Her New Novel is Said to be Related to Girls Generation, Jessica Jung Criticized by Netizens

Kapanlagi.com - After leaving Girls Generation in 2014, Jessica Jung continued her career as a singer, actress, entrepreneur, and influencer. Now, Krystal fx's sister is spreading her wings as a writer by releasing a teenage novel titled Shine.

Jessica's early career in this field seems to have not gone smoothly. When she announced the publication of her novel recently, some netizens became suspicious and stated, "Are you using this novel to expose Girls Generation?".

1. Based on Personal Experience

According to Allkpop, the novel based on Jessica's personal experience will be published in various languages in 11 countries, including Korea, Brazil, and Indonesia. Additionally, it has been confirmed that the novel will be adapted into a film.

The Shine novel itself focuses on the life of a young girl named Rachel Kim who dreams of becoming a K-Pop star. Rachel enters DB Entertainment and begins her journey as a trainee. This novel reveals the love story and conflicts that arise when the protagonist meets top celebrities, such as Jason Lee.

2. Request for Change

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Recently, the Shine novel also caught the attention of many netizens when a reader left a review of the English version of the novel. The review stated, "What really disappointed me about the book is how cunning all the girls are towards each other. I have no doubt that this animosity is based on reality, but it made me feel very negative after finishing the book."

In addition, fans requested that the cover image of the foreign version of Shine be changed because it includes elements related to Girls Generation. One example is the Thai version of the novel, which includes the official Girls Generation light stick.

Specifically, fans reacted negatively, stating, "Isn't this the light stick that was released after Jessica left Girls Generation? So it shouldn't have any connection to Jessica."

3. Remind Girls Generation

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In addition, the Shine cover version chosen by Jessica directly from the contest involving her fans includes elements that remind of Girls Generation's That Summer digital single and Girls Generation's second album Oh!.

In response to this, netizens feel surprised and state, "I don't understand why Jessica chose a cover image that reminds people of Girls Generation when there is no choice but to connect this book with Girls Generation."

(kor/rsp)