![]() Like many countries during this period, Joseon was a patriarchal society. Men may hold the power, but women won’t be stopped You don’t just feel like you’re looking down on each scene, you’re right there in them, standing next to the characters. ![]() June Hur describes everything in such a detail, with a boldness that makes each setting spring out, yet with an understated tone that makes her writing seem effortless. The characters come alive with their dark hair, angled faces, and period dress. You can see the forest, the hanok buildings, the wooden inns, thatched huts, and the police bureau. The narrative is so well written, that each scene feels cinematic. Say goodbye to the 21st century as Joseon (what is now modern-day Korea) rises up around you in all its glory. ![]() So I thought I’d share with you five reasons why you should read it too.Īs soon as you open this book, you step into its world completely. I’m currently reading it and, friends, it’s excellent. Today marks the release date for June Hur’s debut novel, The Silence of Bones. ![]()
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