Review of The Vanished
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Review of The Vanished
[Following is a volunteer review of "The Vanished" by Pejay Bradley.]
Lady Sougyon, the daughter of Prince Aansoon, is overjoyed when her son Kim Embom is born. She does not know what his future will bring, though. The historical facts and events surrounding the birth of the baby and more will enthrall readers. The fact that he is born during the most unpleasant season and time disturbs her so much that she can only petition the divine that the boy will be a man of health, wealth, and respect. Her uncertainty becomes the reader’s as the child grows, and the nation arises from slumber. What will he become? How will he fit into a world that is rapidly changing?
The Vanished by Pejay Bradley is a historical fiction book. It is an exploration of a male-dominated world, where inequality exists, but some have dared to break the existing rules. In this patriarchal society, where social class determines a person’s direction, beautiful dreams of breaking the barriers exist. The countrymen and women face a common threat, which plays a huge role in introducing a new era. Women will occupy new places, maintaining the nation’s identity and battling for its pride and heritage.
The book introduction was captivating, and I am delighted the subsequent chapters were equally absorbing. Dynamic, relatable characters fill the pages of this book. The author might have created them, but she lets them tell their story such that the reader can feel the weight of the underlying circumstances, including societal rules. They strive to live in a country affected by the decisions of their predecessors, fighting to leave a better world for future generations and, consequently, reminding us of the paramount place history occupies in our lives.
Like an excellent narrator, Pejay captured both my heart and mind. I was absorbed into the story and all that it encompassed, as the characters were believable and memorable and the setting vividly described. As an ardent reader of history, I visited a world I knew little about before reading the book but fits perfectly with the events of that time, occupying its distinct irreplaceable place. Additionally, it provided a learning platform. The need to preserve the memory of those who pay the ultimate price for their countries captivated me.
The book perfectly portrays the emotions arising from loss and even that goodbye where the prospects of seeing each other again are dim. It entertains one through witty observations and humorous dialogues, at times. I disliked absolutely nothing about it. The editing was brilliant because I encountered only one minor error. Therefore, I rate it four out of four stars. Anyone who enjoys historical fiction will like it. The book will appeal most to those who would like to visit nineteenth-century Korea during the Japanese occupation.
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The Vanished
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Lady Sougyon, the daughter of Prince Aansoon, is overjoyed when her son Kim Embom is born. She does not know what his future will bring, though. The historical facts and events surrounding the birth of the baby and more will enthrall readers. The fact that he is born during the most unpleasant season and time disturbs her so much that she can only petition the divine that the boy will be a man of health, wealth, and respect. Her uncertainty becomes the reader’s as the child grows, and the nation arises from slumber. What will he become? How will he fit into a world that is rapidly changing?
The Vanished by Pejay Bradley is a historical fiction book. It is an exploration of a male-dominated world, where inequality exists, but some have dared to break the existing rules. In this patriarchal society, where social class determines a person’s direction, beautiful dreams of breaking the barriers exist. The countrymen and women face a common threat, which plays a huge role in introducing a new era. Women will occupy new places, maintaining the nation’s identity and battling for its pride and heritage.
The book introduction was captivating, and I am delighted the subsequent chapters were equally absorbing. Dynamic, relatable characters fill the pages of this book. The author might have created them, but she lets them tell their story such that the reader can feel the weight of the underlying circumstances, including societal rules. They strive to live in a country affected by the decisions of their predecessors, fighting to leave a better world for future generations and, consequently, reminding us of the paramount place history occupies in our lives.
Like an excellent narrator, Pejay captured both my heart and mind. I was absorbed into the story and all that it encompassed, as the characters were believable and memorable and the setting vividly described. As an ardent reader of history, I visited a world I knew little about before reading the book but fits perfectly with the events of that time, occupying its distinct irreplaceable place. Additionally, it provided a learning platform. The need to preserve the memory of those who pay the ultimate price for their countries captivated me.
The book perfectly portrays the emotions arising from loss and even that goodbye where the prospects of seeing each other again are dim. It entertains one through witty observations and humorous dialogues, at times. I disliked absolutely nothing about it. The editing was brilliant because I encountered only one minor error. Therefore, I rate it four out of four stars. Anyone who enjoys historical fiction will like it. The book will appeal most to those who would like to visit nineteenth-century Korea during the Japanese occupation.
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The Vanished
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