![]() ![]() Lee illuminates the history of Koreans during and after World War II, but, more than that, she brings us a haunting yet beautiful story of family, devotion, lies, politics, and, of course, the game of pachinko.” The characters are complex and fascinating, and the setting is so beautifully drawn that I felt I was right there with them in Korea, Japan, and the U.S. Pachinko is one of those rare novels that changes your perception of history. Jennifer Steele (E), Boswell Book Company, Milwaukee, WI Top Ten It will take hold of you and not let go!” Min Jin Lee gives us a phenomenal story about one family's struggle that resonates with us today. ![]() ![]() Through it all is a message about love, faith, and the deep-rooted bonds of family. As the bonds of family are put to the test in the harsh realities of their world, Sunja and those she holds dear manage to carve themselves a place to call home with hard work, self sacrifice, and a little kimchi. Pachinko follows one family through an ever-changing cultural landscape, from 1910 Korea to 1989 Japan. “A father's gentle nature, a mother's sacrifice, a daughter's trust, and a son's determination are the cornerstones of this grand, multilayered saga. ![]()
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