAsian, Myasiantv, Dramabus, Dramacool9, Ondramanice, Watch eng sub, Romance is a Bonus Book online ep 1, ep 2, ep 3, ep 4, watch ep 5, ep 6, ep 7, ep 8, ep 9, ep 10, Romance is a Bonus Book dub drama Cantonese, watch Romance is a Bonus Book ep 11, ep 12, ep 13, ep 14, ep 15, Romance is a Bonus Book drama ep 16, ep 17, ep 18, ep … Books and how they are found or opened or read as metaphors for people, for relationships, for life … they were so apt, so thought-provoking and inspiring. There is nothing wrong with Lee Jong Suk’s acting as Eun Ho, but I can’t put my finger on it either. Dear Dramacool users, you're watching Romance is a Bonus Book Episode 6 English Sub. Episode 1 66m. It’s my first Korean series, and it was a delight, from then on I continued watching the series and suffered several disappointments. I am truly not a fan of political plotting however the relationships of the royal family was so unique that you really somewhat hope that everything worked out fine. I really liked the vibe of this one, so I hope you’ll like this one too, when you get to it! That felt unnecessarily distrustful. E6. Petite déception !12/20 Après avoir terminé l'excellent W : Two Worlds, je n'avais qu'une envie : revoir Lee Jong Suk. It’s sensuous, yet matter-of-fact, and I dig it. Only after finishing the book, I can see what I missed, and life goes the same. She deserved so much better. Romance Is a Bonus Book: Season 1 (Trailer) Episodes Romance Is a Bonus Book. A book that is very, ... and wait for the two to finally tell them. I also like his approach, of taking things slow and easy with Dan Yi, under the assumption that she’s the one who might feel uncomfortable with their age difference.