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A review by rachaellv
We Do Not Part by Han Kang
challenging
emotional
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? N/A
- Loveable characters? N/A
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
3.5
The author's writing style flows beautifully & often felt poetic in a way.
Graphic: Death, Genocide, Torture, Death of parent, Colonisation, War
The novel largely reflects on a real world tragedy - Jeju uprising (aka Jeju massacre) - ~14,000-30,000 people died, though some say 80,000 died. The subject matter might be inappropriate or too upsetting for some readers.