"But right now... I can't see past the world of a 17-year-old."

Narration of love at 17 is a well crafted shoujo series that centers around a teenager named Seyoung. The series sets itself apart from the usual and tired concept as most of the case in shojo stories by being somewhat philosophic and melancholic. It focuses more on the main characters emotion and thoughts rather than having characters face hardships and such unwanted obstacles.

I must admit I wish for a rollercoaster heartbreaking drama between the main characters but rather the series was straightforward. The story is simple and was rather written realistically. As readers we get to learn the thoughts of Seyoung as she is experiencing love, heartbreak, rivals, and friendship etc. in the mindset of a teenager. There is nothing dramatic in this series, it's all about how would you react to what others feelings. Its like a memory of a teenager's first hand experience about love.

I found myself lost in some of the characters interactions. It's definitely more mature when it comes to dialogue. I enjoyed the interaction between Yunho and Hyunjung they have such cunning chit chats. It contains so much philosophical views about relationship and feelings. I like how Sayeoung analyzes her actions, thoughts and her reactions. Sayeoung's idea about wanting to be special to someone, and some comments about doing something to someone you like are all there. How is someone is special to you but then are ordinary for others. The series is like a study of relationship.

Its quiet but powerful moving tale. The series moves in such narratively manner. The art is pleasant to look at, it captures the series overall tone. I felt as if I'm reading a manga rather than manhwa because of the art. The art reminded me of the series Swan and Rumiko Takahashi's early works.

By the end of the series Seyoung was developed into someone who came to an understanding. She slowly realizes that she's only 17 and she'll experience alot more things as time passes. Anway it was just good.

Although as a reader I can't help but to think "what if" between Seyoung and Hyunwoo. Lol.