I NEED TEN MORE SERIES OF THEM RIGHT NOW
Watching Spare Me Your Mercy was the highlight of my week. Every Wednesday and Thursday, I eagerly counted down the hours until I could immerse myself in its beautiful story and unforgettable characters. The chemistry between the leads was absolutely magical—every glance, every touch, and every conversation felt real and raw. The story itself was so compelling, blending emotional depth with moments of tenderness and tension that kept me hooked. The acting was another standout—each performance brought the characters to life in a way that made me deeply care about their journey.One of the most thought-provoking aspects of the series was Dr. Kan's struggle with euthanasia and the moral dilemmas he faced. I empathized deeply with his pain and inner conflict, and it made me reflect on the importance of compassion and choice in such difficult situations. While I understood the necessity of him paying for his crimes, I couldn’t help but hope that, after serving his penance, he would find peace and redemption. The idea of him and his love finding their happy ending someday gave me a bittersweet sense of hope amidst the tragedy.
Now that it’s over, I can’t help but feel a void. Life feels a little emptier, a little quieter, without the anticipation of a new episode. This show wasn’t just a series; it became a part of my routine, my joy, and my heart. I know it will stay with me for a long time because shows like this don’t come around often.
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A excellent choice of series
How can I praise the beauty of a series that, from its very first announcement, captured my attention without resorting to the usual clichés? I’d say this is easily achieved through a simple analysis of the work itself.It is a fact that BLs with unconventional themes, like this one, which addresses the practice of euthanasia, captivate audiences simply by deviating from the standard narratives we are accustomed to. However, SMYM went beyond that, showing us that a well-crafted story with a heavy emotional load can be executed beautifully in just a few episodes. The philosophical conflicts that shaped the relationship between the policeman and the doctor were brilliantly constructed, reinforcing my belief that love, no matter how pure, is also susceptible to deterioration when it blooms in an environment of discord and deceit.
Unlike some critics, I don’t consider the romance insufficient, given how the plot was structured. From the very beginning, Wasan was presented as a serious individual whose professional mission often overshadowed his personal life. Moreover, he was exposed to the mysterious deaths of terminal patients under Dr. Kan’s care early on, which made his feelings toward the doctor ambiguous and diminished the possibility of a deeper relationship. How could someone who had personally experienced the pain of losing a patient fully involve themselves romantically with their prime suspect?
That said, I don’t want readers to think the romance is reduced to a game of manipulations or that the series lacks emotional scenes. The characters’ feelings develop slowly, but they are understandable, and the actors’ chemistry greatly enhanced the relationship's progression. Without exaggeration, the actors delivered a stunning performance in their romantic interactions!
What’s more, the moral dilemmas, the characters’ conflicting perceptions, and the well-crafted scenes that urged us to speculate about potential outcomes were incredibly appealing elements for any viewer open to the beauty of the drama.
Finally, I’d like to emphasize that the series isn’t perfect. There are some points to consider before deciding to watch it, especially since its premise focuses primarily on mystery and the ethical questions surrounding euthanasia. This might not appeal to viewers seeking a more conventional romance. Another factor that could influence your evaluation is the realistic ending, which, in my humble opinion, was perfectly aligned with each character’s personality as presented throughout the series. However, if you’re not a fan of open endings, this might impact your overall experience.
The epilogue is truly moving, and the actors’ performances were divine. Therefore, I confidently assert that Spare Me Your Mercy is a mature production capable of making you smile, cry, and fall in love with the dynamic and chemistry of the main couple, making it an excellent choice for those looking to escape routine BLs and for anyone who loves reflecting on ethical questions through such rich storytelling.
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The best BL series to end the year.
As a devoted reader of the novel, I approached the series Spare Me Your Mercy with high expectations, knowing the depth of the original work. Despite the challenges inherent in adapting such a layered narrative, the series not only meets but surpasses those expectations, proving to be a remarkable adaptation. Compressing two books into just eight episodes is no small feat, yet the series achieves this with grace and finesse, delivering a story that feels both faithful to its source material and engaging in its own right.This series stands as one of the finest examples of the BL genre. The chemistry between the leads is palpable, but what truly stands out is its ability to balance romance with profound themes. It doesn’t merely cater to romantic desires but dares to touch on issues of morality, choice, and humanity.
The intricate development of the main relationship offers a refreshing depth, where affection is a bit rushed but builds naturally. The acting in this series is nothing short of extraordinary. The cast, particularly the leads, delivers compelling. The emotional range displayed is remarkable, with the actors seamlessly transitioning between moments of lightheartedness and gut-wrenching sorrow. The ability to convey such intense emotion through subtle expressions and minimal dialogue highlights the actors' exceptional talent (as expected from Tor and Jaylerr)
The chemistry between the leads isn't just about romantic tension—it’s about their characters’ growth (how Wassan tries to understand why the doc did the euthanasia), their struggles, and their love for each other amidst adversity. The actors breathe life into the narrative, making each scene unforgettable.
The music of Spare Me Your Mercy is a crucial part of its success. The soundtrack is carefully chosen to reflect Wassan's feelings. Please give the applause for P'Nont Tanont.
Spare Me Your Mercy is also visually mesmerizing. The cinematography captures the beauty of its setting with an artistry that’s rare in the BL series.
One of the most powerful and courageous aspects of Spare Me Your Mercy is its exploration of the euthanasia issue. The series does not shy away from delving into this morally complex and sensitive issue, offering a nuanced portrayal of the characters’ struggles between the laws of euthanasia and the lives of critically ill patients. Euthanasia, often a difficult subject, is addressed with the utmost respect and delicacy. The series raises important ethical questions, challenging viewers to confront their own beliefs about autonomy, suffering, and the right to die with dignity.
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One of the best shows I watched this year, I'm never watching it again /j
The show was great, the moral/ethical discussions took most of the plot with little space to romance, which I personally don't mind (I started the show keeping in mind that the romance was only a background factor).If you're as biased as I am about the topics in the show it can be a little bit frustrating, especially towards the end, but it's frustrating in a good way (?) if you get what I mean.
The mistery keeps you watching, even if a little bit predictable, and a few plot wholes and continuity errors weren't big enough to take away the focus from the actual story.
Great show overall but I DEFINITELY need to watch something more lighthearted before even thinking of rewatching this one.
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met me at the wrong time
i liked it to some extent. great casting, sometimes the plot was too much for me in the aspect of keeping up my interest. jj and tor are pairing i did not expect but they made it work somehow. normally this kind of show is right up my alley, sadly it didn’t fully klick with me this time. my focus and taste lies somewhere else these days, although i think that they portrayed a very important topic and showed the conflicts you can have with euthanasia. maybe i will revisit spare me your mercy one day.Vond je deze recentie nuttig?
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Review: Spare Me Your Mercy (A.K.A Euthanasia)
For all fans of suspense, medical drama, and investigative thrillers with deep questions about morality and ethics, THIS SERIES IS FOR YOU.I’ve always loved diving into the worlds created by Sammon, and I’m captivated by how she explores and brings to light the underlying themes in her novels. Two of her works that stand out for me—making her a must-read author—are Manner of Death (which tackles human and drug trafficking, sexual abuse, abortion, and homicide) and Triage (which deals with the illegal trade of human organs).
Now, Spare Me Your Mercy is nothing short of a masterpiece. I read the first book of the novel and loved every second of it. It challenges your morals and beliefs about euthanasia, questioning whether states have the legitimacy to interfere with an individual’s right to choose in situations where only pain and tears remain until the final breath.
I was positively surprised by the changes made in the series and found them well-executed. I especially appreciated how the series incorporated the debate about the right to choose life or death in the final stages of cancer, alongside the moral and legal dilemmas surrounding it.
The casting of Tor and JJ was excellent, in my opinion. They perfectly embodied the characters, bringing the maturity required for the story. Unlike teenagers, the protagonists are young adults in their thirties, with well-formed ideals and convictions, which gave the series a more mature tone in line with its complex themes.
A standing ovation for Tor! Watching him, I saw Kantapat exactly as I imagined while reading the novel—his mannerisms, suspicious glances, and compassionate approach toward his patients were spot on. The way Tor portrays emotions and pulls you into the character’s journey is remarkable. I cried alongside him in the series’ final moments.
The cinematography was masterfully crafted, the OST was breathtaking with Nont’s voice, and the performances by Tor, JJ, and all the supporting cast were remarkable and a true pleasure to watch.
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One of the season’s most intriguing elements was Tew discovering that his beloved was the one performing euthanasia on several patients, including his own mother. It was powerful to see Kantapat offer his perspective, clarifying that his actions stemmed from a desire to relieve unbearable suffering and provide his patients with a dignified death.
The final scene, where Tew gives Gun a flower symbolizing forgiveness and confesses his love, was deeply moving. It was a perfect mix of love and duty as Tew, being a law enforcement officer, ultimately had to fulfill his duty. Despite Kantapat’s convictions, he had crossed legal boundaries.
I sincerely hope there’s a second season. Now, I can’t wait to read the second book and once again immerse myself in the emotional and thought-provoking universe that only Sammon can create.
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discutibile
La serie tenta di affrontare il delicato tema dell'eutanasia, ma lo fa in modo discutibile, secondo me.La trama sembra voler mescolare thriller, mistero e romanticismo ma, seppur promettente, a parer mio, risulta a tratti confusa e poco coerente.
Associare il dibattito sull'eutanasia a crimini violenti distorce la complessità etica e legale del tema, risultando pregiudizievole. L'infermiere é un vero e proprio serial killer, e il dottore non é da meno. A prescindere dalle eutanasie effettuate, ha tentato di uccidere l'infermiere per non farlo parlare e poi lo ha eliminato definitivamente in ospedale, con la complicità dell'infermiera. Per salvarsi la pelle! Pare che nel romanzo, Kan venga arrestato e mandato in prigione solo a causa di questo omicidio. Tew non lo persegue mai per le sue eutanasie, nonostante sappia sia stato lui a somministrarla alla madre. Vorrei che lo avessero mantenuto, penso che aggiunga un'altra dimensione a entrambi i personaggi in termini di profondità e ambiguità.
La storia d'amore risulta poco convincente. Kan sembra dichiararsi solo per sviare Tew dalle indagini, e quest’ultimo accetta di vivere con lui senza basi solide: non c’è chimica reale tra i due, né momenti significativi che giustifichino la loro relazione. Neanche un bacio, prima di andare a vivere insieme. La narrazione accelera troppo questa dinamica, sacrificando lo sviluppo emotivo necessario per rendere credibile il legame.
In sintesi, per me la serie manca di coerenza narrativa e di sensibilità nel trattare argomenti così complessi. Posso apprezzare il tentativo di affrontare argomenti delicati senza scadere nel solito BL trash ma il risultato finale lascia molto a desiderare.
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Not bad, just bland
In the world of Sammon related series, which now I’ve watched 6, Spare Me Your Mercy is better than DFF or Bite Me, but it’s no Manner of Death. Its biggest flaw is maybe being the most boring one, even with just 8 episodes.The cast is by far the best part about this series. JJ and Tor were the perfect choice for Tew and Kan. Their individual scenes and most non-romantic scenes together were always great.
But I feel like the script got in the way of the scenes where we needed romance/feelings. The romance feels extremely rushed and forced. It could’ve worked in a plot where every move had second intentions. Which maybe was the idea, but not with a great execution. It’s a bland cat and mouse dynamic. No one is ever two step ahead. I never understood if Tew was too gullible, stupid or just pretending to believe everything Kan was saying. Tew caught Kan in lies several times, but always turned around and came back to Kan. So I have to say he’s half gullible and half stupid.
Unfortunately, by the end I feel like Spare Me Your Mercy is basically a watered down version of Sammon’s very own MoD or the sublime HIStory Trapped. It kinda would make more sense, since I never really believed their true love, for Kan to never confess and the couple to end up apart.
I’m really curious to read a Sammon story and find out if her endings are all super rushed as in the adaptations or the shows she acts as a screenwriter.
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Values versus reality
This was a very well written series. It had a complex developed plot for only eight episodes. The series presented the dilemma of a palliative care healthcarer.On the one hand you have the sanctity of life and on the other hand you have the compassion toward continued unnecessary pain in a terminal patient. This is probably one of the few BL series that dares to address a controversial societal issue.
The sexual tension and attraction of the two male leads was palpable. Unfortunately the relationship between the two men was doomed from the beginning. Both the palliative care doctor and the policeman had unwavering convictions related to their respective professions. I will definitely watch this again because the quality of this series was excellent.
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SPARED ME THEIR MERCY
The Drama is all about Mercy Killing whether it Ethical or not, if we will be studying the story or what this drama is all about, this will be a huge discussion that not some opinion could be enough to make it convincingly right or wrong as everyone have a different opinions--same has gone with the leads of this Drama, The Doctor who performs mercy Killing and the Police who stands at the law.It is too cruel that of all the worlds unfairness they would fall in love and both of their perceptions have to compromised as The Police's Mother happens to be one of the the Doctor's patient and have them mercy killed.( Mercy Killing is not the exact word used in this drama but this is more understandable to me so I used it )
as chaos up rise due to multiple mysterious killing The police at the end was able to stand on his values even when he has to put to Jail the person he became fond unto .. The Doctor.
Great Actors have come together inside this drama everyone was excellent on their representation of their characters , facial expressions and perfect dialogues made this drama excellent. This has broken the BL stereotype that we usually know that made it extra special and moving as you try to go through with it
There was no much romance on this drama but it was perfect with, the ending seems to be not complete but the way it ended was perfect that made us conclude on ourselves what happens next after the last scene
It was perfect , it was exceptional . I really do hope people out there will do more BL like this definitely a recommendable one
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Suspenseful and Thrilling
I was really excited to watch Spare Me Your Mercy when it started airing because I'm a sucker for crime dramas. The premise of this one was especially unique - catching a killer that might not even be the bad guy? The cast was absolutely incredible, and the show had me on the edge of my seat every episode. I do wish this was a 10-12 ep series instead, just because there were a few things I wish they could have explored deeper, but it is absolutely worth the watch.Tew (JJ) is a detective who decided to transfer to a rural town to be near his mom, who is dying of ovarian cancer with only a few months to live. However, right as he goes to see her after transferring, he learns she has passed away months before the doctor said she would. Hurt and confused, Tew does to talk to Dr. Kan (Tor), the palliative care expert in the town. Kan explains that this isn't uncommon with terminally ill patients and Tew doesn't think too much more about it - until terminally ill patients start dying prematurely all over this rural town. With few suspects and a growing suspicion of Kan, Tew tries to keep him close; Kan seems to be trying to keep Tew close as well, and though he says it's because he's developing a crush on him, Tew remains unconvinced. Unclear motives from both parties create tension in this slowburn relationship, and as more and more deaths occur prematurely, the need to find out the truth may outweigh any feelings the two have for each other.
This show was truly incredible. I would recommend watching for the thriller/suspense/mystery elements more than the relationship, because truly the story is about the deaths and not the romance. However, JJ and Tor do an amazing job portraying these characters. A cold and tough detective determined to find out the truth paired with the bright and kind doctor was a great match. The acting, effects, and writing were all fantastic. Plot twists weren't necessarily predictable, but they were built into the story well enough to not feel like I was being blindsided by nonsensical twists in the story. The framing of certain scenes to intentionally throw the viewer off was super fun too. Even though I thought they could have played up the tension in the relationship and that a few more episodes would have helped flesh some things out more, I thought the story was fantastic and loved the way it wrapped up. One of my favorites of 2024 for sure.
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Another masterpiece to make you fall in love with P'Sammon's writing
The story asks an important and really controversial question, next to "To be or not to be?"; which is- is it okay to perform Euthanasia?Just as the name of the original story goes, and the name of series is in line with the meaning of the story.
The story really keeps you on edge, making you guess who the suspect might be, and yet still, it makes your mind boggle as yet new hint points keep coming up- right when you feel like maybe you got the point.
P'Tor as well as P'JJ have really done amazing job. I really the acting when the actors speak with their eyes- it shows how great an actor they are.
As you go on with each episode, you keep on suspecting one character, yet you really don't want to do that. And till the end, I was not convinced with the overall idea of Euthanasia, but the last episode made me change my mind again. Whether anyone should get it done, and whether anyone should do it, rather has any right to do it- is the question that stays till the end, and they have been beautifully answered by the characters and their decisions in the end. Yes, that's what the end means.
It will not give you a conclusion, but will set you free to make your own opinion.
Yet another story that makes me a lifetime fan of P'Sammon's writing ❤️
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