The Orphan Master's Son

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"The Orphan Master’s Son" is a Pulitzer Prize-winning novel that delves into the secretive world of North Korea through the life of Pak Jun Do, a professional kidnapper who rises in the ranks of the oppressive regime. Faced with arbitrary violence and shifting rules, Jun Do takes on a dangerous mission to save the woman he loves, navigating a world of hunger, corruption, and cruelty. The novel explores themes of love, sacrifice, and the human spirit in a totalitarian society, offering a riveting portrait of North Korea hidden from view. Praise for the book highlights its exploration of love and sacrifice in a terrifying and mysterious kingdom.

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459

Publisher

Random House