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23:11
A writer.
A stranger.
A whole lot of conversations.
An online understanding.
Every night
...at 23:11.
A stranger.
A whole lot of conversations.
An online understanding.
Every night
...at 23:11.
- GenresRomance
237 pages, Paperback
Published June 3, 2016
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March 6, 2021
23:11 by Rayne Mariano (pilosopotasya) is undoubtedly one of my all-time favorite reads.
I remember reading this first when I was in my early years in college, back to when I was influenced by my friends who were fond of reading Wattpad stories. Since then, I couldn't get this story out of my mind because of how unique it was in a lot of aspects—the form (it was my first time reading an epistolary novel in my mother tongue), the characters and the plot was well-executed despite the lack of narration. In short, it has everything that I was looking for in a story.
Today, I finished reading this book for the sixth or seventh time. To be honest, I lost count already. Rereading this doesn't lose its charm. You'll still feel the kilig, pain, and happy as you did the first time. I will never get tired of rereading and raving this story.
I remember reading this first when I was in my early years in college, back to when I was influenced by my friends who were fond of reading Wattpad stories. Since then, I couldn't get this story out of my mind because of how unique it was in a lot of aspects—the form (it was my first time reading an epistolary novel in my mother tongue), the characters and the plot was well-executed despite the lack of narration. In short, it has everything that I was looking for in a story.
Today, I finished reading this book for the sixth or seventh time. To be honest, I lost count already. Rereading this doesn't lose its charm. You'll still feel the kilig, pain, and happy as you did the first time. I will never get tired of rereading and raving this story.
August 3, 2021
1 STAR
Disclaimer:
I have not read the published version. This review is solely for the wattpad version.
I'm in the minority in this one. But before you bring your torches and pitchforks, let me clear some things up.
I did not hate this. Not at all. But I also couldn't rate it any higher because it just didn't resonate with me. It wasn't well done. I might even forget about this after a few days because nothing stood out.
This is an epistolary story. Meaning, a story not written in the usual narrative style. Mostly composed of messages, dialogues instead of narration. And I have already read and liked other epistolary stories before this one. Unfortunately, this does not compare.
The first few chapters were interesting, especially not knowing what was going to happen. I was curious and hooked. But the payoff at the end wasn't satisfying. I kept waiting for some kind of twist, or anything that could elevate the story, but there was nothing. Instead of feeling fun and light-hearted like everyone else, all I felt was boredom and irritation. There's some grey area of cheating in the beginning, just to give you a heads-up if cheating bothers you. I couldn't care less either way so I won't elaborate on that.
I know, that it's supposed to be written realistically, with every single day text messages, but some chapters felt pointless. They didn't add up to the story. Tbh, I tried skipping a few chapters just to know what would happen at the end, and I wasn't lost by any means. The story was still the same, even not reading some chapters (I read those parts again, mind you, after I finished the book). So why even add those? They contribute nothing to the plot and to the development of the characters.
The characters also weren't interesting enough to hold my attention. I don't need the character to be a good person for me to care about them. I need them to be engaging. And both the FL and ML weren't. Atleast not after chapter 53, when the plot just seemed to be repeating over and over again and none of them developed until the last chapter.
The story overall was just too basic for me, personally. Not that I don't appreciate simple storylines. My favorite filipino wattpad book is The Rain in España. And that book was one of the most clichè love stories ever. But the execution was great, and it brought up many emotions in me while I was reading. But this one, I felt no "good" emotions. I never laughed at the banter, I never swoon at the romance, it all felt dry.
I was hoping that the ending would surprise me, because I could overlook all previous chapters if the end would conclude and tie everything neatly. But it never did. So much shallow miscommunications until the last couple of chapters. I have no idea if the published version edited these out, but as for the one I've read, it wasn't good.
The sequel is written in a normal narrative style, and as said by the author, would delve deeper into the characters' backgrounds and relationship. Perhaps I would like that one more than this. I'm keeping my hopes up.
Disclaimer:
I have not read the published version. This review is solely for the wattpad version.
I'm in the minority in this one. But before you bring your torches and pitchforks, let me clear some things up.
I did not hate this. Not at all. But I also couldn't rate it any higher because it just didn't resonate with me. It wasn't well done. I might even forget about this after a few days because nothing stood out.
This is an epistolary story. Meaning, a story not written in the usual narrative style. Mostly composed of messages, dialogues instead of narration. And I have already read and liked other epistolary stories before this one. Unfortunately, this does not compare.
The first few chapters were interesting, especially not knowing what was going to happen. I was curious and hooked. But the payoff at the end wasn't satisfying. I kept waiting for some kind of twist, or anything that could elevate the story, but there was nothing. Instead of feeling fun and light-hearted like everyone else, all I felt was boredom and irritation. There's some grey area of cheating in the beginning, just to give you a heads-up if cheating bothers you. I couldn't care less either way so I won't elaborate on that.
I know, that it's supposed to be written realistically, with every single day text messages, but some chapters felt pointless. They didn't add up to the story. Tbh, I tried skipping a few chapters just to know what would happen at the end, and I wasn't lost by any means. The story was still the same, even not reading some chapters (I read those parts again, mind you, after I finished the book). So why even add those? They contribute nothing to the plot and to the development of the characters.
The characters also weren't interesting enough to hold my attention. I don't need the character to be a good person for me to care about them. I need them to be engaging. And both the FL and ML weren't. Atleast not after chapter 53, when the plot just seemed to be repeating over and over again and none of them developed until the last chapter.
The story overall was just too basic for me, personally. Not that I don't appreciate simple storylines. My favorite filipino wattpad book is The Rain in España. And that book was one of the most clichè love stories ever. But the execution was great, and it brought up many emotions in me while I was reading. But this one, I felt no "good" emotions. I never laughed at the banter, I never swoon at the romance, it all felt dry.
I was hoping that the ending would surprise me, because I could overlook all previous chapters if the end would conclude and tie everything neatly. But it never did. So much shallow miscommunications until the last couple of chapters. I have no idea if the published version edited these out, but as for the one I've read, it wasn't good.
The sequel is written in a normal narrative style, and as said by the author, would delve deeper into the characters' backgrounds and relationship. Perhaps I would like that one more than this. I'm keeping my hopes up.
March 22, 2021
23:11 is about two strangers meeting online.
Personally, this book has a special place in my heart because I initially read this back in high school when Wattpad was a trend. I've always preferred books with narration, but this book sparked my love for epistolary novels.
Jhing (h) is a writer and editor while Rico* (H) is just a bored person, trying to tame the 'masungit' author.
Things I like about this book:
- easy read because it's an epistolary
- authentic personalities
- light-hearted
Things I don't like like about this book:
- the ending
- bland plot
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Overall: I recommend it to people trying to get into reading because it's short and a little light-hearted. Easy read because of its format. Not something I would recommend to friends, but is a good read nonetheless.
*Rico is just a pseudonym.
Personally, this book has a special place in my heart because I initially read this back in high school when Wattpad was a trend. I've always preferred books with narration, but this book sparked my love for epistolary novels.
Jhing (h) is a writer and editor while Rico* (H) is just a bored person, trying to tame the 'masungit' author.
Things I like about this book:
- easy read because it's an epistolary
- authentic personalities
- light-hearted
Things I don't like like about this book:
- the ending
- bland plot
-
Overall: I recommend it to people trying to get into reading because it's short and a little light-hearted. Easy read because of its format. Not something I would recommend to friends, but is a good read nonetheless.
*Rico is just a pseudonym.
January 5, 2026
I read this many years ago, and I read this book once every year. I really liked this book when I was younger, but as I grew older, I started to like Miko less. I don’t know—I outgrew him. He wasn’t the person I thought he was when I was 15. And I guess there’s beauty in that. Growing up made me realize that it was childish to like him back then. Now that I’m older—about the same age as Miko in the story—I like him less. He’s a lot. He’s childish and doesn’t know when to be serious, haha. But don’t get me wrong, I still love the book—I just like him less.
The beauty in it is that I understand the story more as I grow older. I understand Jhing’s frustration with Miko, and I find myself leaning more toward Jhing now. I understand her better.
Will I read this again next year? Yes, of course!
The beauty in it is that I understand the story more as I grow older. I understand Jhing’s frustration with Miko, and I find myself leaning more toward Jhing now. I understand her better.
Will I read this again next year? Yes, of course!
January 26, 2024
I read 23:11 on Wattpad years ago. It was my first time reading an epistolary novel, and my gateway to epistolary novels. It was that good, for me, at least.
It was fun and lighthearted. The characters were lovable (and sometimes annoying), that I ended up rooting for them.
I think Pilosopotasya did a good job in building the characters, that we can see how (similar and) different they are from each other.
Overall, I loved this story, and I still find myself coming back to read it from time to time. Thank you very much for writing this one.
It was fun and lighthearted. The characters were lovable (and sometimes annoying), that I ended up rooting for them.
I think Pilosopotasya did a good job in building the characters, that we can see how (similar and) different they are from each other.
Overall, I loved this story, and I still find myself coming back to read it from time to time. Thank you very much for writing this one.
January 11, 2021
I honestly love this book. The title is unique. It's not cliche. The flow of the story is not so predictable. Also, the way it was written was really good. You can imagine the characters' actions because of the writing and their feelings and emotions really reach you when reading. I think the best thing about this book is that it felt real. It was not romanticized. No petty reasoning from the characters. Just real humans with real problems.
October 23, 2021
I hated misunderstanding tropes EXPECT THIS ONE. I love how funny it is but also tackles about adult problem. Ofc, I loved Miko so much and his persistence with Jhing. Although there are still stereotypes included in the book, it was debunked right after (so we can say it is more of a challenge in your thinking). I also love how well-written it is and how relatable the main characters are! Overall, solid 5/5 just because it's my favorite.
August 18, 2025
read this book when i was still in high school. i appreciate the reminder then and there that miko and jhing are very real people, and are prone to making stupid decisions. even with warning, i still get icky with miko sometimes. messaging someone online hoping to get noticed while you have a girlfriend... okay. they really do make stupid decisions.
still a funny and light read. maybe this review is laced with nostalgia, but still loved it. ( ノ ^o^)ノ
still a funny and light read. maybe this review is laced with nostalgia, but still loved it. ( ノ ^o^)ノ
March 3, 2017
It was as if I was reading a real conversation of a two real person and not fictional characters. For a format like this, kahit di descriptive, walang details ang mamimiss mo indirectly man sila magpalitan ng mensahe kalimitan. Rated it three stars. It's new and refreshing pero eto 'yung tipong binasa ko lang kasi gusto ko ng pahinga sa emosyonal at mabibigat na nobela.
November 5, 2020
I've read this when I was in junior high school so can't recall much about the details of the story however I can still remember how hooked I was with the story.
I think this book reflects the modern type of love story that a lot of people can relate. The story is also easy to ready as it doesn't include a lot of complex words and wordy narrations.
I think this book reflects the modern type of love story that a lot of people can relate. The story is also easy to ready as it doesn't include a lot of complex words and wordy narrations.
April 10, 2024
I remember reading this back in 2016 when the Wattpad app was at its peak; it was one of my favourite stories that hooked me to reading more of Pilosopotasya. The feeling of longing for love, fighting for love, and finally giving in to love. The comedic side of Sir Blanco and Jing was phenomenal. I really really wish they made (or will make) a movie about this #chatserye.
August 24, 2025
I read 23:11 YEARSSS ago (pretty sure Grade 7 era hahaha) and it was my first ever epistolary 🤧. This book will forever have a spot in my heart, fr. JHING AND RICO?? I love them sm kahit sobrang stressful nila minsan 😭. Rereading it now as a 2nd year college student got me in my feels. this is literally childhood nostalgia wrapped in a book :(((
September 30, 2025
I read this years ago but I was only focused on the blooming romance and I didn't really look into the writing. I think this is one of the best epistolary novels ever. I've read a lot of epistolary works from fiction to non-fiction, and this one is like nothing I've ever read before. I don't know if there's an English translation... I actually started believing in 11:11 wishes because of this
September 17, 2017
Super ako nabitin the story left me curious but above all i love the chatserye story, feels like invading someone's account while reading it ;)
May 9, 2018
nakulangan lang ako but maganda siya.
August 22, 2020
Rating: 3.5 Stars
November 17, 2020
This emoticon ( ͡° ͜ʖ ͡°) i swear to jesus crux
December 31, 2020
Super realistic ❤ love this
February 7, 2021
I've read this first on wattpad and my feels for this book hasn't changed!
July 2, 2021
tawa ata ako nang tawa habang binabasa to parang tanga. huling basa ko pa ata dito 3rd year high school ako tapos magffourth year college na ako nakakaloka. sanaol na lang.
comfort book <3
comfort book <3
August 26, 2023
Leche :>
September 5, 2023
ang cute (and creepy) hahahah ang comforting din for some reason. ewan, #TeamLeche!!!! *insert emoticon na nagbabalibag ng table* 1!!!1!!1!1!!11111!
January 12, 2024
➛ 23:11
⭐⭐⭐/5
Benta jokes ni Mico, parang binabasa ko sa libro yung sarili ko. 😭 Paano na ako makakabili ng "hello" sa tindahan?
⭐⭐⭐/5
Benta jokes ni Mico, parang binabasa ko sa libro yung sarili ko. 😭 Paano na ako makakabili ng "hello" sa tindahan?
January 14, 2025
I love the conversation. It's fun and heartbreaking all in one.
February 2, 2025
Peak of epistolary
March 27, 2025
one of my faves when i started reading wattpad 🥹 it’s unique and very nakakakilig
July 30, 2021
At 23:11 yesterday someone told me to read this one.
It was light and fluffy chatfic. It is just a breather from everything.
It was light and fluffy chatfic. It is just a breather from everything.
March 21, 2017
Sobrang kakaiba ng story para sakin and that's very good. Looking forward on reading 11:23 next! Highly recommended para sa mga sawa na sa usual love stories ^^
September 11, 2016
I tried reading this story first on Wattpad because of the title. What is 23:11? What is it about this book that has a large number of reads?
What you first notice about this story is the way it is written. I'm not sure if there are a lot of books told in this manner but for me it is refreshing. I'm sure most of us use instant messaging and we could easily relate to those moments.
I liked this book even though it left me hanging in a way. It is a good read for kilig vibes.
What you first notice about this story is the way it is written. I'm not sure if there are a lot of books told in this manner but for me it is refreshing. I'm sure most of us use instant messaging and we could easily relate to those moments.
I liked this book even though it left me hanging in a way. It is a good read for kilig vibes.
June 3, 2025
I love this so much!
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