Goong Series by So Hee Park

Monarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with Kings, Queens, princes and princesses... moreMonarchy ended long ago in Korea, but there are still other countries with Kings, Queens, princes and princesses. What if Korea had continued monarchism? What if all the beautiful palaces which are now only historical relics were actually filled with people?! What if the glamorous royal family still maintained the palace customs?! Welcome to a world where Korea still has the royal family living their lives! Only for one high school girl, Che-Kyung, is this a tragedy, since she has to marry the prince who apparently is a total jerk! less

Finally, it is the day of the royal marriage! Whether she likes it or not, Che-Kyung is now officially a member of the royal family. But deep inside, all she wants is to go back to her normal life, when she could hang out with her friends and go home to her real family. It might be easier if she could really hate her husband, but even with all his rudeness, he is just too sexy not to look at!

Chae-Kyung and Shin return to their separate quarters at the palace, but the crown princess can't shake the feelings aroused by her new husband. Try as she might, there's no denying it - she's completely fallen for him! When Chae-Kyung lets a confession slips, she braces herself for the prince's rejection. Instead, he doesn't even acknowledge her! Though the suspense is killing Chae-Kyung, does she really want to know what Shin has to say?

After the king grants his late brother a posthumous coronation, the status quo shifts dramatically as his widow, Yul's mother, gains power in the palace. And she definitely has it out for Shin and Chae-Kyung! When the newlyweds are invited to go abroad, it seems like they might be on the road to romance...but with Yul's mammy dearest determined to make the couple miserable, will they even get off the ground?

While Shin visits the royal family in England, Chae-Kyung is left behind in Korea with the recently-appointed daebi, who's doing her best to make the crown princess as miserable as possible. Lonelier than she's felt since her arrival at the palace, Chae-Kyung finds comfort in her growing friendship with Yul. But Shin's having problems of his own in England, where the far-reaching treachery of the daebi sparks scandal... moreWhile Shin visits the royal family in England, Chae-Kyung is left behind in Korea with the recently-appointed daebi, who's doing her best to make the crown princess as miserable as possible. Lonelier than she's felt since her arrival at the palace, Chae-Kyung finds comfort in her growing friendship with Yul. But Shin's having problems of his own in England, where the far-reaching treachery of the daebi sparks scandal. Now in the public eye more than ever, how will the reunited couple fare under constant scrutiny from a gossip-hungry press? less

Hoping to clear the air between Shin and Chae-Kyung, the ladies of the court pressure the young couple to get more intimate. But even a night together may not be enough to push the two close. Amid lingering suspicions of Shin's involvement with Hyo-Rin, Yul takes the offensive in claiming not only his right to the throne, but to Chae-Kyung's heart as well...Will her commitment to her husband and her duty as crown princess prevail?

The entire palace is in an uproar after a fire breaks out in Daebi-Mama's quarters. Is it an accident or is it arson? Chae-Kyung doesn't want to think Shin is involved, but when she slips into Shin's room, she accidentally overhears scraps of a conversation that sound an awful lot like a confession. The investigation almost prevents them from going on their high school trip, but with a little negotiating they're on their way to a cozy, out-of-the-way hotel where the Queen Mother has made some.. moreThe entire palace is in an uproar after a fire breaks out in Daebi-Mama's quarters. Is it an accident or is it arson? Chae-Kyung doesn't want to think Shin is involved, but when she slips into Shin's room, she accidentally overhears scraps of a conversation that sound an awful lot like a confession. The investigation almost prevents them from going on their high school trip, but with a little negotiating they're on their way to a cozy, out-of-the-way hotel where the Queen Mother has made some...special arrangements: The two of them have to share a room! Things are already awkward, but Chae-Kyung can't shake her suspicions, especially when Shin's behavior seems so different from usual... less

Crown Prince Shin and Crown Princess Chae-Kyung are the picture of happiness as they celebrate their first wedding anniversary in a lavish, high-profile public display...but all is not well behind those loving gazes and wide smiles. With the tension between her and Shin growing, Chae-Kyung can't help but look for a way out of her situation. But when the Queen, who is with child, decides to have Chae-Kyung be her proxy, the pressure is on for Chae-Kyung to keep herself and her marriage together... moreCrown Prince Shin and Crown Princess Chae-Kyung are the picture of happiness as they celebrate their first wedding anniversary in a lavish, high-profile public display...but all is not well behind those loving gazes and wide smiles. With the tension between her and Shin growing, Chae-Kyung can't help but look for a way out of her situation. But when the Queen, who is with child, decides to have Chae-Kyung be her proxy, the pressure is on for Chae-Kyung to keep herself and her marriage together. Will she look to Yul for guidance, even if his advice could spell disaster for the royal family that Chae-Kyung is growing to love? less

Waging war from the shadows, Yul and his mother, the Daebi, continue to turn the screws on Korea's royals - and the first casualties in their sights are Crown Prince Shin and Chae-Kyung! Convinced by Yul that an upcoming television interview will be her last chance to talk divorce, Chae-Kyung is distracted from the larger picture by her feelings for her husband and the thought of freedom from oppressive palace life.

As the Daebi fans the flames of suspicion that surround Shin in the royal arson case, the future king finds himself on the verge of losing his once-guaranteed position. But is a royal pregnancy the answer to saving the crown prince's sullied reputation?! The Queen Mother seems to think so, as she packs off Chae-Kyung and Shin to an isolated palace to consummate their marriage... moreAs the Daebi fans the flames of suspicion that surround Shin in the royal arson case, the future king finds himself on the verge of losing his once-guaranteed position. But is a royal pregnancy the answer to saving the crown prince's sullied reputation?! The Queen Mother seems to think so, as she packs off Chae-Kyung and Shin to an isolated palace to consummate their marriage. However, with their relationship running equally cold and hot these days, divorce and romance seem to be a toss-up for the crown princess! Which will Chae-Kyung choose?! less

Much to her dismay, the divorce for which Chae-Kyung pined so desperately in the early days of her marriage to Crown Prince Shin is now imminent, thanks to a case of palace blackmail. But with Shin's right to the throne hanging in the balance, the crown princess has no choice but to keep the situation a secret from him and steel herself against the husband she now loves... moreMuch to her dismay, the divorce for which Chae-Kyung pined so desperately in the early days of her marriage to Crown Prince Shin is now imminent, thanks to a case of palace blackmail. But with Shin's right to the throne hanging in the balance, the crown princess has no choice but to keep the situation a secret from him and steel herself against the husband she now loves. And no one is more confused by the sudden cold wind blowing through their marriage than Shin himself! Conflicted between antagonizing Chae-Kyung about her apparent change of heart and getting to the bottom of the divorce proceedings, Shin continues to push Chae-Kyung further away. But as the news of the divorce leaks to the media, will it already be too late for Shin to realize the error of his ways? less

The final volume of Goong is a collection of short stories that ranges from the past to the future of the main story. From the dreamy tale of a concubine who meets her future selves to a retelling of Prince Shin's and Princess Chae-Kyung's first night together, these side stories showcase the inner workings behind the Palace.