A review by lizisfine
The Red Years: Forbidden Poems from Inside North Korea by Bandi

5.0

An incredibly emotional and powerful account of pain and suffering in North Korea. I found myself rereading each piece before I could turn the page, to make sure that I didn't miss anything. The poems in this collection tell the story of a man who has suffered more than any human being should, but still holds hope that the future will be better. Perhaps the most heartbreaking part is that Bandi is still in North Korea with his family. I will absolutely recommend this book to everyone in my life, so that they can better understand what life in like in the DPRK.