Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

Pachinko by Min Jin Lee is a captivating and moving novel that takes readers on an emotional journey through decades of Korean history. Set in the early 20th century, Pachinko follows four generations of a Korean family living in both Japan and Korea as they struggle to make their way in a world that often treats them as outsiders. Through its compelling characters and vivid prose, Pachinko paints an intimate portrait of what it means to be part of a community while still feeling like an outsider. It also offers insight into some of the most important events in modern Asian history, from the Japanese occupation of Korea to the rise of the South Korean economy. As a result, this masterful work of historical fiction is sure to stay with readers long after they have finished reading it.