At first I was uncertain about this series. The two main characters were unlikeable - and many of the lesser ones too. But it is a tale of redemption and forgiveness as each has to forgive others for the wrongs done to them and find reasons to become better people themselves. Of course, this being a Korean drama, that process is not straight forward, with various twists and turns. And love plays a very significant part.
By the end I was very much on their side.
I would also like to mention the acting by the two leads. I have not seen In-Sung Jo before and initially found it easy to confuse his sneering character with the personality of the actor and so formed a dislike for him. But he portrays his character's transformation so very well and entirely won me round in the process.
I have seen Song Hye-Kyo before - in Descendants of the Sun - and was entirely unconvinced by her as an actress. So her acting here was a revelation for me. A sympathetic and moving performance.
By the end I was very much on their side.
I would also like to mention the acting by the two leads. I have not seen In-Sung Jo before and initially found it easy to confuse his sneering character with the personality of the actor and so formed a dislike for him. But he portrays his character's transformation so very well and entirely won me round in the process.
I have seen Song Hye-Kyo before - in Descendants of the Sun - and was entirely unconvinced by her as an actress. So her acting here was a revelation for me. A sympathetic and moving performance.