Kill the Lights

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Mason was a mercenary, until the day he died on a mission after being betrayed by his unit.

At the same time, there was a Hollywood actor named Haley Lusk. While famous as a child actor, as an adult, he grew addicted to drugs and s*x. With a nasty personality and sub-par acting ability, Haley was disliked, yet he still confessed to Noah Raycarlton in front of the world causing him to be hated by most people. Then one day, he suddenly had a heart attack and died.

Noah Raycarlton is the young CEO of a big company. Though not a celebrity, his mother was an immensely popular actress. Due to his good looks and kindness, he is loved by everyone.

Mason thought he was dead for sure, but he woke up in the hospital full of people he didn’t know. They told him that they were his family and called him Haley. He was so confused, and people told him that he had a heart attack due to overdose and died for a while.

He realizes that his soul went inside of this Hollywood actor Haley Lusk, and he decides to live a second life. But because of things that Haley did, he has a difficult time with Noah and other people. Mason finds out right away that in his old life, he knew Noah as a child.

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King of No Killing
King of No Killing rated it
September 25, 2020
Status: hidden track
"You killed my god".

This sentence alone justified why the ML is like that. Exaggeration? Pfft. I don't think so. Most of the readers here saw the ML's sudden change of behaviour or character development as something exaggerated. The change wasn't sudden at all.

Do remember that he didn't have any romantic or s*xual desire towards the MC after all those years (which is what he thought) until his possessiveness was pushed to the limit. He's just keeping it inside and when he realized that something he truly wanted, who left him... more>> twice and already died once, came back to life and was within his grasp then of course he will behave like that.

Actually, I am quite impressed of how the ML respects the MC. He didn't hold him back and tie him down. Unlike what the other readers have commented here, the ML didn't threaten the MC that he will kill himself if he leaves him. ML was just voicing his thoughts. And mind you, he has mental issues. Who wouldn't be fcked up in the head and feel like dying from the thought of your most important person might die anytime, that you don't have the right to keep him safe by your side, that you don't have a say in everything he does? Yes, his thoughts are very obsessive and possessive but it's only until there. Sighhh. I really pity the ML here. Unlike the usual yandere MLs that I read, Noah didn't have the thought of "You are mine alone". And for our MC, I just want to explain to everyone that it is normal to have vague feelings, to be unsure. How can he just conclude that he loves the ML? How do you even describe love anyway? Isn't what the MC explained clear enough? It's enough for us readers to understand what he thinks of Noah. And I quote his conclusion, "In the world, if you said the greatest emotion in a relationship would be love, then this was truly love.". There! Moreover, I agree on the part that this novel was very, very short which made their romantic relationship development seem to be rushed. But if you'll think about it both MC and ML already had this unknown feeling and attachment towards each other since a long time.

There were chapters that I couldn't stop grinning out of excitement and thrill. The MC's expertise with guns and in action left me breathless. They said that the MC's intelligence seems to degrade as the chapters progressed and as he spent more time with ML. But do understand that not all MCs will be indifferent or their behaviors stay consistent. There are a lot of people in real life whose attitudes change depending on the people they are with. It's quite normal to let your guard down or even look s*upid in front of someone you're affectionate with.

Oh did I mention how cool the MC is? Yes, he's so fckng cool. Haha. Not really badass and savage but I really like his temperament and how he handled the situation. It's just very disappointing that this is so damn short! T^T

Anywayyyyy, I also agree that this is very similar to At the End of the Road. I enjoyed reading this. But this still can't be compared to how good the novel Professional Body Double is. And even though the translation was not topnotch but still it didn't affect the quality of the story. Very grateful to the translators and proofreaders for making it possible for all of us to understand and enjoy this novel.

Since I did enjoy reading it and gave me that thrill I felt when I was still reading Skip Beat so I am giving this a 4.5 rating.

P.S.: The Xanax made me cry🙃 <<less
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Chitn00
Chitn00 rated it
September 7, 2020
Status: Completed
I can enjoy complicated and dark pairings but only if they're written well. While the context of this novel felt promising, the romance... turned out quite bland. The couple in this novel came together in the least interesting way and barely put in the work to develop their relationship in order to justify the novel's sweet ending.

A lot of other 2-3 star rating reviews cover the same issues I had with the writing: disappointing character development/regression, sporadic romance development, uninteresting story beats, and wasted potential. I won't go into that... more>> further, but I had to write from the perspective of someone who also typically would not mind a chaotic ML.

This story has a lot of wasted potential but it is a passable read if you aren't precious about the characters and the development of the main character's relationship. The MC had his moments, as did some side characters, and the premise was promising enough for me to hope things would get better up until the last few chapters, but when I realised how short the story was in general, the disappointment fully settled in.

Side note: Despite my disappointment in the light novel, I appreciate the work of the translators. I could see the effort put into their localisation of terms. <<less
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UsuiAh
UsuiAh rated it
July 8, 2020
Status: sidetrack 6 part1
At first, Noah’s reactions seemed ambiguous or too over the top. But flashbacks and characters’ inner thoughts provided good, acceptable explanations on why they were like that.

Aside from brushing on psychological aspects, it’s like a roller coaster of scenes, from downright grubby dirty to ridiculous, to touchingly sweet.

I understand why in the end, a lot of reviews were 5 stars. It was almost completely satisfying. If only the last 2 sidetracks were not missing. (Pls post them ??)
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mariri 199x_
mariri 199x_ rated it
May 3, 2020
Status: Completed
This is so. soooo. goood!!!

The MC is really badass. Although he seems a bit detached, he also cates very deeply for the ML. And the origin of his "type" (in women) made mt heart go awww. Throughout the story, whatever he decided on, he stood by it.

The ML was not all right in the head, but he loves MC so much. I found it both romantic and tragic that the world without MC is a world he couldnt accept. ML has serious issues, and I'm not sure anyone --not even... more>> MC-- knew the extent of it. I wish there were more sidetrack exploring his abandonment issues. I like how Mason does not shy away from the ML, regardless if it were bedroom stuff or serious talks.

I also think that one more avenue the extras could have explored was the original Haley's fascination with witchcraft stuff, which I'm pretty sure played a role in why Mason took over his body. Wasn't it implied heavily, but not confirmed? And I also thought that Haley could have been made to an even more sympathetic character...

The side characters were all also pretty fun. Phil, Tony, Chase, and Vick. And, ughk, I want to know how the stalker sidetrack ends, but the main story as it is is enough, I guess.... <<less
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ike_00000
ike_00000 rated it
July 15, 2019
Status: Completed
It's not bad. Tbh I really really liked the premise so I was hoping for a bit better (Noah suspected too early..) but given the length of the novel it's still pretty decent.

I like where the author was trying to take MC and ML's characters. I don't feel like it QUITE got there yet, but I like the idea of it. Plot was also pretty decent, nothing really in the story to complain about. It wasn't amazing, but still a decent read.

The writing / translation is a little iffy though,... more>> not that it was hard to understand but the flow was a little weird. Just get used to it lol <<less
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a190619
a190619 rated it
June 19, 2019
Status: Completed
The concept is pretty interesting, and I like how the MC isn't too much of a pushover in the beginning, but at the same time I do have some qualms with his origins as a high-spec, skilled mercenary, because his actions often contradict the expectations you would have, given his background -- though admittedly he's living the life of a 'regular guy' now, so...

I do wish there was more focus on his origins and previous relationships, such as his wife and daughter. It's nice reading how his current career as... more>> an actor slowly develops though, and the mini movie scenes and dialogue are pretty well-written. The director is hands down my favourite character in this novel, he never fails to make me laugh at his ridiculous antics.

I also feel like the relationships between the MC and the side characters aren't very fleshed out, though given the length I suppose it can't be helped. The ML is also pretty psychotic, which especially shows in the R scenes. Quite a lot of dub-con also occurs with not much resolution, but those scenes are fairly skippable. Hovers around a 3.5 for me. <<less
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RottenApple
RottenApple rated it
June 1, 2019
Status: Completed
This novel takes a unusual take on rebirth trope. It is more like body changing but well I like it. They are many sub plots that makes you want for more and the way the characters were portrayed were astounding.

For the ML

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he was described in story that have few mental issues and I dont really know myself if I liked him or not, since his actions and personality keeps me going back and forth to that fine line whether I hated him or I loved him. To be honest I cant decipher the thoughts of ML. But one thing for sure, he was obsessed with Mason

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But the MC
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I really loved him. The way he is indifferent and somewhat softhearted (to the ML) at the same time.

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The only thing that really makes me take a few steps back from this story is the smexy scenes. Since it was between the line of dub-con and r*pe.

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it was really hard for me to take when the first time they did it. Especially since the MC is straight and he had a wife and a daughter (thats already dead). Although the way the author wrote it was hot. It seema r*pe to me even though the MC's current body is le*d. It just *shivers* feels wrong. I think all of the R scenes are like that. Well it feels like that.

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But if you can handle it. This is truly an amazing story to read. <<less
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Boinkers
Boinkers rated it
November 27, 2018
Status: Completed
I wish the author would consider continuing this. Its a pretty good story.

Acting skill of mason is pretty much like 'skip beat' and I like it so much! ? To the translator, thank you so much!! ?
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tkok12
tkok12 rated it
June 2, 2018
Status: sidetrack 4 part1
This novel is very interesting with how the MC actually got caught that he (transmigrated?) went into another body. ML caught the MC even when he went into another body. Though it is a little skeptical, it was good.

It would have been more understandable if the ML knew the mc's quirkes and stuff, but he was a mercanery so it's understandable how he won't know much. The MC is more realistic in how he tries to adapt to his new body and new lifestyle. And then there is the ML that tries to reason that the MC isn't the MC, when he transfered into another body. It's sweet how they are eachother's strength and weakness. The translation is also great in convaying all of this.

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though the MC only had about 2 times when he had s*x with the ml, it was quite detailed. &Gt;~<

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i wish the author wrote more about the time when the MC met the ML again as a bodyguard, when ML was in his teens and after MC rescued the ML when he was like 7 years old. And also the MC heard that the ML lost his memory when he was kidnapped so how did he regain it?

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zevron
zevron rated it
March 1, 2018
Status: sidetrack 4
I have to say, before this I never liked any BL smut reads since Viewfinder. The plot was interesting. And it does give you cliff hangers.

The MC is so likeable, but ML is... err, I guess he's too well affectionate (?). But anyways, it's a nice read for those who are trying to find BL with a bit of suspense and smut so yeah it's worth my 5 stars.
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Aria
Aria rated it
February 9, 2018
Status: sidetrack 4 part1
I seriously love the story concept!

Unlike most stories, the transmigator's back story serves as a major plotline.

Strangely enough, even I don't know why I can't give this story 5 star...

Is it the weird sound effect korean story made? Or the random interchanging use of ' and " which confuses me of which sentence is thought and which is spoken out loud? Or perhaps it's the fact that this story violates 'safe, sane, consensual' at almost all R scene : (?

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Don't get me wrong, I love forceful lead and bd*m even, but...

Few chapters in, we know ML had mental issues and it shows @_@

MC is straight, and we know he really wants to keep being straight, sadly his new body and ML didn't allow that...

For the R scene, MC repeatedly begging ML to stop, and he didn't! And to make it worse, ML knew MC didn't truly like being f-ed like that, but he still does it anyway! >__<) ;

Placing the 'It's not r*pe if the body enjoys it! Who cares what the mind wants?' Issues aside, I don't like the convenient events either.

You would think that if someone had dealings with darker/less than legal side, they would invest on good security or at least have enough self-awareness to not get randomly mugged, something which the MC points out ==) a

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In the end, most of my complains won't be there if only the author didn't make events where MC thought/said things against it. <<less
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Otwentyfirst
Otwentyfirst rated it
January 25, 2018
Status: sidetrack 4 part1
A fun and enjoyable read with nicely developed characters and good story pacing.

In reread list.
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ResidentialPsycho
ResidentialPsycho rated it
December 17, 2017
Status: sidetrack 4
The set-up of having a hard-core mercenary accidentally possess the body of a flamboyantly gay druggie and public toilet weakling who is well-hated by the populace is really funny to read. Haley was used by his family members and pushed around quite a bit, but Mason is not putting up with any of that. I enjoyed reading how Mason turned the apparent underdog into an up-and-coming celebrity star.

If you aren't interested in BL, you can skip those scenes and still have a good time reading this series. The plot is... more>> fun and a touch dramatic. The characters keep cracking me up, especially those on the set. <<less
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cyanat
cyanat rated it
August 1, 2017
Status: --
kill the lights was an interesting take on the reincarnation trope. I think it told its story quite well - it didnt drag on unnecessarily, had enough content and sub-plots to develop the story & relationships, and concluded in a natural way. its definitely not a think piece - personally, it was a nice, light read that wont leave you wanting closure.

characters were likable too - I honestly really liked mason as the protagonist, if only because he was at the very least capable and in control of himself. he... more>> was, for the most part, level headed and mature, relative to other mcs, and I found myself rooting for him a lot. his story is not all smooth sailing, and there were bumps along the way that he had to face, but watching him overcome them made me proud of him lol. u go, mason.

noah was alright as a love interest. the romance was... there, but it couldve been better. not much to say re: s*x scenes because translated ones always read awkwardly to me personally so I skipped those. still quite a nice relationship because I felt they were, roughly, on equal grounds? and they do seem to care for the other a lot.

overall, id reccommend it if you were thinking of picking it up. its a killer time waster, so to speak <<less
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lilychan25
lilychan25 rated it
July 26, 2017
Status: sidetrack c3 part3
The MC, Mason is a mercenary whose soul drifts into a gay actor Haley, aka Hollywood tr*sh after he dies. Worst thing, before the original passed away he confessed to Noah, the richest and most charming man, in the country!

Join Mason as he tries to start over, now that he got a second chance.

He turns Haley's life style upside down and swears to keep a distance from Noah.

... more>> Only problem is everyone seems to be too interested in Newly changed Haley especially Noah..

Noah has a bit of an obsession with Mason. So now he is directing all that focus on Haley. <<less
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Maiasia
Maiasia rated it
July 11, 2017
Status: sidetrack 3 part1
LOVE IT! It's truly a good find. The translation is awesomely done. The plot is engaging, the characters are both endearing. I really like how they are both each other's weakness and strength. Their relationship is simply really sweet. As to what many commenters have been saying, the only similar things between this and True Star is that the MC died and transmigrated (am I using the right term?) into the body of a failing idol. Well, they do both have endearing MC, possessive lovers, and is superbly translated, but... more>> otherwise the stories are very different. Both are gems in their own rights, both are sweet and sexy in their own ways, and if you're not iffy about BL then both are novels I strongly reccommend you read. <<less
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MukuruA
MukuruA rated it
July 29, 2016
Status: v12c5
The characters have personality and the interaction between Raynoah and Haley/Mason is bittersweet. I love how Mason deals with Haley's xxx cousins, but it's sad at the same time because you can tell how Haley got driven into a corner. This story and plot leaves me wanting more with each chapter ;w; So good! Translator is also super interactive with her readers <3 I keep reading this :3 and I tap on the chapter so fast when it comes out :333
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nj
nj rated it
July 17, 2016
Status: c12 part2
This really is a gem. Dont mind the BL tag and honestly I am not a fan of yaoi either. But if you miss this novel it will be a shame. Avoid the parts that makes you uncomfortable and give this novel a shot.

MC is not similar to those flowery boys in other yaoi genre. He has a personality as well as charisma moreover he knows how to say NO. The author did a wonderful job in creating this novel as the story is thick with plots and twists. There... more>> is action as well as drama, narration is on another level altogether. I get goosebumps reading some chapters (the good kind) <<less
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JerryHatrick
JerryHatrick rated it
April 18, 2016
Status: --
As of c11 part1: I was pleasantly surprised while reading this. I was hesitant to read this due to the yaoi tag, and even more so when the violent scenes in the first few chapters were somewhat detailed. Since the author had no problems going into that much detail (perhaps it's more accurate to say it's uncensored, rather than detailed?) I figured that, when/if there's a s*x scene, that I'm going to be feeling awfully uncomfortable...

As of c11 part1, there is no s*x scene, but I agree with Ninish.... more>> There will definitely be a s*x scene.
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After all, there was a brief m*sturbation scene.

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The best thing is that the story doesn't throw homosexuality in your face. Some stories end up more about pushing homosexuality with the story suffering for it.

I'm a huge, huge lover of Skip Beat! and am always on the lookout for good acting stories. Admittedly the focus isn't on the acting in this, it's more about how his previous life experiences affects (comes out in) his acting, but it's still interesting to read.

All in all, it's a very good read and Korean Novels have done a good job with the translation. <<less
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Colourfulxunicorn
Colourfulxunicorn rated it
May 16, 2022
Status: Completed
Its a realistic novel (apart from the soul swap thing) so don't expect fluffiness and rainbows. And I liked the realness of it. How PTSD and mental illness can be so scary and how much control they can have over someone. I liked seeing how they learned to deal with their feelings for each other and learnt what was important and necessary in their relationship.

Read the tags before you start it. If you're triggered by those I suggest not reading this book. But if you're OK, this book is really... more>> worth your time. <<less
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