A review by jillianhd
Pachinko by Min Jin Lee

emotional reflective slow-paced
  • Plot- or character-driven? Plot
  • Strong character development? It's complicated
  • Loveable characters? It's complicated
  • Diverse cast of characters? Yes
  • Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes

4.0

Such a touching, heartbreaking saga following multiple generations of a Korean family living in Japan. It explored the complexities of family and obligations and the tendency of history to repeat itself.