<Shoko’s Smile> is the debut collection by Choi Eun-young, featuring seven beautifully crafted stories that have resonated with readers. Choi made her literary debut in 2013, winning the Writer’s World Newcomer Award with the novella <Shoko’s Smile>, which also earned her the Young Writers Award the following year. Life Pattern Korea. These stories guide us to the “human space” where hearts can connect, crafted with an intimate and precise understanding of emotional flow.
The title story, <Shoko’s Smile>, portrays the journey of two characters from different countries and languages, as they navigate the threshold of growth together. Life Pattern Korea. <Xin Chào, Xin Chào> shares the story of Aunt Nguyen, who had to endure the painful loss of loved ones during the Vietnam War, alongside the narrator and her mother. In <Hanji and Youngju>, Youngju meets Hanji, a young man from Kenya, in a French monastery, and their gentle, transparent voices tell a poignant story of friendship and understanding. Life Pattern Korea. Each tale in this collection unfolds with a calm, steady voice, inviting readers to explore human connections across borders and cultures, touching upon universal themes of empathy and growth.
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Author: 최은영 Choi Eunyoung
Publisher: 문학동네 Munhakdongne (2019)
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