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Pachinko

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Book Synopsis: A New York Times Top Ten Book of the Year and National Book Award finalist, Pachinko is an "extraordinary epic" of four generations of a poor Korean immigrant family as they fight to control their destiny in 20th-century Japan (San Francisco Chronicle). NEW YORK TIMES NOTABLE BOOK OF 2017 * A USA TODAY TOP TEN OF 2017 * JULY PICK FOR THE PBS NEWSHOUR-NEW YORK TIMES BOOK CLUB NOW READ THIS * FINALIST FOR THE 2018 DAYTON LITERARY PEACE PRIZE * WINNER OF THE MEDICI BOOK CLUB PRIZE Roxane Gay's Favorite Book of 2017, Washington Post NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER * #1 BOSTON GLOBE BESTSELLER * USA TODAY BESTSELLER * WALL STREET JOURNAL BESTSELLER * WASHINGTON POST BESTSELLER "There could only be a few winners, and a lot of losers. And yet we played on, because we had hope that we might be the lucky ones." In the early 1900s, teenaged Sunja, the adored daughter of a crippled fisherman, falls for a wealthy stranger at the seashore near her home in Korea. He promises her the world, but when she discovers she is pregnant--and that her lover is married--she refuses to be bought. Instead, she accepts an offer of marriage from a gentle, sickly minister passing through on his way to Japan. But her decision to abandon her home, and to reject her son's powerful father, sets off a dramatic saga that will echo down through the generations. Richly told and profoundly moving, Pachinko is a story of love, sacrifice, ambition, and loyalty. From bustling street markets to the halls of Japan's finest universities to the pachinko parlors of the criminal underworld, Lee's complex and passionate characters--strong, stubborn women, devoted sisters and sons, fathers shaken by moral crisis--survive and thrive against the indifferent arc of history.*Includes reading group guide*

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Pachinko Book Synopsis: Looking for a gripping story that will transport you to another time and place? Look no further than Pachinko, the New York Times Top Ten Book of the Year and National Book Award finalist. This extraordinary epic follows four generations of a poor Korean immigrant family as they fight to control their destiny in 20th-century Japan. Get ready to be captivated by this breathtaking tale of love, sacrifice, ambition, and loyalty.

Award-Winning Masterpiece: Pachinko has been recognized as a USA Today Top Ten of 2017 book and was a finalist for the prestigious Dayton Literary Peace Prize. It's no wonder that it became a New York Times Bestseller and received accolades from renowned authors like Roxane Gay. Immerse yourself in the brilliance of Min Jin Lee's storytelling and experience the unforgettable impact of Pachinko.

A Tale of Hope and Resilience: In a world of winners and losers, the characters in Pachinko show us the power of hope against all odds. Follow the journey of Sunja, a young girl who finds love where she least expects it. When faced with an impossible choice, Sunja's decision to protect her dignity sets off an engrossing saga that will leave you breathless. From the streets of Korea to the pachinko parlors of the criminal underworld, Pachinko takes you on a roller coaster of emotions.

An Indelible Story for Every Reader: Pachinko is not just another book; it is a literary masterpiece that transcends borders. Whether you're a history buff, a lover of compelling family sagas, or simply looking to get lost in a mesmerizing story, Pachinko has it all. Join millions of readers who have been swept away by the profound narrative and unforgettable characters.

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