KNYGA Eugenia Kim The Kinship of Secrets

Discover the poignant tale of family and sacrifice in Kinship of Secrets by Eugenia Kim, published in 2019. This compelling novel, spanning 320 pages, captures the heart-wrenching journey of Najin and Calvin Cho, who, along with their young daughter Miran, leave South Korea in 1948 to seek a better life in the United States. As they navigate their new world, the couple faces the emotional turmoil of leaving their beloved daughter Inja behind with family, hoping for a reunion that may never come. Praised by acclaimed authors such as Min Jin Lee, who calls it a 'gorgeous achievement,' and Viet Thanh Nguyen, who describes it as 'graceful, poignant, and moving,' this book is a must-read for anyone interested in stories of resilience during the Korean War era. Immerse yourself in this beautifully crafted narrative that explores the complexities of kinship and the immigrant experience.