A review by karingforbooks
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

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

4.0

Really enjoyed this book. I liked the matter of fact way she writes, without florid language. I enjoyed seeing a family grow and adapt against all odds. The book addresses some hard topics like sexism and racism, in a context different from what we often see in the west.  
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