A review by gbmillar2002
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

adventurous challenging dark emotional informative reflective sad tense medium-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Character
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? Yes
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.25

An amazing family saga. They way Min Jin Lee explains the trials and tribulations of this family is impeccable. The unique perspective of  how Korean immigrants feel about Korea, Japon, the west and thei position in it is fascinating.