A review by ori_gina_lity
The Mountain by Paul Yoon

4.0

I was enchanted with Yoon’s first novel Snow Hunters and this most recent collection of short stories was excellent as well. The stories all share a theme loneliness - issues of immigration, war, loss, and family are perfectly woven through several decades and settings around the world. My favorite was “Milner Field”. This collection’s subject matter was heavier than I’d anticipated - but it’s Yoon’s quiet, unassuming way with words that always pulls me in regardless of how somber I feel after reading. All the stories are poignant and superbly told, what a gift he has! 4/5 stars.