A review by juliecathryn
The Magical Language of Others by E.J. Koh

dark informative reflective medium-paced

3.5

What an interesting view of language and communication. I especially appreciated the parallels drawn between Eun Ji's triangular relationship with English, Korean, and Japanese with her paternal grandmother's. Enjoyed the articulation of how translation and poetry go hand in hand. 

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Content Warnings

Moderate: Violence, Eating disorder, Animal death, and Suicidal thoughts