A review by katiemack
Heart and Seoul by Jen Frederick

emotional inspiring lighthearted reflective fast-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

3.25

This reads like a K-drama with its charm and sense of drama (which, to be clear, I enjoy). The writing is a little cringey (some bad one-liners and a lot of telling rather than showing) and I'm a little peeved by the lack of HEA/HFN (though I guess there's a sequel...), but it's a quick and fairly engaging read. Hara's discovery of her own identity in Seoul and unpacking the trauma of adoption makes for a relatable and compelling story. 
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