Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982

In "Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982," a modern feminist novel that has become an international bestseller, the life of an ordinary woman in South Korea unfolds against the backdrop of pervasive misogyny. Kim Jiyoung, a millennial who leaves her job to care for her newborn, begins to exhibit alarming symptoms as she voices the experiences of other women, both living and dead. Her narrative highlights the societal pressures and patriarchal constraints she faces, as she struggles with her identity amidst a changing landscape for women's rights. Written in stark, impactful prose, this book is a poignant commentary on the complexities of gender discrimination in contemporary society.