Let me start off by saying that I had no expectations for this show. None. I watched because of the actor and let me tell you. It blew me away. It has taken root inside my heart and has climbed the very high mountain of dramas I have watched to become my absolute favorite. The story although seemingly simple at first, really complicates itself in the best way- realistically shows the fallout of an affair on all accounts. An directing choice i was put off by but learned to absolutely love is that they take their times with each scene. nothing is rushed. They will play an entire song and let you feel the emotions. It's breathtaking. What I love about the story itself though is the message it sends through it's morally broken heroine is that it is never too late. The focal point of the show is not the story, but the characters. Especially Oh Hye Won and Lee Sun Jae. The characters are soo real to me that I feel their pain and understand every decision they make. The acting is done so superbly that I believe they are in love when they play piano together. I can go on and on and on about how marvelous and unique and artistic this show is, and I do not want to forget to mention how the piano pieces highlighted in this show are so wonderfully showcased that people who are not fans of classical music will appreciate it. Watch it. WATCH IT. It is so much better than a lot of shows out there. Secret Love Affair is worth your time.