Mary M

EDIT: 8 episodes in and this drama is a must watch! Loving the suspense and intrigue, and the chemistry between the main leads. Captivating first 2 episodes, certainly caught my attention. Lee Joon-Gi dominates the screen with his superb acting skills. From swoon worthy perfect husband/father to creepy possible psychopath with a slight change of expression. Really want to believe that it's not as it all seems despite how suspicious LJG looks and the murders/kidnappings surrounding him. His character looks like he has Alexithymia (an inability to feel, identify or describe emotions experienced by oneself or others) which comes across as quite creepy (the scene of him watching YouTube tutorials on facial expressions for different emotions and his attempt to smile was amazing and creepy). Superb casting with Moon ChaeWon, their chemistry explodes out of the screen from the very start of episode 1. Can't wait for the story to unfold. So far based on these first 2 episodes would Highly Recommend -Powerful acting, great directing, interesting and unique plot, lots of suspense!!

FANTASTIC drama so far, not a single boring moment (up to episode 6 atm). Not your average cliche rom-com. Script is very witty (written by Park Ji-eun a.k.a same genius behind My Love from the Star), plot interesting and well paced, great directing (same director as Romance is a Bonus Book and Life on Mars) cinematography amazing (some filming in Mongolia, Switzerland, and use of CGI for NK Pyongyang buildings), acting and chemistry absolutely on point, perfect balance between humour, romance, action and intrigue with a touch of politics. Insight into the difference of life in NK vs SK, although probably not completely realistic, still very interesting and thought provoking. Son Ye-jin and Hyun Bin are fantastic veteran actors and it shows. Dating rumours aside, they look very comfortable with each other and their chemistry is through the roof. Both characters exude charm, warmth and depth and their humour comes across effortlessly. You will absolutely fall in love with them and the supporting characters (Hyun Bins men and the NK village women) are a joy to watch. Their bantering and references to SK k-dramas is hilarious! Great casting all round! The only bad thing about this drama is the excruciating wait for the next episode. Drama is so good that I re-watch episodes during the wait!! So do yourself a favour and watch this drama! Watch it if you are a Son Ye-Jin and/or Hyun Bin fan (you'll definitely become a fan after watching them). Watch it if you are already a quality rom-com K-drama fan. Watch it if you are a K-drama first timer, this will be the one that will get you hooked (although you may not appreciate the hilarity of the K-drama references made by the NK soldier who secretly watches them online).