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Heartwarming slice-of-life story: Offers readers an authentic glimpse into everyday Korean life and community bonds
Realistic character development: Deeply humanizes the main characters and their journeys of personal growth
Uplifting themes of kindness and redemption: Inspires hope and encourages readers to embrace second chances
Award-winning translation: Translated from Korean by Janet Hong, making it accessible to English-speaking readers
Multiple perspectives: Expands the narrative through the eyes of the convenience store owner, the homeless man, and the store's employees
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Dok-go lives in Seoul Station. He can’t remember his past, and the only thing he knows for certain is that he could really use a drink. When he finds a lost wallet filled with documents, his life is drastically changed.
Mrs. Yeom, a retired history teacher and current owner of her neighborhood’s corner store, is distraught over the loss
Author
Kim Ho Yeon
Translator
Janet Hong
Publisher
Doubleday (US), Doubleday (UK), Penguin Random House (UK)
Publication Date
April 2024 (US), April 2024 (UK), April 2024 (Australia)
