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4.5
An inspiring story and a perspective that makes you rethink the things you complain about.
An inspiring story and a perspective that makes you rethink the things you complain about.
3.5
Absolutely tragic story overall. Some area's just didn't have enough explanation on just how they came about imo. Of course given the subject matter, too much description may have not made it an enjoyable read either.
Absolutely tragic story overall. Some area's just didn't have enough explanation on just how they came about imo. Of course given the subject matter, too much description may have not made it an enjoyable read either.
challenging
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emotional
hopeful
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inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
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One of the books that everyone should read. Puts our privileged and comfortable lives in a perspective.
challenging
dark
emotional
informative
medium-paced
This book took me awhile to read. Yeonmi Park had an unimaginable childhood that was so dark that even without writing in details and with intense emotions I still had chills and needed to take multiple breaks to wrap my head around how much evil some experience in their childhood. Yeonmi's memoir had me reeling in shock, horror and crying throughout the pages. I learned about the abuse, neglect and brainwashing that is considered daily life in North Korea. I learned about the huge human trafficking problem within China and how even if South Korea gives North Koreans freedom, they are still foreigners living 5 decades in the past.
I did not give 5 stars, cause her writing is not the best, which makes sense since English is her 3rd? language.
I did not give 5 stars, cause her writing is not the best, which makes sense since English is her 3rd? language.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Child abuse, Trafficking, Kidnapping
Moderate: Adult/minor relationship, Rape, Sexual violence, Medical trauma
Minor: Self harm, Abortion
3.5/5 interesting story about a teenage girl escaping North Korea. I listened to the book and I wish it was read by her.
No words of review can do this book full justice but I will say this: the way this is written, so raw and informal, is incredibly impactful. It’s like hearing the worst story from your most resilient friend, one that is unimaginable and filled with a courage that most of us can’t even fathom possessing. I cannot recommend this more. The insight that this memoir gives into the North Korean regime is valuable and horrifying.
5/5
5/5
dark
hopeful
informative
inspiring
fast-paced
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
fast-paced
This is such an important book that I think everyone should read. It really makes you appreciate so much that we take for granted.