Pachinko (National Book Award Finalist) - Min Jin Lee

Pachinko (National Book Award Finalist)

By Min Jin Lee

  • Release Date: 2017-02-07
  • Genre: Fiction & Literature
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 3,502 Ratings
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Description

One of the New York Times 100 Best Books of the 21st Century

In this New York Times bestseller, four generations of a poor Korean immigrant family fight to control their destiny in 20th-century Japan–the inspiration for the television series on Apple TV+.

 In the early 1900s, teenaged Sunja, the adored daughter of a crippled fisherman, falls for a wealthy stranger. When she discovers she is pregnant–and that her lover is married–she accepts an offer of marriage from a gentle, sickly minister passing through on his way to Japan. But her decision to abandon her home, and to reject her son's powerful father, sets off a dramatic saga that will echo down through the generations.

Profoundly moving, Pachinko is a story of love, sacrifice, ambition, and loyalty. 

*Includes reading group guide*

NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2017 * A USA TODAY TOP TEN OF 2017 * JULY PICK FOR THE PBS NEWSHOUR-NEW YORK TIMES BOOK CLUB NOW READ THIS * FINALIST FOR THE 2018DAYTON LITERARY PEACE PRIZE* WINNER OF THE MEDICI BOOK CLUB PRIZE

 Roxane Gay's Favorite Book of 2017, Washington Post

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * #1 BOSTON GLOBE BESTSELLER * USA TODAY BESTSELLER * WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER * WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER

Reviews

  • Writing in this book is clear and descriptive

    4
    By $@nd@y
    Enjoyed reading this saga.

  • incredible

    5
    By Jesus is my Savior!
    an amazing book that makes you feel so deeply, i don’t have the words to say how great it is

  • so good

    5
    By caedenmwalker
    this book has some of the most beautiful and realistic characters of any that i have read, in a setting completely new to me. what a great read

  • Outstanding Narrative

    5
    By schmidthk
    Wish I would have read this earlier! Amazing characters and great story telling.

  • Too long

    2
    By martistwo
    I enjoyed the first parts of this book but as the story went into the1970s there were too many characters and story lines to follow it well.

  • Love. Life. Death.

    5
    By Om Preetham
    EPIC. This book deeply moved me, making me shed tears multiple times. It resonated with me, as the characters felt so relatable. It served as a reminder of life's tough and challenging moments, and how to persevere through them. The characters' portrayal showcased the profound essence of human experiences. It taught me the importance of never giving up, even after facing numerous failures, and that both victories and defeats are part of life's journey.

  • Captivating read!

    5
    By H Nash
    I did not realize this was historical fiction. Well written and easy to read. Follows 4 generations of Koreans before and after WW2. I am more fulfilled having read this book.

  • *Exhales* Wow!

    5
    By SaraLannz
    Once I started reading, I became fully invested. This book follows four generations during the Japanese occupation of Korea. To me, this work could pass as nonfiction I loved the first, second and third person perspectives. I was rooting for Sunja all the way. I felt all the emotions towards and between the characters. I was not a fan of Hana but for the most part, wanted the best outcome for the family. It’s such a layered beast that you can’t help but sit back and digest each person and event. Thanks for shedding light on the history because I never would’ve known.

  • Pachinko

    5
    By Fr.Fred
    I learned so much from this epic novel. More importantly, I cared about every member of the family at the center of this beautiful sweeping story. I will treasure the memory of them.

  • Loved this story, it kept me engaged until the end.

    5
    By marinagirl48
    Will read more from the same author

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