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Title (4/5)

It is an appropriate title but you could choose something more relevant to the topic of arranged marriages or even something that was centered around Ji Eun since she seems like the main character.
 
Foreward/Description (6/10)
 
You might want to include some content from the first chapter here instead; maybe a one-liner about the fact that she once had a boyfriend, that Baek Hyun is someone she doesnt like; ie rude instead of boring because you used that word on him later. I like that you add the content from chapter one because it will induce some suspense amongst your readers.
 
Appearance (4/5)
 
It is an ok looking suitable poster.
 
Plot (10/15)
 
I like the idea in general. Very unique and interesting with a lot of potential in terms of story and character development.
 
However; it could be partially due to your grasp of the english language that is slightly hindering you from reaching the full potential of detailed description. For instance, more could be done in building up the relationship between Ji Eun and Minhyuk; the deep affection she has for him despite the cold and abusive treatment she receives. This would make us hate Minhyuk and empathize with Ji Eun and have in insight into her deep love for him. This will help because if in the future chapters you wish to make Ji Eun defend Minhyuk, you have to sort of make the readers understand why; which is due to that undying love. 
 
A lot of work needs to be put in in the Ji Eun and Baek Hyun relationship build-up as well. We need to know how exactly they were to each other before the annoucement that they were betrothed to each other. I don't quite get the immense hatred Ji Eun has against Minhyuk as well so maybe more details in the first part would be helpful especially as we walk through how their feelings towards each other will change progressively.
 
Lots of potential here so hwaiting!
 
Originality (13/15)
 
Cute idea as I mentioned above. Arranged marriages always leave a lot of room for emotional development amongst the characters.
 
Grammer & Spelling (15/20)
 
This may be your weak point but I would prefer more content/details in your story development.
 
Flow (8/10)
 
Relatively well done but the pace is rather fast; you can lengthen each event more.
 
Characterization (6/10)
 
As mentioned above, more effort to be put in in bringing out the emotions and relationship individually and between characters.
 
Overall Enjoyment (8/10)
 
Could be better written but loved the plot.
 
Reviewed by: eunhyuksgal

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ThanhXuan
#1
Chapter 135: Thanks for the review ♡
Amalya
#2
Chapter 134: Thank you for taking the time to review my story oohkatsoo. I didn't mind the wait and getting the additional perspective was a good thing in the end. ;)
I have been warned about the too many characters too quickly thing in a previous review and have yet to try and fix that, but duly noted again. haha As for the capitalization issue, I think I was going for that fairly bizarre context (in English anyway) where you capitalize some of the terms when they refer to very specific named creatures (Namjoon's father as a Titan (Perses in his back story) versus titans as a race). Likewise for chimaera though that one was never meant to be capitalized. The only one I really had an issue with in writing was actually Cyclops and that was because my spell checker kept saying the lowercase spelling was wrong. >.> lol
I will certainly consider adding more descriptions or definitions for some of the harder to grasp terms, such as what a titan actually is, in the future. I was much better about doing that in my Norse mythology story to be honest. lol I'm pretty sure the time crunch to finish it before the deadline made me sloppy here.
The game they played was meant to sort of parallel a crude cross between more modern day football (in the US) as evidenced by the in-story name, which is a fairly barbaric sport to begin with, and the gladiator events of ancient Greece and Rome, which were very barbaric events in which the competitors often died. As for the sudden appearance of the monster, I'm not sure I can actually fix that one, or if I want to at the moment. I'll think it over and see what comes of it, but either way, I do appreciate the review all the same.
It's especially nice to confirm what I am able to do well in the story just as much as it's good to be aware of what can be smoothed out more. So again, thank you for the review. I hope my comment might be able to help explain things a bit more in turn but I shall credit you and the shop immediately. ^_^
aya-ELF
#3
Chapter 4: Hi!! I have a question, do you guys only do reviews for completed stories??
libianno
#4
Chapter 128: Thank you for the review on Chasing Pavements. I appreciate you straight forward and honest opinions. I will use the pointers you have provided me well :)
funkybastard
#5
Chapter 12: Hii, I just start writing and i really want to improve my skill and i like how blunt and forward this review shop is ^^. How do i request from the shop?
thelittleluhan
#6
Chapter 113: Thank you for the review! I didn't expect what you gave me, I was honestly thinking it would be a lot worse. I'll definitely keep in mind what you said about Title and Appearance. I did feel the same about the title being less focused on the main character when you mentioned it, so that's definitely something I'll work on. I might see if I can change the title to a more fitting one (but I'm soooo bad at titles >_<). Thank you again for taking the time to review my story. You don't know how much it means to me that you at least enjoyed it ^_^
sorindae_
#7
Chapter 110: This review really hurt my feelings. But it's okay. I know of I have to improve my grammar. Thank you for helping review this story.
ZiahZiah
#8
Thank you so much for the review! (honestly, I thought I'd get worse) hahaha I'll change that grammar error soon. I'm so glad you pointed that out. :) by the way, may I ask who my reviewer was? I wanted to credit them in my Foreword! Thank you! :D
-dulcet
#9
Chapter 84: Oh thank you for the review. I'll credit you indeed I'll keep your tips in mind. Thank you :)