“Perfect daughter Somyung struggles against her controlling mother's expectations to find her own identity and freedom.”
Like Mother, Like Daughter
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Synopsis
Perfect daughter Somyung struggles against her controlling mother's expectations to find her own identity and freedom.
Beautiful and intelligent, Somyung Gil has spent her life striving to meet her mother's exacting standards of perfection. But beneath the surface of their seemingly ideal relationship lies a growing tension that threatens to unravel everything Somyung has worked for. As she begins to question the true nature of her mother's love and control, Somyung finds herself caught between duty and the desperate need to forge her own path. In a household where appearances are everything and secrets run deep, she must navigate the delicate balance between filial obligation and personal freedom. Will Somyung find the strength to break free and discover who she truly is beyond her mother's expectations? (Source: Webtoon Entertainment)
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Strong agreement
σ 0.87 · scores cluster tight
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Not enough recommend signal yet
↓ 0.50
Running avg · Feb 2023 → Apr 2026
- 10 “Great Webtoon. It's a original from Korea, so if you're not into Korean culture, this may not be an enjoyable read. The plot is very character-driven and the characters are all 3 dimensional with...”
- 10 “This is a true masterpiece. The painting, the dialogue, the narrative are flawless. I like the charm of your drawings. Encourage your storyline to be more than a webtoon The decision to have a...”
- 8 “"Like Mother, Like Daughter" is a psychological thriller manhwa about manipulation, toxic relationships, and the thin line between love and control. The story's strongest point is its intricate...”
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A Manhwa Publication
- Published Aug 2021 – ongoing
- Source Manhwa media type
- Ref. BS-M66915 catalog