{"title":"Jihyun Yun","description":"\u003cp\u003eDiscover the evocative world of Jihyun Yun, an author whose work gracefully bridges the themes of culture, identity, and personal growth. Her collection, particularly noted for the compelling book \u003cem\u003eAnd the River Drags Her Down\u003c\/em\u003e, is a must-read for young adults seeking narratives that resonate with personal and cultural introspection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eJihyun Yun masterfully crafts stories that delve into the complexities of human emotions and experiences. Her writing is not only engaging but also thought-provoking, offering readers an opportunity to explore diverse perspectives through the lens of relatable characters and vivid storytelling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a young reader searching for stories that mirror your own journey or an enthusiast of thoughtfully-written narratives, Jihyun Yun's work promises to captivate and inspire. Explore her books today and embark on a literary journey that will stay with you long after you've turned the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"and-the-river-drags-her-down-by-jihyun-yun-9781836430520","title":"And the River Drags Her Down","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSoojin has always known the rules – never bring back anything larger than her palm from the dead. But that was before Mirae died.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe two Han sisters possess a secret, unusual gift: the ability to reanimate the dead. Passed down through generations, Soojin and Mirae have brought back countless creatures — though always with the warning never to resurrect anything larger than what they can hold in their palms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eBut when eldest daughter Mirae is found mysteriously drowned in the river that cuts through their small coastal town, freshly grieving 17-year-old Soojin can’t resist the impulse to bring her beloved sister back.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAt first, the sisters delight in their reunion. But after their sleepy all-American town is engulfed by a series of harrowing, unusual deaths, Soojin is forced to reckon with the fact that perhaps the sister she brought back isn’t the one she knew.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnd the River Drags Her Down\u003c\/em\u003e explores the bounds of love, the haunting nature of grief, and the question of how far one would go to bring back a loved one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Allen \u0026 Unwin Aotearoa New Zealand","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47288353980652,"sku":"9781836430520","price":22.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/23375813482841.jpg?v=1770543812"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/jihyun-yun.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}