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gays0up's review
adventurous
funny
hopeful
inspiring
lighthearted
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? No
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Lesbophobia, Homophobia, Biphobia, and Sexism
caelinsullivan's review
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
5.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia and Sexism
zombiezami's review against another edition
emotional
funny
hopeful
fast-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
Content Warnings
Graphic: Homophobia, Lesbophobia, Outing, Sexism, Misogyny, and Stalking
Moderate: Xenophobia
Minor: War and Alcohol
perpetualpages's review
adventurous
challenging
funny
hopeful
informative
lighthearted
reflective
fast-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
CWs: Instances of sexism, misogyny, and online harassment; some experiences of xenophobia and homophobia; and discussion of public outing.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Misogyny, Homophobia, Sexism, and Xenophobia
Minor: Outing
elwirax'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? No
3.5
Rep- Korean-American Bi MC, Korean lesbian LI, Korean Pan Side Character, all Korean cast.
“So please, support your queer friends and family. And if you’re queer, love yourself. Please don’t subscribe to outdated values. Young people like you and me can make a difference. We need to stand up for what we think is right.”
Flip the Script was a heartfelt love letter to K-Dramas and Korean movies. It was also a hopeful story for queer Korean individuals who unfortunately do not get the media representation they deserve.
I loved all the supportive people in this book such as Hana's parents and her manager, Sophia.The overall message was really powerful and I admired Hana, Minjee and Bryan's bravery to stand up for themselves and fight back against a homophobic industry and society.
Thankfully the love triangle wasn't really a thing and instead we got a beautiful friendship between Hana, Minjee and Bryan. I loved their individual characters, Bryan really grew on me, Minjee was sweet and Hana was a great lead (thinking about her love for food while filming a romantic scene and then gagging at the idea of dating Bryan was hilarious). If anything I wish Minjee's character was a bit more developed and stood out a bit more in the story.
I though Hana and Minjee were dead cute but I don't think their relationship was as substantial as it could've been for me to be fully invested in their love (maybe because their friendship was established off page). That being said, I appreciated the LGBTQIA+ representation, in a conservative country such as Korea it's great seeing queer joy presented in a realistic manner. The ending was also just the cutest and most hopeful thing ever, as the author says "queer teens deserve happy endings".
Overall, a very sweet and heartwarming book that tackles some very important issues. It was cliché in the best way which made for a fast and entertaining read.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Lesbophobia, Homophobia, and Bullying
Moderate: Sexism and Xenophobia
brynn_books's review
inspiring
lighthearted
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
This was a really cute and lighthearted read. It gives off sapphic kdrama vibes and I'm totally here forit. I think the author did a great job with encapsulating kdrama vibes into a book format.
This book was promoted as rivals to lovers but I think it was actually friends to lovers. I think a lot of people also said there was a love triangle in this but there was no love triangle.
I loved all of the lgbtq+ rep and I think all of the characters were great. I just wish that we could have learned more about them. Also, I feel like the romance was very rushed and came out of nowhere. I don't know. I just wish we got more development there.
Overall, this was a very cute read. I would definitely recommend it if you're a fan of kdramas.
This book was promoted as rivals to lovers but I think it was actually friends to lovers. I think a lot of people also said there was a love triangle in this but there was no love triangle.
I loved all of the lgbtq+ rep and I think all of the characters were great. I just wish that we could have learned more about them. Also, I feel like the romance was very rushed and came out of nowhere. I don't know. I just wish we got more development there.
Overall, this was a very cute read. I would definitely recommend it if you're a fan of kdramas.
Content Warnings
Moderate: Sexism, Homophobia, and Bullying
liz_paz's review
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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia and Sexism
betweentheshelves's review against another edition
hopeful
inspiring
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? No
4.0
Hana has always been a huge fan of K-dramas, so she knows exactly what to avoid when she gets to star in one. Especially when she's forced to start fake dating her co-star, Brian Yoon, to help create media buzz for the show. Her co-star who might just be starting to fall in love with her. But Hana is just going to keep to the script.
At least, that's her plan until a new star is brought into the show. A star who might just be taking Hana's place. What Hana doesn't plan on is possibly falling for her new co-star. And their romance is definitely forbidden by those that run the show. Will Hana be able to keep her place in the show, even if she has feelings for her new on screen rival?
Thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for an advanced copy of Flip the Script to review! I absolutely loved I'll Be The One when I read it last year, so I was excited to get my hands on Lee's newest YA. And I am so happy to say that it definitely did not disappoint!
Even though I have never watched a K-drama in my life, I have seen clips and know that Lee nailed that aspect of this book. Lee shows how difficult it can be for these stars to have their own personal lives when the show runners basically make all of their decisions for them. This book really touches on the expectations that Korean culture places on these stars, and I liked that Hana was able to fight against these a bit.
And the characters! Hana, Minjee, and Brian absolutely stole the show. The way they support each other through everything that was going on was so sweet. They also had a few adult characters behind them cheering them on, and I just loved that dynamic. Hana and Minjee's budding relationship felt realistic and adorable and I would read another book about them for sure.
I think the only thing I wanted more of was some of the behind the scenes regarding filming the show. Other than that, you should absolutely add this book to your summer TBR!
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Such a fun read! from the characters to the K-drama, there's a lot to love about this one. Stay tuned for a full review to come soon!
At least, that's her plan until a new star is brought into the show. A star who might just be taking Hana's place. What Hana doesn't plan on is possibly falling for her new co-star. And their romance is definitely forbidden by those that run the show. Will Hana be able to keep her place in the show, even if she has feelings for her new on screen rival?
Thanks to NetGalley and HarperCollins Children's Books for an advanced copy of Flip the Script to review! I absolutely loved I'll Be The One when I read it last year, so I was excited to get my hands on Lee's newest YA. And I am so happy to say that it definitely did not disappoint!
Even though I have never watched a K-drama in my life, I have seen clips and know that Lee nailed that aspect of this book. Lee shows how difficult it can be for these stars to have their own personal lives when the show runners basically make all of their decisions for them. This book really touches on the expectations that Korean culture places on these stars, and I liked that Hana was able to fight against these a bit.
And the characters! Hana, Minjee, and Brian absolutely stole the show. The way they support each other through everything that was going on was so sweet. They also had a few adult characters behind them cheering them on, and I just loved that dynamic. Hana and Minjee's budding relationship felt realistic and adorable and I would read another book about them for sure.
I think the only thing I wanted more of was some of the behind the scenes regarding filming the show. Other than that, you should absolutely add this book to your summer TBR!
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Such a fun read! from the characters to the K-drama, there's a lot to love about this one. Stay tuned for a full review to come soon!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Lesbophobia, Homophobia, and Sexism
utopiastateofmind's review
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.5
(Disclaimer: I received this book from the publisher. This has not impacted my review which is unbiased and honest.)
What I love about Flip the Script is how its soul lies in the characters. The premise of being cast in a K-Drama where your nemesis is actually your maybe crush? That went straight to the heart. Flip the Script is swoony. I loved watching this tentative love bloom. At the same time, Lee does not shy away from the homophobia in the industry. The ways that a crush is never just a crush. It can become a career ender, threatening of our safety, or even just the delicate balancing act of admitting it to someone who might not return our feelings.
Flip the Script tackles very real issues of censorship and the pressures of show business - in connection with homophobia. At the same time, Lee illustrates the pressures of acting. How tentative and tenuous everything feels. The knowledge that our ruin could just be around the corner. Flip the Script highlights the necessity of always hustling, of appeasing our fans, and of maintaining an image. But what room does it leave for love and our personal lives?
What I love about Flip the Script is how its soul lies in the characters. The premise of being cast in a K-Drama where your nemesis is actually your maybe crush? That went straight to the heart. Flip the Script is swoony. I loved watching this tentative love bloom. At the same time, Lee does not shy away from the homophobia in the industry. The ways that a crush is never just a crush. It can become a career ender, threatening of our safety, or even just the delicate balancing act of admitting it to someone who might not return our feelings.
Flip the Script tackles very real issues of censorship and the pressures of show business - in connection with homophobia. At the same time, Lee illustrates the pressures of acting. How tentative and tenuous everything feels. The knowledge that our ruin could just be around the corner. Flip the Script highlights the necessity of always hustling, of appeasing our fans, and of maintaining an image. But what room does it leave for love and our personal lives?
Content Warnings
Moderate: Homophobia and Sexism
btwnprintedpgs's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
inspiring
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? No
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Lesbophobia, Homophobia, and Sexism
Online harassment and bullying
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