Murder Notes (2023)

Simple, interesting plot for pastime

A short suspense, investigation drama that kept me interested.
The main characters are efficient with their jobs, and whilst there is chemistry between the 2, it is not heavily emphasised and the main story flow is still focused on the case investigations. Although there were only 2 cases, they were really enjoyable and kept me immersed in suspense every step of the way. since it was only 12 eps, it was also just the right length to prevent people from getting bored and burnt out. I also loved the way scenes were filmed, with cinematography and colour grading just right to fit a suspenseful atmosphere.

1 point deducted for certain impractical scenarios and extra sound effects; Personnel related directly to the deceased and possible suspects could participate in investigations & some sound effects were very purposefully added. Another 0.5 point deducted was for the s*xual scenes that seemed really unnecessary (it did successfully give me goosebumps if that was the intention) which felt very extra and really stuck out from the plot.

The final review is that it's worth watching if you wish to keep yourself entertained with a show that is interesting and packed. But if you're looking for shows with deep-rooted plots and well-written background stories, this might be too short for you (after all it's only a web drama)!

See you next time, peach

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Simple,intruiguing plotline.Has elements of suspense and surprise.

The plot is suspenseful and keeps one guessing.There are 2 cases and both of them are intriguing and engaging.
What is disappointing is the ending.Not of how the mystery and the truth about what had actually happened and how the case truths were revealed. That was well brought out.
What was a let down was how Fu Yao Yao was able to get away with how much those three civilians had to go through to save themselves because of her blatant misuse of her position as the lead captain and public resources.Those three had to go through so much additional hardships even after the rescue team reached the site only and only because of her actions. She had in the initial episode asked Jiang Zuo An to stay away from the the investigation of that case since the actor victim was known to him. Then what about what she did during the second case. She kept snapping at anyone who tired to point out any facts regarding Zhong Shen Gao. What enpowers her to continue in her position and use public resources to ensure that her love interest and friend Zhong Shen Gao kept getting away with criminal acts. She should have at the least been shown to have been suspended and losing her rank. Being the lead does not enpower her to get away with everything. If it was not for Jiang Zuo An and the rest of the team who handled everything Zhong Shen Gao would have goten away scott free.

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