{"id":5165,"date":"2025-12-17T06:05:00","date_gmt":"2025-12-17T06:05:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/bookloves.com\/?p=5165"},"modified":"2025-12-17T06:05:00","modified_gmt":"2025-12-17T06:05:00","slug":"xoxo-by-axie-oh","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/bookloves.com\/?p=5165","title":{"rendered":"XOXO by Axie Oh"},"content":{"rendered":"

XOXO<\/strong> by Axie Oh<\/a>
on July 13, 2021
Genres:<\/strong> Young Adult Fiction \/ Art<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Asian American & Pacific Islander<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Coming of Age<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Diversity & Multicultural<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Family \/ Blended Families<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Girls & Women<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Indigenous \/ General<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Places \/ Asia<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Romance \/ Clean & Wholesome<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Romance \/ Contemporary<\/a>, Young Adult Fiction \/ Romance \/ Romantic Comedy<\/a>
Pages:<\/strong> 352
Format:<\/strong> Audiobook<\/a>
Buy on Amazon<\/a>
Goodreads<\/a> <\/p>\n

If you\u2019re looking for a sweet, feel-good YA romance with major K-pop energy, XOXO<\/em> by Axie Oh might just be the perfect cozy listen. It\u2019s a light, heartwarming story about music, first love, and learning to step outside your comfort zone\u2014wrapped up in a swoony, Seoul-set romance that feels straight out of a K-drama.<\/p>\n

The Story<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Jenny, a talented cello prodigy, has her life planned down to the smallest detail. Her only goal? Get into one of the most prestigious music conservatories in the world. But one spontaneous night changes everything when she meets Jaewoo\u2014a handsome, mysterious boy who invites her into an adventure that pulls her far from her careful plans.<\/p>\n

After one unforgettable evening, Jaewoo disappears without a word. Months later, Jenny travels to South Korea with her mom to help care for her grandmother, enrolling at an elite arts academy for the semester. To her shock, Jaewoo is there too\u2014and he\u2019s not just a classmate. He\u2019s a member of one of the biggest K-pop bands in the world, and dating is strictly off-limits.<\/p>\n

My Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\n

I listened to XOXO<\/em> on audio and thought it was an easy, enjoyable listen\u2014perfect for when you\u2019re in the mood for something light and comforting. The narration really brought the atmosphere and characters to life, especially with the mix of English and Korean phrases that made it feel authentic.<\/p>\n

This story is very<\/em> cute, happy, and full of heart. It\u2019s definitely a feel-good book that leans into all the tropes you\u2019d expect from a YA K-drama-style romance: secret love, big emotions, and moments that make you smile. Jenny and Jaewoo\u2019s chemistry is sweet, and I loved how the book blended music, culture, and young love.<\/p>\n

That said, this one was about a 3.5-star read<\/strong> for me. I liked it, but it didn\u2019t completely wow me. The story is predictable at times, and I wished for a little more emotional depth or complexity in the characters. Still, it\u2019s charming and hopeful\u2014perfect when you just want a happy, low-stakes story that leaves you smiling.<\/p>\n

Final Thoughts<\/strong><\/h3>\n

XOXO<\/em> is a light, heartwarming YA romance about finding joy, passion, and love in unexpected places. It\u2019s a great pick for fans of K-pop, K-dramas, or anyone looking for a story that feels like a warm hug with a soundtrack of sweet cello notes and pop music vibes.<\/p>\n

(3.5\/5)<\/p>\n

Read this if you like:<\/strong>
K-pop and Korean culture
Sweet, wholesome YA romance
Feel-good reads with heart and charm<\/p>\n

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