Scan barcode
A review by intentionalreadinglife
A Crane Among Wolves by June Hur
adventurous
challenging
dark
emotional
hopeful
informative
mysterious
reflective
fast-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
5.0
I am so glad that I ventured beyond my typical reading to discover this hauntingly beautiful love story set in the darkest period of Korean history. Hur doesn't shy away from the atrocities and perils of power, urging readers not to look away from it, because "books that confront disturbing historical events are crucial. It is imperative to confront history because it repeats itself when ignored."
At the same time, Hur highlights the incredible resilience of the human spirit and the lengths to which we'll go for the ones we love. The friendships forged through suffering are just as important to the story as the romance. That said, the relationship between Iseul and Daehyun is so romantic! There were key moments in the story that reminded me of the film adaptation of "Last of the Mohicans." (If you liked that movie, you'll absolutely swoon over this novel. )
I'll be thinking about this book long after the final page.
At the same time, Hur highlights the incredible resilience of the human spirit and the lengths to which we'll go for the ones we love. The friendships forged through suffering are just as important to the story as the romance. That said, the relationship between Iseul and Daehyun is so romantic! There were key moments in the story that reminded me of the film adaptation of "Last of the Mohicans." (If you liked that movie, you'll absolutely swoon over this novel. )
I'll be thinking about this book long after the final page.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Blood and Grief
Minor: Death, Physical abuse, Kidnapping, Death of parent, and Murder