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A River in Darkness: One Man's Escape from North Korea
by Masaji Ishikawa
4.5/5
Absolutely heartbreaking read. The experiences him, his family and countless others shipped off to North Korea under the false pretence of a 'promised paradise' is truly horrifying and shocking. And despite all the tragedies Ishikawa had faced, from feeling lack of belongingness and shame to deaths of close loved ones and watching his family slowly wilt away from starvation, he'd managed to push through it all which really is admirable and something I could never do. He not only highlighted the dangers of an incompetent government can inflict on the citizens but he also showed the beauty of humans displayed through the little kindness and love in brutal and dark times. This memoir will a personal reminder to myself to be grateful and appreciative of the life I have been given and all the privileges, love and support that have been bestowed on. To continue to learn, speak up and speak louder about injustices. And most importantly remember that a little kindness does go a long way.
Absolutely heartbreaking read. The experiences him, his family and countless others shipped off to North Korea under the false pretence of a 'promised paradise' is truly horrifying and shocking. And despite all the tragedies Ishikawa had faced, from feeling lack of belongingness and shame to deaths of close loved ones and watching his family slowly wilt away from starvation, he'd managed to push through it all which really is admirable and something I could never do. He not only highlighted the dangers of an incompetent government can inflict on the citizens but he also showed the beauty of humans displayed through the little kindness and love in brutal and dark times. This memoir will a personal reminder to myself to be grateful and appreciative of the life I have been given and all the privileges, love and support that have been bestowed on. To continue to learn, speak up and speak louder about injustices. And most importantly remember that a little kindness does go a long way.