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caidyn 's review for:
The Red Palace
by June Hur
adventurous
dark
mysterious
tense
medium-paced
Plot or Character Driven:
A mix
Strong character development:
Yes
Loveable characters:
Yes
Diverse cast of characters:
Yes
Flaws of characters a main focus:
Yes
This is probably my favorite book that Hur has written! I'm not very knowledgeable on Korean history, so I loved the chance to immerse myself and find a new topic to read about with the Crown Prince. Plus, I did love the dynamics explored between men and women, the filial duty of a daughter even with the stigma of being a bastard, and other things. Really, just a fantastic read!
Content Warnings
Graphic: Death, Emotional abuse, Misogyny, Blood, Police brutality, Medical content, Medical trauma, Murder, Abandonment, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Torture