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nataliecoyne 's review for:
We Do Not Part
by Han Kang
challenging
dark
emotional
sad
medium-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
I think 3.5 stars is the appropriate rating, but I have to say that I'm not super confident with that. I loved the start of this book, and also loved the more historical aspects of it as I didn't know anything about the Jeju massacre prior to reading this. But, as the book went on, the more contemporary story confused me. What I'm talking about here is the experiences of Kyungha on Jeju Island and, more specifically, her interactions there with Inseon and Ama (the bird). I just really got confused on wtf was happening and it made me not enjoy the contemporary parts, really bringing down my overall rating.
Still, though, I'd recommend this to others who are interested in learning about the Jeju massacre.
Still, though, I'd recommend this to others who are interested in learning about the Jeju massacre.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Animal death, Death, Genocide, Violence, Blood, Murder, Injury/Injury detail
Moderate: Child death, Suicidal thoughts, Torture, Police brutality, Medical content, Dementia, Mass/school shootings
Minor: Confinement, Misogyny, Sexual violence, Vomit, Death of parent, Colonisation, War