This fast-paced and engaging YA offers insight into the world of k-pop that the author is especially equipped to give. This title will appeal to both fans of k-pop and those new to the genre as it still addresses many of the universal theme of adolescence. Given the recent activism of the k-pop community, I anticipate there will be increased interest in titles such as this. Highly recommended!

What an absolutely unputdownable read this was! With a sympathetic protagonist, swoon-worthy romance (or is it...?), twist after twist, and a rare look inside the K-pop industry that's as disturbing as it is compelling, "Shine" is easily one of my favorite YA releases of 2020. I've read dozens of books in quarantine but have devoured few so quickly or with as much enjoyment as I did "Shine." Its conversational writing style was definitely part of that (it actually reminds me a lot of my own writing, weirdly), but it was really the drama, glamor, and constant suspense of the K-pop world that kept me turning the pages. Superbly enjoyable - can we PLEASE get a sequel?