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My Dear Loser: Edge of 17 (T) (BL Side Story)

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  My Dear Loser: Edge of 17 managed to capture the allure of youth in a way that felt very genuine and sincere. The cast did a great job of filling the space with the awkwardness and failed attempts that marks late adolescent (at least in my mind). The story was a little slow to start and really hook my attention, but I'm glad I stuck with it. My 17-year-old self would have eaten plot like this up with all the emotions and drama, but I'm glad I can view it from a much older age and really appreciate the nuances of each character.

Love by Chance 2: A Chance to Love (BL) (T)

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  This sequel/redo of Love by Chance was actually.... not bad. I mean it was a mess at times, but if you are here for TinCan then you are in the right place... Once again, I will not be delving into the drama about the cast, I don't know enough and you can look it up yourself. 

Love By Chance (BL) (T)

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  It was weird having the process the cast adjustments from this series (as compared to TharnType) but overall I really enjoyed this series way more than I thought I would! I'm not going to get into the behind-the-scenes drama with the cast, because I am not informed enough to comment on it, and I don't really know all the details enough to have a real opinion. I am going to just talk about the cast in terms of their acting, etc.  Onward!

Cherry Magic! Thirty Years of Virginity Can Make You a Wizard?! (BL) (J)

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I had heard a lot of good things about this series and am happy to report that it did not disappoint. This one is super cute fluff and it's fairly comical without being way too over the top. The characters are some of the purest, most wholesome people and I would protect them with my life. Plus, this series has one of the best titles I have ever heard in my life. 

Cupid's Last Wish (BL) (T)

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As expected from EarthMix, this series was super cute!!! It had a lot of comedy, some drama, and it was not too heavy on the stress. Plus, it had the best scene I have ever watched of a man trapped in a woman's body experiencing a period. Pure gold....

TharnType (BL) (T)

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TharnType Honestly, this show is so popular and recommended but it took me several tries and many many months to finally get my way through it..... That being said, I think I liked it? CW/TW: mentions of child sexual abuse, rape, toxic/abusive relationships.

Until We Meet Again (BL) (T)

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  This drama was h e a v y but it was sooooooo good and I loved all the couples in it (although I need more than WinTeam crumbs omg). The story got dark (started dark) but there was absolutely so much LOVE in it. You could feel the caring between the characters and it was very emotional. LOVED IT.  TRIGGER/CONTENT WARNING: Mentions of suicide (also depicted in the drama). 

Semantic Error (BL)

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  This drama was SO CUTE.  Korean BL dramas just keep getting better and better...

Spotlight: Nam Joo-Hyuk

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  Nam Joo-Hyuk!!!! (2/22/1994)

Secret Royal Inspector & Joy

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  The heroes in this story are some of the most pure characters ever. They are wonderful and I want to be friends with them all! This show was a fun, feminist romp that packs emotional punches without dragging you down too heavily. So enjoyable!

Lovely Writer: The Series (BL) (T)

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  This series is just so hard to put into the words that I want to. It was an absolutely transcendental BL series. The story was a strong commentary on the world of BL, all while delivering one the THE BEST BL partnerships I have ever seen portrayed. Honestly, standing ovation for the writer, the entire production, and Up and Kao for bring Gene and Sib to life in such a beautiful and moving (and lovely) way.

Spotlight: Gong Yoo

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GONG. YOO. And no, I didn't just discover his glorious face in Squid Games, although that was a treat of a cameo. 

My Beautiful Man (BL) (J)

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Short and sweet, this was a cute bite-size drama about a beautiful man and his "creepy" stalker --- don't worry - he was joking. Kind of. 

Oxygen: The Series (BL) (T)

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  I mean, has there ever been a better ship name than GuitarxSolo?

Spotlight: Lee Jong-Suk

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  Lee Jong-Suk (9/14/1989)

Introverted Boss; My Shy Boss

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  Introverted Boss stood out for me for a few reasons, but only a few. Those reasons were kind of great however, and the show ended much stronger than it began. Overall, the drama was a little too angsty yet mild for my taste.  BTW - the soundtrack has some great tracks - check it out.  TW/CW: Self-harm, suicide, social anxiety.

Dali and Cocky Prince

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  Dali and Cocky Prince was cute... Overall... fine? I can't quite place my finger on it, but something about this drama was lacking. It was cute and fairly light, but not something I would really recommend in general.