Orange and the Bread Knife

This Korean bestseller explores themes of societal conformity and personal liberation through the journey of Youngah, a kind-hearted schoolteacher who seeks relief from the pressures of adhering to societal expectations. After undergoing a cutting-edge emotion regulation programme, she experiences a profound transformation that challenges her perceptions of freedom and self-identity. Praised for its raw honesty and intriguing character development, the story prompts reflection on the true nature and cost of liberation.