Moonlight

Recently watched this Chinese contemporary romance drama for the third time after finishing the two lead actors' second collaboration - Love Game in Eastern Fantasy. This drama is still as sweet, uplifting and healing the third time round, and is my go-to cure whenever I fall into a slump.

The story may contain a few familiar plot points but the excellent chemistry between Esther Yu and Ding Yuxi made a somewhat predictable storyline refreshing and interesting. Watching their interactions made the show more engaging and enjoyable.

The background of the publishing industry also made for an interesting foil to the romance developing between writer and editor.

OMG, Moonlight is SUCH a GEM!!! This drama is EVERYTHING-sweet, fun, and full of heart! Zhou Chuan and Chu Li's love story? ABSOLUTELY ADORABLE!!! But wait, it's not just about romance; it also gives a super cool inside look at the publishing world, showing how editors and writers work together (LOVE THIS!!). And Zhou Chuan??? The MOST loyal bf ever!!! No other girl stands a CHANCE, he only has eyes for Chu Li!! AND SHE TRUSTS HIM COMPLETELY-no jealousy, no drama, just pure love!! The way they support each other is SO WHOLESOME!! UGH, my heart is SO full!! This drama is like a warm hug-10/10, MUST-WATCH, and 100% REWATCHING!!!

If you are expecting plot twists and turns, it is not going to happen. I'm two thirds through and everything is on schedule. Absolutely nothing new. But this show is very good and worth the watch. The writing is sharp and well carried out to a very predictable script. The actors and their chemistry, along with good writing make a mediocre 5 show a 9. I have become fully invested in the characters. I'm eagerly watching for the pretty predictable conclusion. I'm also eagerly awaiting the comeuppance of the bad guys. I've seen hundreds of this type of bad guy, self serving, greedy and very shallow-not evil. The look at the industry of publishing is interesting. The relationship of editors to authors is fundamental. I suspect it is more true in concept than fact, but the basic relationship between editor and author and the publisher are shown. This is a fun show to watch. It is light hearted and funny on serious dynamics of a cut throat industry. You will not be disappointed. Enjoy.