The design and UX isn't done, Rob and Abbie, okkurrrr! 😌
theuncannydani's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.75
Graphic: Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Sexism, Xenophobia, Domestic abuse, Car accident, Colonisation, Hate crime, Kidnapping, Physical abuse, Racism, Pregnancy, Toxic relationship, Gaslighting, Classism, and Bullying
Moderate: Alcohol, Death of parent, Incest, Violence, Religious bigotry, Toxic friendship, Injury/Injury detail, Rape, Drug use, Infidelity, Alcoholism, Car accident, Cursing, Sexual violence, Medical content, Sexual assault, Sexual content, and Stalking
Minor: Stalking, Grief, Fatphobia, and Drug abuse
asourceoffiction's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? No
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.0
I liked the central characters and their story, and I absolutely loved the settings and learning more about tradition and cuisine in Singapore and the surrounding areas. But while the film made me oddly fascinated by the mega rich, their opulent lifestyles and their fabulous clothes, when reading it felt like that level of awe was lost. I struggled to get through the passages describing the endless designer fashion and decor, and would glaze over a bit at those long sections; even if they were intended to be a little mocking. I also struggled to keep all the characters straight, though I suspect that was partly intentional to try and highlight the huge, sprawling and interconnected families that made up Singapore's elite.
That said, as the drama ramped up from about half way through, I found I was much more engaged. I couldn't stand many of the characters (and I don't think I was supposed to), but I loved the contrast with people like Astrid and Peik Lin - who were so easy to love by comparison, despite their vast wealth. It was an interesting read and I'd like to finish the series, but it seemed to translate better to film for me.
Minor: Violence
laurajeangrace's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
3.5
Moderate: Alcohol, Animal cruelty, Toxic relationship, Sexual content, Drug use, Infidelity, Toxic friendship, Sexism, and Racism
Minor: Violence, Sexual violence, Racial slurs, Homophobia, Car accident, Domestic abuse, and Adult/minor relationship
lazypotatobean's review against another edition
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
Minor: Animal cruelty, Physical abuse, Racial slurs, and Violence