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The Orphan Master's Son

Pages
456
Published
2013
Language
English

Synopsis

In North Korea, a young orphan is trained to become a loyal soldier and spy, forced to navigate a world of propaganda and deception. As he rises through the ranks, he must confront the brutal realities of his nation and the true cost of survival. This novel explores the complex nature of identity and power in a totalitarian state.

How it reads

Prose complexity 7/10
Content warnings (3)
ViolenceTraumaAbuse

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