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Frances Cha

    The Goblin Twins
    The Goblin Twins: Too Hard to Scare
    If I Had Your Face
    • The story follows two Korean goblin trickster brothers who struggle with the challenges of pranking the bustling city of New York. Their comedic misadventures reveal the complexities of urban life and the unexpected difficulties of their antics. This sequel promises humor and charm, showcasing the unique cultural perspective of the goblins while highlighting the creative talents of its acclaimed author and bestselling illustrator.

      The Goblin Twins: Too Hard to Scare2024
      3,4
    • Two 601-year-old goblin tricksters from Korea go on an unexpected Halloween adventure in New York City in this tongue-in-cheek story from Frances Cha, critically acclaimed author of If I Had Your Face, and #1 New York Times bestselling illustrator Jaime Kim. "A sweet, comical Halloween venture for all." -Kirkus Reviews Doki and Kebi are two Korean magical goblin twin brothers who couldn't be more different! Kebi loves to scare people (maybe a little too much) and explore! Doki would rather give people bags of gold when he's not reading a book! Despite their differences, Doki and Kebi are inseparable. When it's time for the goblin tricksters to move, the brothers decide to make their new home together in a strange, unknown land...New York City! As they prepare for the new customs of Halloween, Doki and Kebi are in for a surprise in this new holiday adventure inspired by the Korean mythology of dokkaebi.

      The Goblin Twins2023
      3,5
    • If I Had Your Face

      • 288 stránek
      • 11 hodin čtení

      A glitteringly dark and unsettling debut novel about four young women struggling to survive in South Korea. The narrative immerses readers in contemporary Seoul, where extreme plastic surgery is as routine as haircuts, and women vie for positions in secret 'room salons' to entertain wealthy businessmen. In this hyper-competitive city, the lives of four young women intersect: Kyuri, whose beauty and status at an exclusive salon are jeopardized by a mistake; Miho, an orphan awarded a scholarship to a prestigious art school in New York, entangled with the elite; Wonna, pregnant and uncertain about raising a child in a harsh economy; and Ara, a hair stylist whose obsession with a K-Pop star leads her to drastic actions. Each character's voice resonates clearly, creating a dangerously glittering harmony that captivates. The book has been described as engrossing, hilarious, and feminist, with a troubling yet enjoyable kaleidoscopic narrative. Critics have praised its unsettling and deeply affecting qualities, marking it as one of the year's most anticipated reads.

      If I Had Your Face2020
      3,8