Love Like The Galaxy
As an intelligent yet insecure young woman, Chen Shaoshang has been left behind by her parents during a tumultuous wartime period. Now that her parents have returned after years of absence, she faces the challenge of learning to trust again and forming meaningful relationships.
During this journey, she becomes intricately connected with General Ling Buyi—a charismatic and powerful figure shrouded in mystery. Ling Buyi harbors deeply concealed secrets and is linked to a significant crisis that not only affects his life but also poses potential implications for the entire nation.
As their relationship develops, it intertwines elements of political intrigue and personal growth, revealing complex layers of trust, loyalty, and sacrifice. Together, Chen Shao Shang and Ling Buyi embark on a quest to uncover the truth behind Ling's past while addressing pressing national issues.
This story follows a young woman as she navigates familial relationships and interacts with a variety of romantically complex characters, all while maintaining her modern sensibility.
Author and Editor's Notes
1- Transmigration, Sickness and Recovery
2- Survival
3- Sick again, Gossips and Jealousy
4- Family Reunion
5- Awkward Meeting
6- Drama Spirit
7- Crocodile tears
8- Mother and Son
9- Family Banquet
10- Good News!
11- Mother and Daughter
12- Enough is Enough
13- Madam Xiao's unfairness
14- Siblings' reunion and a moment of reflection
15- Third Uncle and Madam Sang
This novel holds special significance for me as it was the first historical C-drama I watched. I became completely obsessed with the story, which was exceptionally well performed by Zhao Lusi, Wu Leo, and a talented supporting cast. Naturally, I was intrigued to read the novel that inspired it. To my surprise—though perhaps not so much—I found that the novel differed in several ways.
In the C-drama, the storyline has been simplified. While the plot closely resembles that of the novel, the element of transmigration has been removed. Nonetheless, the heroine remains a highly intelligent and lovable character. Her personality is portrayed consistently in both the TV drama and the novel, as are the heroes and secondary characters. The C-drama effectively brings all the characters to life on screen. Although there are slight differences in the plot, it is still a genuine adaptation rather than just an inspired work with vague similarities. However, the novel presents fewer inconsistencies and provides a deeper understanding of the heroine's personality and choices.
Fair warning: Themes of abuse, rape, and beating (not the heroine). Killing is also described in gruesome detail.
If you're looking for a conventional romance, this novel may not be the best choice for you. The romantic elements develop slowly and only start to emerge in the second volume (in my opinion, the wait is worth it!). The main focus of the story is the heroine's journey as she learns to accept, adapt to, and ultimately integrate into her new life in a feudal era. The romance is just as significant as her family dynamics and the palace intrigues.
Keep also in mind that this is a work of fiction, and some events are not real. However, life in ancient China, especially during the feudal era, was incredibly challenging: constant wars, grueling manual labor for peasants, noble families rising and falling in an instant, and the heavy burdens of rules, etiquette, and filial piety within families. The author includes a prologue that addresses these themes.
The story is divided into three parts. The first part focuses on the protagonist as she navigates her new family and the challenges of this feudal era. The second part explores romantic developments with the three main heroes. The final part delves into palace conflicts, betrayals, and intrigue.
On the original version, which was published as a serialized story online, the author included many personal notes at the end of each chapter, mostly not related to the story, which I found distracting; I removed them because they seemed irrelevant—who cares if she has a cold, is taking a break from writing, or is even venting about unhappy fans? I understand she wanted to grow her fanbase, but it didn't add anything to the story itself. I retained only the content relevant to the story.
After considering splitting some chapters, I ultimately decided against it. While some chapters are quite lengthy, cutting them in half would disrupt the narrative flow. Ahem… some chapters are indeed very long! Additionally, I have included footnotes throughout the text for further clarification...‘ayio’ -FD
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Genre: Romance, Slice-of-Life, Drama, Harem, Palace Political intrigue, Transmigration |
Author: Guan Xin Ze Luan 2018 | Country: China |
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5 VOLUMES |
Name of the novel: Love Like the Galaxy or The stars are shining, how lucky I am Name of the C-Drama: Love Like the Galaxy |
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