error detection. The
novel Error Detected follows the life of high-achieving Oh Seungpyo who is struggling to come to terms with his life changing when he enters high school and no longer is at the top of his class. The talented Ryu Jaemin, new to their school, has taken Seungpyo’s place at the top. Jealous and leading Jaemin down a path of rivalry, Seungpyo cannot help but feel inferior to the boy. As the two boys compete with each other for academic glory, Seungpyo becomes obsessed with watching Jaemin, and can often be found hiding in the background, watching every move the boy makes. When the two boys accidentally swap phones on a rainy night, Seungpyo is shocked by the error detected when he starts to read through Jaemin’s phone. What he reads changes everything and the two boys are forced to confront their complicated relationship as they come to terms with the secrets of the other.
This is not just a simple rivalry between two excellent students trying to be on top in their studies. We must acknowledge there are many deeper psychological currents at play including
Envy and
identity crises as well as what effects technology has had on human relationships. As “Error Detected” continues on to its 45th chapter, Oh Seungpyo and Ryu Jaemin’s ever-changing relationships will surely keep readers engrossed. Meanwhile, its
dramatic elements of the story make “Error Detected” an excellent shounen ai/drama for readers of all backgrounds. The novel is currently translated into many languages and is being read by people from all over the world.
'Error Detected' is another great series for readers who enjoy well-developed characters that readers can easily relate to. A further look at the effects of technology on personal relationships as well as on how one deals with it makes this an excellent addition to the young adult fiction genre.