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Shine by Jessica Jung

3.0

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As an amateur kpop stan, I loved getting a take on the trainee process from someone who actually experienced it. It was also nice getting a somewhat authentic view of the culture in Korea and the challenges that Rachel faced being from America. However I did find some of the manipulative plot elements to be cliche and predictable. But ultimately I'm excited to read the next book, so it paid off!