A review by worlds_to_conquer
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

dark emotional sad tense medium-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? Plot
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated

5.0

I went into this book expecting it to be challenging to read as I don’t read much historical fiction, but boy was I wrong. It is so easily accessible and you grow attached to the characters so fast that when things start to happen, you feel your heart break over and over again. It is an incredible piece of literature spanning over 4 generations of one family, which is also what adds to its charm being so exceptional. The detail to historical accuracy is also top notch. I am so glad I did decide to read this and I know those characters will stay with me forever.