Counterattacks at Thirty by Sohn Won-PyungMy rating: 3 of 5 stars
Honestly? A bit of a nothing book about being nothing and nobody and trying to rebel against a broken system but failing because the system has all the power.
Hmmm ...
I enjoyed it more than I thought I would, to be fair. Nothing really happens, but I think that's kind of the point?
The writing is straightforward, and there are a lot of references to Korean culture and the nuances of language. I think Korean readers will enjoy those details a lot, as it will probably resonate a little more.
I don't know that it's strong enough for me to recommend it, but if you're already considering it, I'd give it a go. It has an interesting way of looking at things that seems particularly relevant in the current climate.
This was Book 2 of my Advent 2 Challenge
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