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A review by adamgolden
A River in Darkness: One Man's Escape from North Korea by Masaji Ishikawa
4.0
(4/5★)
A harrowing and disheartening tale of Masaji Ishikawa's escape from North Korea. While this is mentioned in the title, it really only pertains to a small portion of the book - most of his story takes place over the 36 years he lived in North Korea. If there was ever a book to read to make you feel grateful for your life and what you have, this is it. Ishikawa is constantly faced with diversity and insurmountable circumstances, but still manages to push through even the worst of travesties with pure resolve and devotion to his family. After all was said and done, he wasn't rewarded with what he deserved and desired, which may be the saddest part of all.
A harrowing and disheartening tale of Masaji Ishikawa's escape from North Korea. While this is mentioned in the title, it really only pertains to a small portion of the book - most of his story takes place over the 36 years he lived in North Korea. If there was ever a book to read to make you feel grateful for your life and what you have, this is it. Ishikawa is constantly faced with diversity and insurmountable circumstances, but still manages to push through even the worst of travesties with pure resolve and devotion to his family. After all was said and done, he wasn't rewarded with what he deserved and desired, which may be the saddest part of all.