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Monochrome Rumour #1-7
모노크롬 루머
통칭 예쓰(예쁜 쓰레기).
돈밖에 모르고, 엉망인 인간관계에 몇 다리나 걸친 스폰서,
2년이나 함께 한 멤버들을 버리고 대형 기획사와 계약 조정에 있다는 소문이 도는
답도 없는 아이돌의 몸에 빙의되고 말았다.
완전히 사기 계약 당한 줄 알았는데,
실상은 전혀 달라 쓰레기는커녕 눈물 나는 인간극장을 찍고 있었던
몸 주인의 개 같은 현실에 빡쳐서 직접 복수해 주는 이야기.
여기까지면 좋은데, 와중에 의도치 않게 조련당해 가는 주위.
낙천주의 탈을 쓴 염세주의,
쿨내가 여기까지 나는데 상황에 따라서 다정하기도 하고,
그런 주제에 또 가끔 순진하게 굴고.
점점 하렘이 되어 가는 주변을 너만 몰라.
돈밖에 모르고, 엉망인 인간관계에 몇 다리나 걸친 스폰서,
2년이나 함께 한 멤버들을 버리고 대형 기획사와 계약 조정에 있다는 소문이 도는
답도 없는 아이돌의 몸에 빙의되고 말았다.
완전히 사기 계약 당한 줄 알았는데,
실상은 전혀 달라 쓰레기는커녕 눈물 나는 인간극장을 찍고 있었던
몸 주인의 개 같은 현실에 빡쳐서 직접 복수해 주는 이야기.
여기까지면 좋은데, 와중에 의도치 않게 조련당해 가는 주위.
낙천주의 탈을 쓴 염세주의,
쿨내가 여기까지 나는데 상황에 따라서 다정하기도 하고,
그런 주제에 또 가끔 순진하게 굴고.
점점 하렘이 되어 가는 주변을 너만 몰라.
1818 pages, ebook
First published June 14, 2019
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July 9, 2023
1818 pages and i still have to look up almost every character's name when they are mentioned. Anyway if i read normal books at the pace i read novels then I'd be somewhere right now.
January 6, 2025
Ahem. This review is for the manhwa, not the novel.
Currently @ ch. 100
S01: Ch. 01-23 (★★★★☆)
S02: Ch. 24-49 (★★★★☆)
S03: Ch. 50-84 (★★★☆☆)
S04: Ch. 85- ongoing (★★★☆☆)
Final Verdict Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3,5/5). And a bit warning: otally start reading it AFTER it finishes completely.
Don't torture yourself by reading this week by week.
Dont.
Just dont.
If you love yourself.
"Monochrome Rumour" is a manhwa with a captivating start that hints at deep mysteries and intriguing relationships. A loan shark accepts an idol's dying wish to only wake up in the said idol's body and tries to make his life better? Count me in, baby.
The beginning of the story is undeniably strong, filled with compelling characters, stunning artwork, and an intriguing premise. Even though I was not a big fan of the BL genre, I was especially excited by the subtle hints of romance, which promised a slow-burn dynamic. In the FUCKING BEGINNIG, I MEAN.
Then as the chapters progress, the story's pacing has taken a nosedive, leaving me and probably most of the other readers frustrated and yearning for progress.
Like, it's been FUCKING 100 chapters, OK?
Where the fuck is my PROGRESS?!!!
This manhwa suffers from a severe case of "too little, too late." Despite being many chapters in (I mean 100 fucking chapters, ok!!!) there is still no clear antagonist, central conflict, or resolution in sight. The story feels like it’s stuck in an endless loop of filler arcs and unnecessary small flashbacks, which detract from the main narrative. Conversations that could have been wrapped up in a few panels or arcs, like "the reality show arc," are dragged out for entire chapters, adding to the sense of motionlessness.
The BL aspect, which believe it or not I was actually looking forward to even though I am not a big fan of the genre, remains underdeveloped. (It's been 100 chapters, seriously, WTF!!! (ಥ﹏ಥ) ) The lack of meaningful progression in this area only added to the frustration I've felt, sometimes even making it hard to stay invested. And guys, I fucking read all the 100 chapters in two fucking days. Like, kudos to people who have been reading it week by week.
Because hell, calling this a "slow burn" is generous—it feels more like the author hasn’t even started building the fire. (ノ￣□￣)ノ ~┻━┻ Instead, we readers are left watching as the story aimlessly meanders, collecting tinder and firewood with no flames in sight. The pacing is so slow that it feels plausible one could live an entire life—marry, raise children, and even send grandchildren to college—before the plot reaches a resolution.
(You guys think I'm kidding, but I'm really, really, REALLY, not kidding.)
(ﾉꐦ ⊙曲ఠ)ﾉ彡┻━┻
Comparisons to other manhwas like Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint highlight just how glacial this story feels. I mean, qhen a series known for its complexity seems bland by comparison, there’s a serious problem. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
THE GOOD STUFF:
It's not like the story did not have any good parts. Like the comedy, the characters, the ML (O.M.G. the male lead, the best fucking character eveeeer!!!) is really awesome. And the art is undeniably one of its biggest strengths. The visual storytelling adds depth to even the slowest moments, making it a feast for the eyes.
Even though there are huge pacing problems in the story, the premise is really intriguing. You can't help but feel sorry for the original idol, whose body our main character takes over. He went through some serious shit and it's so sad that he had no real support around him. But he's also faulted for this. Which makes this story really amazing because the characters are so multi-layered, each carrying a sense of history and depth with each other, which definitely adds richness to the narrative. Even the supporting cast feels thoughtfully developed, with their backstories and personalities interwoven into the plot. This complexity would have been able to keep me curious about how their arcs would unfold; if you know, pacing did not fucking suck.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Monochrome Rumour is a manhwa with immense potential that’s being wasted by its unbearably slow pacing and lack of focus. While the art and early chapters are noteworthy, it’s undeniable that the series has strengths that make it special, such as its stunning visuals, intriguing setup, and complex characters that show the potential for greatness. The absence of meaningful plot development makes it hard to recommend to anyone but the most patient readers.
For now, it’s best suited for readers who appreciate artistic detail and are willing to wait for a slow build. For those who cannot wait 25 years for a possible conclusion, however, this might be worth revisiting once it's completed. For everyone else ... it might be time to move on.
I'll definitely keep reading it for this great guy:
Currently @ ch. 100
S01: Ch. 01-23 (★★★★☆)
S02: Ch. 24-49 (★★★★☆)
S03: Ch. 50-84 (★★★☆☆)
S04: Ch. 85- ongoing (★★★☆☆)
Final Verdict Rating: ★★★☆☆ (3,5/5). And a bit warning: otally start reading it AFTER it finishes completely.
Don't torture yourself by reading this week by week.
Dont.
Just dont.
If you love yourself.
"Monochrome Rumour" is a manhwa with a captivating start that hints at deep mysteries and intriguing relationships. A loan shark accepts an idol's dying wish to only wake up in the said idol's body and tries to make his life better? Count me in, baby.
The beginning of the story is undeniably strong, filled with compelling characters, stunning artwork, and an intriguing premise. Even though I was not a big fan of the BL genre, I was especially excited by the subtle hints of romance, which promised a slow-burn dynamic. In the FUCKING BEGINNIG, I MEAN.
Then as the chapters progress, the story's pacing has taken a nosedive, leaving me and probably most of the other readers frustrated and yearning for progress.
Like, it's been FUCKING 100 chapters, OK?
Where the fuck is my PROGRESS?!!!
This manhwa suffers from a severe case of "too little, too late." Despite being many chapters in (I mean 100 fucking chapters, ok!!!) there is still no clear antagonist, central conflict, or resolution in sight. The story feels like it’s stuck in an endless loop of filler arcs and unnecessary small flashbacks, which detract from the main narrative. Conversations that could have been wrapped up in a few panels or arcs, like "the reality show arc," are dragged out for entire chapters, adding to the sense of motionlessness.
The BL aspect, which believe it or not I was actually looking forward to even though I am not a big fan of the genre, remains underdeveloped. (It's been 100 chapters, seriously, WTF!!! (ಥ﹏ಥ) ) The lack of meaningful progression in this area only added to the frustration I've felt, sometimes even making it hard to stay invested. And guys, I fucking read all the 100 chapters in two fucking days. Like, kudos to people who have been reading it week by week.
Because hell, calling this a "slow burn" is generous—it feels more like the author hasn’t even started building the fire. (ノ￣□￣)ノ ~┻━┻ Instead, we readers are left watching as the story aimlessly meanders, collecting tinder and firewood with no flames in sight. The pacing is so slow that it feels plausible one could live an entire life—marry, raise children, and even send grandchildren to college—before the plot reaches a resolution.
(You guys think I'm kidding, but I'm really, really, REALLY, not kidding.)
(ﾉꐦ ⊙曲ఠ)ﾉ彡┻━┻
Comparisons to other manhwas like Omniscient Reader’s Viewpoint highlight just how glacial this story feels. I mean, qhen a series known for its complexity seems bland by comparison, there’s a serious problem. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯
THE GOOD STUFF:
It's not like the story did not have any good parts. Like the comedy, the characters, the ML (O.M.G. the male lead, the best fucking character eveeeer!!!) is really awesome. And the art is undeniably one of its biggest strengths. The visual storytelling adds depth to even the slowest moments, making it a feast for the eyes.
Even though there are huge pacing problems in the story, the premise is really intriguing. You can't help but feel sorry for the original idol, whose body our main character takes over. He went through some serious shit and it's so sad that he had no real support around him. But he's also faulted for this. Which makes this story really amazing because the characters are so multi-layered, each carrying a sense of history and depth with each other, which definitely adds richness to the narrative. Even the supporting cast feels thoughtfully developed, with their backstories and personalities interwoven into the plot. This complexity would have been able to keep me curious about how their arcs would unfold; if you know, pacing did not fucking suck.
FINAL THOUGHTS:
Monochrome Rumour is a manhwa with immense potential that’s being wasted by its unbearably slow pacing and lack of focus. While the art and early chapters are noteworthy, it’s undeniable that the series has strengths that make it special, such as its stunning visuals, intriguing setup, and complex characters that show the potential for greatness. The absence of meaningful plot development makes it hard to recommend to anyone but the most patient readers.
For now, it’s best suited for readers who appreciate artistic detail and are willing to wait for a slow build. For those who cannot wait 25 years for a possible conclusion, however, this might be worth revisiting once it's completed. For everyone else ... it might be time to move on.
I'll definitely keep reading it for this great guy:
January 13, 2022
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This entire review has been hidden because of spoilers.
December 1, 2023
I'm assuming this is the novel version of the story. I just want a place holder for the webcomic version. The webtoon is excellent. I'm obsessed. It's a slow burn romance, with a transmigration plot. And it's about a kpop idol with dark secrets! Absolutely into it.
I'll probably read the novel eventually
I'll probably read the novel eventually
June 10, 2022
I've never been drawn to something as much as this one. I know this is crazy but this is the best thing i have ever read. so beautiful both the plot and characters. I love MC and his character development.
Read
June 1, 2023where can i read it?😭😭😭
December 27, 2024
Currently, chapter 100
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