ISBN 9780241776858
Rs. 1,278
Penguin Random House
A Midnight Pastry Shop Called Hwawoldang
Who it's for: Readers who enjoy magical realism and heartwarming fiction
When Yeon-hwa inherits her grandmother's mysterious pastry shop, Hwawoldang, she's tasked with keeping it open from 10 PM to midnight for one month. Unfamiliar with the traditional desserts, she hopes to uncover her grandmother's secrets. Her first customer reveals that Hwawoldang is no ordinary shop, and its clientele are not entirely alive. As Yeon-hwa delves into the memories of each new customer, she seeks closure and aims to continue her grandmother's legacy of helping those in the land of the living. Explore a unique blend of magical realism and heartwarming storytelling set in a midnight pastry shop where the living and the dead intertwine. Unravel a touching mystery as Yeon-hwa discovers her grandmother's hidden life and the true purpose of Hwawoldang. Delight in the evocative descriptions of traditional Korean desserts and the comforting atmosphere of a shop that offers solace to its extraordinary patrons. Experience a journey of self-discovery and healing as Yeon-hwa confronts grief and embraces a legacy of compassion and connection. About the AuthorLee Onhwa is a captivating voice in contemporary Korean literature, known for her ability to weave intricate narratives that blend the mundane with the magical. Her stories often explore themes of memory, loss, and the enduring power of human connection, drawing readers into worlds both familiar and fantastical. Lee Onhwa's unique storytelling style has garnered her a dedicated readership and critical acclaim.
Highlights
- Set in a pastry shop open only from 10 PM to midnight
- Blends magical realism with heartwarming storytelling
- Features traditional Korean desserts and their evocative descriptions
- Follows Yeon-hwa's journey of self-discovery and healing
- Explores themes of grief, memory, and human connection
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What is the setting of the book?
The book is set in a mysterious pastry shop called Hwawoldang, which Yeon-hwa inherits from her grandmother. The shop is open only from 10 PM to midnight for one month.
Who is the main character?
The main character is Yeon-hwa, who inherits her grandmother's pastry shop and is tasked with keeping it open for a month. She is unfamiliar with traditional desserts and hopes to uncover her grandmother's secrets.
What is unique about the shop's clientele?
The shop's clientele are not entirely alive; they are spirits or supernatural beings. Yeon-hwa helps them by delving into their memories and providing closure.
What themes does the book explore?
The book explores themes of grief, memory, legacy, healing, and human connection, as Yeon-hwa confronts her own grief and embraces her grandmother's legacy of compassion.
Who is the author?
The author is Lee Onhwa, a contemporary Korean writer known for blending the mundane with the magical in her stories, often exploring themes of memory, loss, and human connection.