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This debut novel follows a Korean American woman living in Berlin whose obsession with a K-pop idol leads her on a transformative journey from her everyday life to Seoul, blending humor, surrealism, and poignant insight. As her admiration for Moon deepens, she immerses herself in fanfiction and navigates the complexities of desire and identity amid the backdrop of globalization and media culture. When the idol unexpectedly retires, her quest for connection takes her through a series of misadventures that challenge her perception of art, life, and love. With sharp, imaginative prose, the novel explores universal themes of longing, self-discovery, and the elusive nature of transcendence.