Book 1: The Memory Bookshop by Song Yu-jeong (Author), Shanna Tan (Translator)
Tender, thoughtful, and deeply compassionate, this story explores grief with remarkable care. Rather than dwelling on regrets or “what ifs,” it gently nudges us toward the present moment: to live in the present and love in the present, even when loss makes both feel impossible.
It’s a quiet, comforting reminder that healing isn’t about rewriting the past. It’s about finding reasons to keep turning the page.
And a special mention for the author’s note, which added an extra layer of warmth and sincerity to an already beautiful reading experience.
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Book 2: The Name Drop by Susan Lee
The Name Drop was such a fun read.
The mistaken identity/name confusion premise was ridiculous in the best way. Was it a little implausible? Absolutely. Did I happily go along with it anyway? Also absolutely. What I enjoyed most, though, were the different family dynamics woven throughout the story. They gave the book a lot of heart and made the characters feel more real beyond the romance.
Speaking of the romance… it was cute, but I honestly wanted more of it. There just weren’t enough Elijah and Jessica moments for me. I kept waiting for more scenes between them because their chemistry was one of my favorite parts of the book.
And can we talk about Elijah’s sister? Because I would very happily read her story next.
A light, entertaining rom-com that’s perfect when you’re in the mood for something sweet, funny, and a little bit chaotic.
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Book 3: XOXO & ASAP by Axie Oh
XOXO and ASAP were exactly what I expected them to be: fun, fast-paced reads with plenty of K-pop flavor.
As someone who follows K-pop, there were definitely a few moments that required a generous suspension of disbelief. Some aspects of the industry and idol life felt a little too convenient to be entirely convincing.
That said, I really enjoyed the cultural elements woven into both stories, especially the parts that went beyond the K-pop setting itself. Those details added warmth and personality to the books.
Neither novel asks for a huge emotional investment, and sometimes that’s exactly what you’re in the mood for. They’re light, entertaining reads that are easy to fly through in a couple of sittings.
Perfect for K-pop fans looking for a fun fictional escape and a dose of romance along the way.
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