Lauren Self (lauren.shelby.reads) is currently reading Forever, Interrupted

"4/5 stars �� ☕️🍧💖

Bingsu For Two was such a sweet, emotional, and surprisingly powerful read! I went into it expecting a light, cute YA romcom and while it was, it also had so much emotional depth that caught me off guard (in a good way).

The love between the characters was so genuine and heartwarming. I found myself laughing at their banter one moment and then tearing up in the next chapter. There were even some plot twists that had me gasping out loud and racing through the pages to see how everything would unfold.

One of my favorite aspects of this book was the character growth. River’s journey with his parents and their growth alongside him was emotional. It wasn’t easy, and the story didn’t sugarcoat the struggles, but seeing the effort and love that built between them made it all the more powerful. Sarang’s growth was just as amazing. Watching her slowly open up, learning to trust others not just with her heart but with her whole self, was so rewarding and made her character feel incredibly real.

The theme of found family is woven so naturally throughout the story, and it adds a depth that makes this much more than just a romcom. It’s about belonging, healing, and allowing yourself to be loved.

This was such a perfect palate cleanser between heavier fantasy reads, and it left me feeling both uplifted and a little emotional (in the best way). If you’re looking for a YA romcom that’s full of heart, humor, and authentic growth, Bingsu For Two is definitely worth picking up! 💖💖"