There are some things about Legend of the Blue Sea that are AMAZING .... and then there are some that aren't.

This drama is beautiful and the acting is excellent! Jun Ji Hyun does an amazing job as Shim Cheong, she's adorable, funny, and so so lovable! She's easy to adore and the absolute best thing about this drama. Lee Min Ho does a great job as Heo Joon Jae as well, even when he's being a jerk you still have to love him. The relationships between all of the characters were interesting and fun. There is a wonderful 'found family' feel to Shim Cheong's friends.

The character I wasn't expecting was Tae Oh. Shin Won Ho manages to create the most relatable character with few word and many amazing facial expressions.

I thoroughly enjoyed most of the present day story line but honestly skipped through most of the Joseon scenes, as I found them very dull. The other thing that lessened my enjoyment of this drama was the ending, as I found it left me wanting, particularly as it had to do with the character relationships that I so enjoyed throughout the majority of the drama.

Overall, I liked it a lot while I was watching it, slightly less once I'd finished it, and I don't think this is a drama I'd choose to rewatch any time soon.