Mendell Station

In "Mendell Station" by J.B. Hwang, narrated by Greta Jung, we follow Miriam, a woman grappling with the loss of her best friend, Esther, and her own faith. Set against the backdrop of January 2020, she resigns from her teaching job and joins the postal service, becoming an 'essential worker' during a citywide shutdown. As she navigates her new role, Miriam finds solace in her daily routines while composing unmailed letters to Esther, reflecting on their intertwined lives and the subtle beauty in everyday gestures. This debut novel explores themes of loss, connection, and the transformative power of work.