First published 2023
In the bustling city of Seoul, the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop stands as a beacon of quiet solace. When Sora inherits the shop from her estranged grandmother, she must confront the ghosts of her family's history hidden within its walls. As she unravels the stories etched into the worn pages, Sora discovers a connection to her own past that could unravel the very fabric of her identity. Navigating the maze of secrets, she must decide whether to embrace the legacy of the bookshop or let it go. At its heart, this is a poignant tale of family, forgiveness, and the transformative power of literature.
Genres: fiction, literary-fiction, contemporary, family-drama
Vibes: emotional, intimate, thought-provoking
Tropes: found-family, secrets
Setting: Hyunam-Dong, Seoul
Period: contemporary
336 pages · Hardcover · Bloomsbury UK & ANZ