This is a revamped version that offers better plot structure, improved grammar, improved writing, improved character portrayal, and an overall more enjoyable book. - - - Kessie Yoon was thrust into the spotlight as a young girl, forced by her abusive father into the high-pressure world of K-pop. Behind the glamour of fame lies a dark truth-her father, Nicholas Yoon, is a controlling, violent man who sees Kessie as nothing more than a tool for his ambitions. Her mother, Dyanna, passive and complicit, turns a blind eye, encouraging Kessie to endure the torment for the sake of the family's success. From the age of 13, Kessie was conditioned to live in fear, burdened with the weight of perfection, and trained to be the idol everyone wanted her to be-everyone except herself. Now, as a rising star, Kessie struggles with the scars of her past. The demands of the industry are suffocating, and the emotional wounds left by her father's abuse run deep. On the outside, she is the perfect idol, but inside, she battles feelings of worthlessness, anger, and betrayal. Everything changes when she crosses paths with Chris Brown, an artist who exudes confidence and freedom-the very things Kessie longs for but has never had. Drawn to Chris's magnetic personality, Kessie begins to experience a world outside of the control and expectations placed on her. However, their relationship is complicated by power dynamics, her unresolved trauma, and the public eye that watches her every move. As Kessie starts to break free from her father's grasp, she is forced to confront her painful past, discover her own voice, and figure out what she truly wants in life and love. This story is a journey of self-discovery, healing, and the battle for personal freedom against all odds, set against the backdrop of fame, music, and the darker side of the K-pop industry. ☆
8 parts