Winter In Sokcho

In "Winter in Sokcho," the 2021 National Book Award-winning novel by debut French Korean author Elisa Shua Dusapin, a young French Korean woman works as a receptionist in a cold, desolate tourist town on the border of North and South Korea. Her mundane life takes a turn when a French cartoonist arrives, seeking inspiration from the stark landscape. As they embark on a journey through both the beautiful and haunting aspects of Korea, their uneasy relationship explores themes of identity, intimacy, and the contrasting perceptions of reality. This beautifully crafted narrative invites readers to reflect on what it means to truly be seen.