How much you like this drama really is dependent on what is important for you in a drama experience . For me, strong characters, visuals, chemistry, direction and editing can trump any weakness in plot.

The writer excelled in characters and moments. So many gripping scenes and beautiful lines. But I'd say she was not as strong in overall plot points or pacing. There were plot threads that didn't come together seamlessly or at all. There were times characters seemed to service the plot rather than the other way around. There were re-used plot turns. The final climax, especially looking at it with some distance from the emotional overload when I first watched, was cliched. It was a slow, subtle show and should have had a more subtle final act.

That said, those are smaller points for me. These characters will live with me for a long time. This was so gorgeously shot and expertly put together. The soundtrack was perfect. And the healing theme is refreshing and uplifting.