I have to admit, even for someone with limited knowledge of the K-Pop world and Korean culture, this book was amazing at explaining everything and making sure nothing was lost. Because who needs anyone else when you have the queens? My obsession with BLACKPINK is thriving right now.Įxcept that BLACKPINK is the only K-Pop group I listen to and I have literally no exposure to K-Pop other than them. * Stephan Lee is a Korean-American writer, YA enthusiast and ardent K-pop fan!

* A must for any K-pop fan: a behind-the-scenes look at the Korean pop industry, whilst exploring themes of expectations, female empowerment and determination. * A YA romantic coming-of-age novel about big dreams, rivalries and friendship, set against the vibrant landscape of Seoul, South Korea. In the battle to debut, Candace must decide whether a spot in the most hyped K-pop girl group of all time is really worth risking everything. The language is hard, the girls are mean, and the number-one rule is NO DATING - which proves impossible after she meets superstar idol One.J and fellow trainee YoungBae.

There's only one problem: she's really not cut out for it. Big dreams, rivalries and romance collide in this must-read YA novel for K-pop fans everywhere! Candace is your average Korean-American teen - who can't believe her luck when she's picked from thousands of auditionees to travel to Seoul and train to become a K-pop star.

K pop confidential by stephan lee