The Comeback
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4.3 • 6 Ratings
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- $24.99
Publisher Description
She’s built a life on precision. He’s about to shatter it with one secret.
Ariadne Hui’s plan is airtight: become partner at Toronto’s most prestigious law firm, stay focused, and don’t let emotions—or people—get in the way. Her life is perfectly controlled, down to the minute.
Then Jihoon arrives.
He's her roommate’s cousin, supposedly just visiting from Seoul to mend a broken heart. Quiet, thoughtful, and unexpectedly funny, Jihoon is kindness and chaos wrapped in one dangerously charming package. Ari tries to ignore him. She fails. Spectacularly.
What begins as a harmless connection spirals into something Ari never planned for—and when Jihoon’s real identity makes headlines, Ari is thrust into a global spotlight that threatens everything she’s worked for.
Suddenly, the woman who had all the answers is questioning everything. Who is she beneath the ambition? And who does she want to be when the world is watching?
Fall in love with this emotionally rich, laugh-out-loud rom-com featuring witty banter, found family, and a K-pop celebrity romance that blends escapism and charm with reality and emotional depth.
Customer Reviews
Delightful, Reflective & Far-Fetched
The Comeback by Lily Chu is a delightful, engaging and comprehensive read. This is my second Lily Chu book. Her writing style is growing on me, and I especially enjoyed the balance between detail and punch. The cherry on top is the element of reliability. Ari Hui has nearly ticked off everything on her list; a successful lawyer eying the title of partner at her law firm, a dutiful daughter and acing mediocrity. Until a catalyst named Jihoon, a cousin of Hana, Ari's roommate, shows up unannounced, which causes friction to her head and heart. Coupled with this inner torment, her long-lost sister returns to Toronto, bringing up years of resentment and unresolved issues. The author has developed a comprehensive plot that spans choices, family relationships, work dynamics, and romance. I resonated with and resisted the lead characters across different chapters. Ari is special because I connected with all her fears and choices. Although the ending tugged at my heartstrings, it appeared too far-fetched. It felt rushed, in addition to the need to correct all the wrongs and challenges faced. However, the wisdom and character growth made this read enjoyable and comforting.
Thank you to SOURCEBOOKS Casablanca and Netgalley for this e-ARC. This honest review is left voluntarily.