18 reviews
STOP! ...at the 15th episode....
Pretty good romcom..... unti the end!!
So no spoilers but the end is not good. After 16 episodes , I feel the ending was rushed, sloppy, & disappointing. It should have ended much better. The writers really messed up a good show with a dumb ending.
- mrsgatorbranch1217
- Sep 21, 2021
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Funny, worth watching, ending could have been better though
Had this on my watchlist forever and kept putting it off; finally watched it and sorry I didn't watch it sooner as I found it to be really funny and fun to watch which I wasn't expecting by the description. It had quite a few recognizable actors which is really something since I am from the US and don't know that many. The male lead I recognized from other dramas and he plays a good CEO. I enjoyed the real estate theme and actually enjoyed the home tours and value estimates on the homes which seemed to be really nice houses and for good prices. The romance was there however the kiss scenes could have been a little better - just touching lips doesn't count for a leading man kiss - I would suggest male leads that want to up their popularity do a study on kisses from Lee Min-ho; a little more effort. Also would have liked to see a little better ending scripted. But all in all a funny drama worth watching.
- PalmBeachG
- Jan 4, 2023
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Good Enough
Korean Drama "Monthly Magazine Home" is a slice of life drama with a fun couple as the main focus.
The drama offers enough cute moments, like the colourful tips on how to save money in order to buy a house. The main couple was, in addition, the biggest provider of these moments as well, especially the male lead, who was frustrating at times, but funny and enjoyable overall. The romance was also pretty sweet, but the progress was messy and close to a slow burn. The love triangle was not well handled either. Still, the side characters were interesting enough to keep things aloof and entertaining when the romance was failing to live up to its potentials.
However, what makes this drama not as good as it should have been, even though it checked all the boxes of an enemies to lovers trop, is that it is forgettable, as it didn't offer anything special, and the ending was bad. The latter was open, confused things for no real reason and it was just ridiculous. Plus, looking back, the drama didn't really leave any impression, nor had anything to say. It was just an office rom com with no sufficient plot.
So, overall, 6 out of 10.
The drama offers enough cute moments, like the colourful tips on how to save money in order to buy a house. The main couple was, in addition, the biggest provider of these moments as well, especially the male lead, who was frustrating at times, but funny and enjoyable overall. The romance was also pretty sweet, but the progress was messy and close to a slow burn. The love triangle was not well handled either. Still, the side characters were interesting enough to keep things aloof and entertaining when the romance was failing to live up to its potentials.
However, what makes this drama not as good as it should have been, even though it checked all the boxes of an enemies to lovers trop, is that it is forgettable, as it didn't offer anything special, and the ending was bad. The latter was open, confused things for no real reason and it was just ridiculous. Plus, looking back, the drama didn't really leave any impression, nor had anything to say. It was just an office rom com with no sufficient plot.
So, overall, 6 out of 10.
- PennyReviews
- Jan 11, 2022
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STOP!
I needed to rate this a solid ten. I love Kdrama series, but frankly, some of them seem to either loose their luster midway or simply get bogged down or repetitive trying to make the 16 episodes. To me, I found such delight in every episode. Always a new twist, a new adventure, a new relationship to iron out awaited me. So, I laughed, smiled, and clapped my hands throughout everyone of the sixteen episodes. I thought the selection of actors and actresses was absolutely perfect and every one added a special something to look forward to. Since I need to complain about something, it would be that I don't understand why the short hair "assistant" always had a black mask worn below her chin. Secondly, there is one relationship that was left unresolved. One of the perfectly delightful aspects of many Kdramas is concurrent relationships that I so much enjoy watching develop and this series nailed that.
I also wanted to say that I watched this on Amazon Prime. Prime has a horrible dearth of Kdramas and really needs to up their game. Having said that, three of the my very favorite Kdramas have been on Amazon: Hogus's Love, Flower boy next door, and now Monthly Magazine Home. We need more Amazon, Please!
I also wanted to say that I watched this on Amazon Prime. Prime has a horrible dearth of Kdramas and really needs to up their game. Having said that, three of the my very favorite Kdramas have been on Amazon: Hogus's Love, Flower boy next door, and now Monthly Magazine Home. We need more Amazon, Please!
- robstjohn-20536
- Apr 19, 2023
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Very good but needs a few changes
Sweet Series So Far
- KdramaInStudio
- Nov 11, 2022
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Full package of perfect casting, script and OST!
One of my most fav drama for this year. Not only good acting and script but it also has so many beautiful quotes/lines that warmed my heart and funny scenes to brighten my days. Completed with great OST. All songs in this drama took part in perfect scenes and I love all of them. I also learned so much from this series like how to saving money and start thinking more serious about future. Super recommended!
A light hearted drama
I love this drama so much. The drama has all the features you may be looking for a fresh, light-hearted drama, a heart-warming story, a slight pinch of mystery, and the perfect balance of Rom-Com theme. The drama has been entertaining, informative and keeping the pace of the storyline perfect.
It focuses not only on the main leads but also on the stories of the supporting casts. It shows the struggle of each character, how they have been going through because of housing issues.
I laughed, I cried and learned valuable life's lessons like money saving tips, cost cutting measures, information about real estate, etc.
I highly recommend this drama to the young generation for them to realize the importance of money savings at an early stage of life and even to the oldies in preparation of their retirement period.
JungSomin's versatility is superb as there is a complexity of emotions here. Her eyes and facial expressions speak more than words. The best acting is not just in crying but also in other emotions a person felt like when you are angry, surprised, frightened, happy, sad, etc.
JungSoMin is truly the rom-com queen...
It focuses not only on the main leads but also on the stories of the supporting casts. It shows the struggle of each character, how they have been going through because of housing issues.
I laughed, I cried and learned valuable life's lessons like money saving tips, cost cutting measures, information about real estate, etc.
I highly recommend this drama to the young generation for them to realize the importance of money savings at an early stage of life and even to the oldies in preparation of their retirement period.
JungSomin's versatility is superb as there is a complexity of emotions here. Her eyes and facial expressions speak more than words. The best acting is not just in crying but also in other emotions a person felt like when you are angry, surprised, frightened, happy, sad, etc.
JungSoMin is truly the rom-com queen...
- chinggerald
- Jul 24, 2021
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Too many tropes: SPOILER ALERT!
- kimberlyholcomb
- Jun 6, 2023
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Very good show
The best rom-com
Reviewing after watching whole drama
TBH,this drama deserves morethan jst 5stars..Every character in dis drama will remember for long time❤
If you are fed up wth all suspense/action dramas,surely this drama will help you From Starting to ending,there was not even a single boring scene
Jungsomin and kimjiseok wow what a cute pair 😍😍😍😍
If you are fed up wth all suspense/action dramas,surely this drama will help you From Starting to ending,there was not even a single boring scene
Jungsomin and kimjiseok wow what a cute pair 😍😍😍😍
- lsanthikumar
- Jul 24, 2021
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house +love = home
If you want to rest after a hard workday, you will be here. That nice drama brings joy despite some sad moments which be bound to in any tales. I do like this topic of to arrange own home by own way. The creators could tell about people their wish to have a home where the loving persons being together.
- rugby-13167
- Aug 4, 2021
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waste of time
- ananyasinha-88885
- May 13, 2024
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Superb Comedy Series!!!
Comedy wise, this series is just incredibly well-done. Some of the best laugh-out-loud moments. Another specialized series built around real estate and the current housing crisis. An eye opener that doesn't steer off its intended genre. The romance part of this series fuels comedy which is the heart of any rom-com movie or series. A must see series!!!
Let them be happy.
- hannahdee-45838
- Mar 15, 2024
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It's a fun series that makes you feel comfortable watching it.
I like the story of this series. It's fun. Warmth in the relationship between couples ,colleagues, seniors and juniors I learned about buying a house. How to save money and saw various home decoration styles There may be conflict with some male characters in the office. I felt tired of him, but the kindness, cuteness, and gentleness of the female lead Makes the story look cute and not stressful. If the ending was edited a little more, it would be perfect. I don't like that ending. I hope they can be together. They didn't have to be separated for that long. It made me sad for a moment. It's good that it's still considered a happy ending.
It was good, not great
There was a lot of back and forth between the main characters. It did roll along charmingly until the 16th episode that tanked the whole series. Why the writers chose this direction is beyond me. Considering this came out during the pandemic, I think people wanted a happier ending. Isn't that the purpose of a rom com? It was such a downer to watch the last episode. If you plan on watching this, stop at episode 15. Also with these dramas, I am not sure why the main characters are so virginal into their 40's? This also would not be a K-rom-com without the slow awkward kisses, catching a falling girl, and the all important piggyback rides. Ending would have earned a better star review if it was written better.
- princessandthepeabody
- Sep 21, 2024
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