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Day: February 23, 2015

Review: Without You, There Is No Us by Suki Kim

February 23, 2015October 13, 2020 E.F. Sunland

I read this book last month and have been putting off the review. Though Suki Kim’s Without You, There Is No Us is a valuable and unique read for its insight into contemporary North Korea, Kim’s presentation is off-putting. Forgive the lack of transitions below; I’m still organizing my thoughts. read more

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