The Korean Word for Butterfly

"The Korean Word for Butterfly" is a story set against the backdrop of the 2002 World Cup and rising anti-American sentiment, following three women—Billie, Moon, and Yun-ji—whose lives are intertwined through themes of unwanted pregnancies and personal struggles. Told from multiple perspectives, the narrative explores their evolving decisions, feelings of resentment, and hopes for love and redemption. The novel delves into the complex choices people make and the transformative power of love.