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• softchinatown46

  Overall 10

  Story 10,  Acting 10,  Music 10,  Rewatch Value 10

  OMG, let me spill the tea about this lakorn I just watched - it was FIRE! I'm a sucker for country-side dramas, and this one blew my mind. It was totally cute and not your typical slap-and-kiss kind of series with a messy plot. Nope, this show was like, "Sorry, no drama here, we're all about progress!" So here's the scoop: you've got a rich girl with major mommy and daddy issues (shocker), and she crosses paths with a country guy. At first, things aren't...

  exactly smooth between them, but it's not toxic or anything. The female lead was a boss, seriously. She had a consistent personality - sometimes a jerk, sometimes a sweetheart. She knew when to take a stand, and I loved her for that. The male lead was amazing too - sweet, sensitive, and tough. Talk about relationship goals! The chemistry between them was off the charts, and I was totally here for it. Even the "villains" weren't unbearable, and the supporting characters brought some comedic relief. The families added some complications, especially the mom, who could be a bit annoying. But overall, the cast rocked it. Euro, the leading man, was handsome and consistent with his acting. And can we talk about Khao, the little girl? She's a future star, mark my words. Prapye, the "annoying" girl, did a fantastic job too - she nailed the role. The OST was on point, and the extras were insane. You can find them on Apple Music if you're interested. I would totally watch this lakorn again, maybe with friends or family. It was that good. I had a range of emotions - no disappointment or anger, just tears and pure enjoyment. I binged it in a day because I couldn't get enough. The ending was maybe a tad rushed, but overall, I can't complain. This show was a major highlight for me this year, a top-tier series. Trust me, you won't regret watching it.

• fiercekate59

  Overall 9.5

  Story 9,  Acting 9.5,  Music 10,  Rewatch Value 8.5

  So, let's talk about this lakorn, but before that, be warned, there might be some spoilers ahead. Okay, now that we got that out of the way, let's get into it.
  
  First things first, I gotta say the high grades for this lakorn are not because it's the best thing that ever happened in the Thai industry. I mean, come on, there's a lot of other stuff out there that I haven't even seen. But here's the thing, people need to understand what to expect from...

  a lakorn. It's not like those Korean dramas that try to please everyone around the world. Nope, lakorns are more focused on their own people and sometimes other Asian countries.
  
  But hey, one thing I really appreciate about this lakorn is its consistency. Sure, it has some cliches, but they're not annoying. The storyline sticks to its guns until the end, most of the characters are likable, and the chemistry between the main characters is on point. Plus, the actors really nail their roles.
  
  The supporting characters are fun too, and they don't steal too much screen time from the main ones. That's always a big plus for me. But you know what I loved the most? The female lead. I've seen similar characters in other shows, but they often change so much throughout the story that you barely recognize them. But not this time. The FL, she may change her attitude towards life, but she never loses her fierce personality. Even at her lowest, she's always wise and sees the best in people. I admire how she always fights back and can't be fooled by anyone.
  
  And let's not forget about the male lead, or "P'raek" as they call him. What a cute guy! He and the "N'aek" (the female lead) make such a great couple. Is it just me, or do you also fall for a guy who can show his vulnerabilities? I mean, come on, who doesn't love that? I also appreciate that even when he's mad at the FL, he always listens to her, no matter what. That's some serious relationship goals right there. Although, I gotta say, their break-up felt a bit unnecessary, but I still liked how he always supported her, even when they weren't together.
  
  Now, let's talk about the ending. It felt a little rushed, to be honest. And I think the N'aek deserved a better apology from the people on the farm. Oh, and the N'aek's parents, their relationship could have been explored more. The actors had great chemistry, so it would have been nice to see more of them. The last scene was a bit meh too. But you know what? Those flaws don't ruin the lakorn for me. It still keeps you interested until the end, and if you're a fan of lakorns, it's definitely worth a watch.