Mirinae Lee

Excellent novel of love, deceit, honesty and survival in Korea in the past century. The main character takes on many roles during her life, including murderer, spy and lover, to survive and try to take care of herself and those she loves.

Engrossing and rich in historical detail but so very tough in parts — especially the sex slavery during war time and the patriarchal physical abuse in childhood. This book was hard for me to read at times - I had to give myself breaks due to the intensity of subject matter.