We Do Not Part

"We Do Not Part" is a captivating novel by Han Kang that takes readers on an emotional journey from contemporary South Korea into the painful past of the country. The story unfolds on a cold December morning when Kyungha receives an urgent message from her friend Inseon, who is in the hospital. Inseon, who has been injured in an accident, asks Kyungha to take care of her beloved bird, which is in danger of starving. On her way to Jeju Island, Kyungha is halted by a fierce snowstorm that not only complicates her journey but also brings to light deep, hidden memories and the significance of friendship and loss. The novel is not just a narrative about the challenges of the present but also a powerful reflection on the necessity of remembering the past and confronting the traumas associated with it. Han Kang's poetic language and the gripping plot make "We Do Not Part" a significant literary work that prompts readers to reflect.