Love in the Big City

Translated from Korean, Love in the Big City is the English-language debut of Sang Young Park, a celebrated young writer. This poignant and humorous novel follows a young gay man named Young as he navigates the complexities of life, love, and loneliness in bustling Seoul, alongside his best friend, Jaehee. Amid nights of soju and fleeting romantic encounters, Young faces the realities of caring for his ailing mother and the quest for meaningful connections. Praised for its unique literary voice, this runaway bestseller offers an insightful exploration of millennial anxieties and the joys of queer life.