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Goong #9-10
Goong: The Royal Palace, Vol. 9
Waging war from the shadows, Yul and his mother, the Daebi, continue to turn the screws on Korea's royals - and the first casualties in their sights are Crown Prince Shin and Chae-Kyung! Convinced by Yul that an upcoming television interview will be her last chance to talk divorce, Chae-Kyung is distracted from the larger picture by her feelings for her husband and the thought of freedom from oppressive palace life. Meanwhile, as the Daebi fans the flames of suspicion that surround Shin in the royal arson case, the future king finds himself on the verge of losing his once-guaranteed position. But is a royal pregnancy the answer to saving the crown prince's sullied reputation?! The Queen Mother seems to think so, as she packs off Chae-Kyung and Shin to an isolated palace to consummate their marriage. However, with their relationship running equally cold and hot these days, divorce and romance seem to be a toss-up for the crown princess! Which will Chae-Kyung choose?!
386 pages, Paperback
Published August 17, 2010
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February 17, 2019
Super dramatic! I know Chae-Kyung will make an upcoming stupid mistake though :(
March 5, 2019
I need to read more!
April 30, 2021
I absolutely loved this book. It was such a fantastic sequel. This particular volume was so angsty. I will definitely be continuing on with this series very soon.
January 29, 2022
We're leaving the TV-show storyline more.
December 8, 2013
Starting from this volume, the US editions are supersized, which for this volume is a blessing, because it doesn't feel like we made any progress.
There are some really sweet moments between Shin and Chae Kyung, and they both definitively express their feelings for each other. For some reason, though, Chae Kyung is still hung up on the idea that she needs to use this interview to get a divorce from Shin, despite the fact she loves him and he cares about her. How many almost-make out sessions do you need before you catch a clue that you're not just conveniently located, but your husband is actually really into you?
It's also frustrating that Yul keeps butting in, and Chae Kyung seems to believe what he says no matter what. This new fiancée of Yul's, by the way, is SUPER annoying, and I hope she disappears fast, much like those Prince-hating bullies at school have.
And then you have the whole arson scandal, and the King being a jerk about Shin, basically saying he doesn't trust him and prefers Yul. That Dad-King is so obnoxious and annoying and cold-hearted, I want to punch him.
So now, I'm crossing my fingers that this doesn't go the same way the drama did, because I really don't want Chae Kyung to profess her desire for a divorce during a live tv interview. Can't you guys just get happy and get busy doing what Grandma-QueenMother wants? Please and thank you. That is all.
There are some really sweet moments between Shin and Chae Kyung, and they both definitively express their feelings for each other. For some reason, though, Chae Kyung is still hung up on the idea that she needs to use this interview to get a divorce from Shin, despite the fact she loves him and he cares about her. How many almost-make out sessions do you need before you catch a clue that you're not just conveniently located, but your husband is actually really into you?
It's also frustrating that Yul keeps butting in, and Chae Kyung seems to believe what he says no matter what. This new fiancée of Yul's, by the way, is SUPER annoying, and I hope she disappears fast, much like those Prince-hating bullies at school have.
And then you have the whole arson scandal, and the King being a jerk about Shin, basically saying he doesn't trust him and prefers Yul. That Dad-King is so obnoxious and annoying and cold-hearted, I want to punch him.
So now, I'm crossing my fingers that this doesn't go the same way the drama did, because I really don't want Chae Kyung to profess her desire for a divorce during a live tv interview. Can't you guys just get happy and get busy doing what Grandma-QueenMother wants? Please and thank you. That is all.
October 27, 2013
Starting at volume 9, Yen Press is releasing the remainder of Goong in lovely 2-in-1 omnibus versions. This volume is a substantial and enjoyable read.
Chae-Kyung and Shin's romance has run and hot and cold throughout the series, but there's a sense that we're going to hit a major turning point in their relationship just around the corner. The investigation into the arson continues to point to Shin, though in a manner that seems to say he has been framed. Regardless of his probable innocence in the case, the king, Shin's father, has put the wheels in motion to remove his son from being next in line for succession. Yul continues to press Chae-Kyung to force her way out of her marriage with Shin. And, Shin's former love betrays him by sharing their romance and Shin's loveless marriage with Chae-Kyung to the press. With everyone turning on Shin, will Chae-Kyung as well?
The answer lies with volume 10, and I am afraid that it's very possible that she will be the one that hurts Shin the most. He's allowed himself to be vulnerable in front of her, but maybe it's too late.
*Waiting impatiently for volume 10 to arrive in my mailbox...hurry quick! I have to see what's going to happen next!!!*
Chae-Kyung and Shin's romance has run and hot and cold throughout the series, but there's a sense that we're going to hit a major turning point in their relationship just around the corner. The investigation into the arson continues to point to Shin, though in a manner that seems to say he has been framed. Regardless of his probable innocence in the case, the king, Shin's father, has put the wheels in motion to remove his son from being next in line for succession. Yul continues to press Chae-Kyung to force her way out of her marriage with Shin. And, Shin's former love betrays him by sharing their romance and Shin's loveless marriage with Chae-Kyung to the press. With everyone turning on Shin, will Chae-Kyung as well?
The answer lies with volume 10, and I am afraid that it's very possible that she will be the one that hurts Shin the most. He's allowed himself to be vulnerable in front of her, but maybe it's too late.
*Waiting impatiently for volume 10 to arrive in my mailbox...hurry quick! I have to see what's going to happen next!!!*
November 17, 2010
A kiss. A betrayal. A confession and a lie.
This series is heating up
This series is heating up
May 28, 2013
This was good. The last few volumes have been seriously vamping, but this one actually moved the story on.
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