I had a total love-hate relationship with this K-drama! There were moments when I was like, "Oh yes, I love it!" and then times when it all felt like a blur, so my feelings were definitely inconsistent.

What I really loved about "Love Next Door" was the story. Some parts felt so well-written and relatable, especially the female lead's journey at her workplace and her struggles with mental health and family expectations. Those themes hit home for me! The issues around family and friendship were portrayed beautifully, and the slice-of-life genre really shone through in those moments.

The characters were another highlight! They were imperfect and flawed, which made them super relatable. My favorite character was definitely Seokryu, the female lead. I connected with her struggles—her work challenges, health issues, and family expectations made her character feel precious. I was rooting for her to get her life together and rediscover herself!

The other characters, like the second male lead Danho, the little kid, the parents, and the brother, were interesting and added charm to the series.

As for the romance, I know some viewers complained about it being slow-burn, but I thought it made sense. The female lead had a lot going on in her life, and it was refreshing to see the characters take their time to heal and sort things out before getting into a relationship.

I adored the romance between the second lead couple, Danho and Moeum. Their little family dynamic with Danho's kid was beautiful to watch, and there were times when they stole the show from the main leads!

I loved the chemistry between both couples. With the main couple, their interactions felt comfortable and natural, giving me a sense of comfort, even if I wouldn't say they had that sizzling chemistry. It was evident in their interactions, but I think they had more chemistry off-screen in behind-the-scenes moments and interviews than on-screen.

The chemistry between the second lead couple was cute, too. I loved their contrasting personalities—one being outspoken while the other was quiet and reserved. They had such adorable chemistry!

Plus, I really appreciated the cinematography and the original soundtracks; they added to the overall experience of the show.

However, I think what turned me off sometimes was the length of the episodes. Some episodes were good, but others felt a bit blurry. The one hour and almost 30 minutes duration per episode might have motivated the writer to include more content that should have been avoided, making some episodes come off as draggy for me. And that's where the love-hate relationship with the drama comes in for me.

Overall, "Love Next Door" had its ups and downs, but the relatable themes, well-written characters, and charming romances made it worth watching. Do I recommend this? Maybe. It's a good drama, just don't go in with lots of expectations. It had its highs and lows for me.

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