I read a book when i was in eighth grade but cant seem to remember the title now, can someone please help?!?
The book was about a North Korean girl trying to flee to south korea with her mother and little brother. Her grandfather had died of sadness after they cut down the tree which he used to meditate under because he was buddist and her mother was catholic. The young girl didnt believe in anything.They used to work in a factory making socks or something but then the factory was dismantled and had nothing else to do and no way of making money to buy food. Her father and brothers were sent off to war and didnt know if they would be coming back. They also lived with their aunt who was later hung in the middle of the town square for trying to flee N. korea. They had to flee because some soldiers were taking away young girls and women which they would sexually assualt and later kill. Its a book that ive been wanting to read again for about 8 years but cant remember the name. I would really appreciate it if someone was able to help me.
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It may have been called "The Good Earth" I hope that helps.
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go to the booksleuth forum at abebooks.com the people there are great at answering these kinds of questions!
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Is it the "Year of Impossible Goodbyes" by Sook Nyul Choi? There is a description of it at this link which seems to match your description. eolit.hrw.com/hlla/novelguides/ms/Mini-Guide.Choi.pdf
