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Bad Life #1
불우한 삶-1
*강간, 윤간, 폭력, 학대, 마약과 관련된 자극적인 장면이 다수 있습니다.*
5년 동안 모친에게 감금당한 뒤, 내버려지듯 시골 기숙학교로 전학가게 된 레이몬드. 그는 네 명의 기숙사 룸메이트들과 함께 새로운 학교생활을 시작하는데.
말수가 적고 무뚝뚝하지만 친절한 소년 <시몬>.
사교적이고 활발해 누구에게나 사랑받는 소년 <휴>.
꿍꿍이가 있는 듯한 비밀스러운 소년 <조지>.
그리고, 이제 우리는 <제롬>에 대해 알아야 한다.
<제롬>은 혼자 방을 썼다. 조지 말로는 학생 수가 모자라기 때문이라고 했지만 나는 그 말을 믿지 않았다. 나는 <제롬>을 처음 보았을 때부터 본능적으로 그가 싫었다. 그는 나와 키도 체격도 비슷했지만 어쩐지 나보다 더 크고 강한 인상이었다. 승마를 하는 그의 체구는 늘씬하고 날렵했으며 손이 보통 사람보다 좀 더 컸다.
매일 말을 타기 때문에 그는 승마복을 입고 오는 경우가 많았다. 다리에 딱 달라붙는 하얀 승마용 팬츠와 검은 부츠를 신고, 칼라를 푼 셔츠 차림에 가죽으로 만든 말채찍을 들고 있었다. 나는 특히 그 채찍이 싫었다. <제롬>은 종종 장난이랍시고 채찍 끝에 달린 가죽끈 고리로 휴의 턱 끝을 치켜 올리곤 했는데 그 광경이 몹시 불편했던 것이다.
5년 동안 모친에게 감금당한 뒤, 내버려지듯 시골 기숙학교로 전학가게 된 레이몬드. 그는 네 명의 기숙사 룸메이트들과 함께 새로운 학교생활을 시작하는데.
말수가 적고 무뚝뚝하지만 친절한 소년 <시몬>.
사교적이고 활발해 누구에게나 사랑받는 소년 <휴>.
꿍꿍이가 있는 듯한 비밀스러운 소년 <조지>.
그리고, 이제 우리는 <제롬>에 대해 알아야 한다.
<제롬>은 혼자 방을 썼다. 조지 말로는 학생 수가 모자라기 때문이라고 했지만 나는 그 말을 믿지 않았다. 나는 <제롬>을 처음 보았을 때부터 본능적으로 그가 싫었다. 그는 나와 키도 체격도 비슷했지만 어쩐지 나보다 더 크고 강한 인상이었다. 승마를 하는 그의 체구는 늘씬하고 날렵했으며 손이 보통 사람보다 좀 더 컸다.
매일 말을 타기 때문에 그는 승마복을 입고 오는 경우가 많았다. 다리에 딱 달라붙는 하얀 승마용 팬츠와 검은 부츠를 신고, 칼라를 푼 셔츠 차림에 가죽으로 만든 말채찍을 들고 있었다. 나는 특히 그 채찍이 싫었다. <제롬>은 종종 장난이랍시고 채찍 끝에 달린 가죽끈 고리로 휴의 턱 끝을 치켜 올리곤 했는데 그 광경이 몹시 불편했던 것이다.
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October 21, 2025
The writing style is undeniably one of the best I’ve read from a kr bl novel. This is a very dark novel and heavy in trigger warnings. But due to Baek Nara’s writing style I was immediately hooked on as it helped me glide a bit smoothly through when reading Raymond’s storytelling of the cruelty he went through.
I have never come across such cruelty in a novel before. I felt like I was going to loose my mind especially knowing this is only the beginning as its volume 1. It does make you wonder why someone would write something like this but then you realise, this level of cruelty and power abuse does exist in the real world. Raymond is living in that harsh environment of being tamed into the perfect “pet/dog” for these upper class boys. The characters are really disturbing and they start making you question morality.
Raymond’s fighting spirit and strong desire for revenge definitely helped me carry on with the series. I love strong minded characters with an attitude and how even after the first incident with Jerome, he immediately fought back and never gave up.
I have never come across such cruelty in a novel before. I felt like I was going to loose my mind especially knowing this is only the beginning as its volume 1. It does make you wonder why someone would write something like this but then you realise, this level of cruelty and power abuse does exist in the real world. Raymond is living in that harsh environment of being tamed into the perfect “pet/dog” for these upper class boys. The characters are really disturbing and they start making you question morality.
Raymond’s fighting spirit and strong desire for revenge definitely helped me carry on with the series. I love strong minded characters with an attitude and how even after the first incident with Jerome, he immediately fought back and never gave up.
October 12, 2024
This review is for both vol.1 and vol.2
Warning: read at your own risk. its very heavy, traumatizing, and depressing.
The MC's life took a turn for the worse after meeting the "Top Floor boys of Bluebell," making it a living nightmare. The atmosphere at Bluebell school and the mysterious dorm mates hint at more trouble ahead. Brace yourself for the story's progression as the MC's life changes forever from the moment he stepped foot in the school.
The MC in "불우한삶" has endured a lot before encountering the four MLs, known as the "Top Floor boys of Bluebell," who make his life a living hell. The story's complexity, mysteries surrounding the MLs, unexpected twists and turns, and the MC's unyielding spirit for justice and revenge make for a compelling and emotional read. Despite the disturbing events, the well-written story keeps readers invested in the MC's journey to overcome his tormentors. The novel sheds light on the concepts of right and wrong, good and evil, and the reasons behind people's actions and everything that is happening.
If I pulled my hair, cried, and facepalmed myself a lot while reading Bluebell arc, what's more when I got to Lavenham arc (vol3 & vol4). To compare these two arcs, Lavenham is worse than Bluebell.
Anyway, I don’t condone or glorify the horrible things that happened to the MC. You might wonder why I still gave it 5 stars even though I hated the traumatic parts, but the truth is, the story is really well written. It makes me feel included, it's like the MC is communicating his inner dialogues with the reader and making them show the reality of life.
The manhwa seems to have toned things down for more convenient reading but I highly recommend reading the novel too for more detailed storytelling. It's so worth it.
Warning: read at your own risk. its very heavy, traumatizing, and depressing.
The MC's life took a turn for the worse after meeting the "Top Floor boys of Bluebell," making it a living nightmare. The atmosphere at Bluebell school and the mysterious dorm mates hint at more trouble ahead. Brace yourself for the story's progression as the MC's life changes forever from the moment he stepped foot in the school.
The MC in "불우한삶" has endured a lot before encountering the four MLs, known as the "Top Floor boys of Bluebell," who make his life a living hell. The story's complexity, mysteries surrounding the MLs, unexpected twists and turns, and the MC's unyielding spirit for justice and revenge make for a compelling and emotional read. Despite the disturbing events, the well-written story keeps readers invested in the MC's journey to overcome his tormentors. The novel sheds light on the concepts of right and wrong, good and evil, and the reasons behind people's actions and everything that is happening.
If I pulled my hair, cried, and facepalmed myself a lot while reading Bluebell arc, what's more when I got to Lavenham arc (vol3 & vol4). To compare these two arcs, Lavenham is worse than Bluebell.
Anyway, I don’t condone or glorify the horrible things that happened to the MC. You might wonder why I still gave it 5 stars even though I hated the traumatic parts, but the truth is, the story is really well written. It makes me feel included, it's like the MC is communicating his inner dialogues with the reader and making them show the reality of life.
The manhwa seems to have toned things down for more convenient reading but I highly recommend reading the novel too for more detailed storytelling. It's so worth it.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
October 21, 2024
Bad Life/Unfortunate Life [불우한삶]
[Vol. 1 - 6]
Baek Nara's writing style is unparalleled to other stories with similar themes as Bad Life. Raymond Goodman, as the main character, makes you feel like he's guiding you through, which is a testament to her skill. Her masterful storytelling weaves thought-provoking themes and characters, and it has hooked me despite initial reservations and evoked strong emotions and investment.
Initially, Raymond's life seems simple: an unwanted child, abandoned and trapped among sociopathic high-class individuals. But there's more to his birth and entanglement with Jerome, Hugh, George, and Simon
Truthfully, there are more cruelty that Raymond will encounter so I suggest you take a break if you can't take it anymore because it takes a rough road to get to his chosen destination.
Baek Nara explores cruelty and power abuse through Raymond's eyes, leaving you pondering the harsh realities. The 'dog/pet and master' motif illustrates gruesome consequences. The Donwell family's dynamics are disturbing, tormenting Jerome, Simon, George, Christopher, Raymond, and others.
This novel undeniably deserves a lot of attention. It has its own manhwa adaptation, a Korean comic webtoon series. I hope it gets the audience and appreciation it deserves.
Go read (at your own risk) Bad Life 불우한삶
if you haven't yet.
PS. I'll add more once I'm done with this book.
[Vol. 1 - 6]
Baek Nara's writing style is unparalleled to other stories with similar themes as Bad Life. Raymond Goodman, as the main character, makes you feel like he's guiding you through, which is a testament to her skill. Her masterful storytelling weaves thought-provoking themes and characters, and it has hooked me despite initial reservations and evoked strong emotions and investment.
Initially, Raymond's life seems simple: an unwanted child, abandoned and trapped among sociopathic high-class individuals. But there's more to his birth and entanglement with Jerome, Hugh, George, and Simon
Truthfully, there are more cruelty that Raymond will encounter so I suggest you take a break if you can't take it anymore because it takes a rough road to get to his chosen destination.
Baek Nara explores cruelty and power abuse through Raymond's eyes, leaving you pondering the harsh realities. The 'dog/pet and master' motif illustrates gruesome consequences. The Donwell family's dynamics are disturbing, tormenting Jerome, Simon, George, Christopher, Raymond, and others.
This novel undeniably deserves a lot of attention. It has its own manhwa adaptation, a Korean comic webtoon series. I hope it gets the audience and appreciation it deserves.
Go read (at your own risk) Bad Life 불우한삶
if you haven't yet.
PS. I'll add more once I'm done with this book.
This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
May 13, 2024
depressed
June 4, 2024
A história é muito boa, e também muito pesada, adorei muito, apesar do romance ser lento dá para entender o motivo.
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