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4.11 AVERAGE
4.11 AVERAGE
mysterious
This book was really good! My first mystery/thriller in a while. This story kept me on me engaged from beginning to end. I feel like this was reasonably paced and well written. I didn’t think anything was obviously predictable and the MC, Hyeon, was very likable. I also liked the duo she made with the inspector Eojin. Hyeon and Eojin are such an innocent pair that worked well together. Despite the grimness of the plot at times - I feel like they added a sense of innocence and lightheartedness to the story. I also liked the insight to Korean history and palace life in that time period. Honestly, reading this book is like watching a Kdrama but on paper. I would read this again and would love to see more from this author. My rating is more like a 4.2/5⭐️.
I received this an ARC from Books with Friends via Netgalley and leave this review voluntarily.
I received this an ARC from Books with Friends via Netgalley and leave this review voluntarily.
wow
great book
loved the story and the mystery and the characters and now i’m gonna go check out some other june hur books!!!!
but now i have nothing as an excuse to procrastinate :/
also note: now i need to watch a sappy kdrama omg this is my excuse (our beloved summer rewatch!!)
great book
loved the story and the mystery and the characters and now i’m gonna go check out some other june hur books!!!!
but now i have nothing as an excuse to procrastinate :/
also note: now i need to watch a sappy kdrama omg this is my excuse (our beloved summer rewatch!!)
This is probably my favorite June Hur so far! I really enjoyed the mystery as well as the romance.
Historical fiction/ murder mystery/ romance set in 18th century South Korea. Come for the mystery but stay for the fascinating history, wonderful characters and perfect ending.
An enjoyable and easy read. It’s a quick paced book that takes place over the span of a week or two. The intricacies of politics were present as well as the little plot twist. I enjoyed it and would recommend it to anyone who wants some historical fiction that’s quick paced and has some historical elements embedded in it that is steeped in a rich culture.
Brilliant as always – June Hur weaves such compelling tales of murder, palace intrigue, and court politics in Joseon Korea, layered richly with commentary on class structures and the patriarchy.
With dynamic characters and a fast-moving plot, you can't help but root for Baek-hyeon as she assists the plucky Inspector Seo in the search for the truth about the murders taking place in the capital. I also loved how the theme of family loyalty was explored through Hyeon's relationship with her parents, in parallel with Physician Khun's relationship with his sister and mother.
I've loved all three of June Hur's historical mystery novels – she just doesn't miss – and you can bet I'll be picking up the next one.
With dynamic characters and a fast-moving plot, you can't help but root for Baek-hyeon as she assists the plucky Inspector Seo in the search for the truth about the murders taking place in the capital. I also loved how the theme of family loyalty was explored through Hyeon's relationship with her parents, in parallel with Physician Khun's relationship with his sister and mother.
I've loved all three of June Hur's historical mystery novels – she just doesn't miss – and you can bet I'll be picking up the next one.
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
slow-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Character
Strong character development:
No
Loveable characters:
No
Diverse cast of characters:
Complicated
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
Reads like a kdrama, has the slow burn romance and a well written mystery, what's not to like?
adventurous
dark
emotional
hopeful
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
Plot
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
No
Flaws of characters a main focus:
No