If you're a seasoned watcher of xianxia dramas, you probably expect complicated storylines, tons of supporting characters, and a lot of tragedy and angst.

The Starry Love, for a xianxia drama, is quite unique and refreshing because it doesn't have too much of that. A huge chunk of it feels like a romantic comedy (emphasis on the comedy! It's very cute and silly). There are a good amount of supporting characters but the main supporting characters who go on the journey with the main 4 leads are a very good ensemble, very likeable, and bring comedy and also move the plot along.

My favorite refreshing parts of this drama:
-sisters who truly love and care for each other!!! No envy, no jealousy, just pure love and support.
-male lead comes off as cold in the beginning and there's an actual reason for that, not just because he's an asshole.
-The 'second' life in the mortal/beast realm doesn't involve too much amnesia actually because female lead doesn't forget any of her memories. It's all on the male lead's side.

Also, you know it'll be a good watch if you got both Sa DingDing AND Mao Buyi singing songs for the OST.

Furthermore, Chen XingXu is absolutely fantastic. He takes the whole cake! I knew he was already fantastic from Goodbye My Princess, but wow, he plays like 4-5 different personalities for his character--and pulls it all off! They are also unique with their own speech and mannerisms--something that Chen XingXu put a lot of thought into. I'm so happy for him and that he got to play this kind of difficult role, showing off his talent and skills!

Why am I only rating it 9.5 instead of 10? There are definitely a couple small things that I think could've been better, so I'm knocking it by half a point, but those small things doesn't ruin my enjoyment of the show. Really recommend to those looking for a different style of a xianxia drama!