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Sohn Won-Pyung

Category Fiction
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English

ISBN 9780063266919

Rs. 880

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Almond

Almond

By Sohn Won-Pyung · Published by HarperCollins

Who it's for: Readers of literary and coming-of-age fiction

Almond by Sohn Won-Pyung tells the story of Yunjae, a boy born with alexithymia, a condition that prevents him from feeling or understanding emotions. After a tragic event leaves him alone, Yunjae's insulated world is disrupted by the arrival of Gon, a volatile boy with his own painful past. Their unexpected bond forces both to confront their vulnerabilities and find connection in a world that often misunderstands them.Why You Should Read? Explores emotional perception and human connection through a unique protagonist. Features rich character development and psychological depth. Offers a powerful narrative on loneliness, trauma, and the path to healing. A compelling read for fans of literary and coming-of-age fiction.

Highlights

  • Protagonist with alexithymia, a rare condition affecting emotional perception
  • Explores themes of loneliness, trauma, and healing
  • Character-driven narrative with psychological depth
  • Coming-of-age story set in contemporary South Korea

Themes

Alexithymia · Grief · Trauma · Loneliness · Friendship · Healing

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Category Fiction
Publisher HarperCollins
ISBN 9780063266919
Cover Type Paperback
Type Fiction
Reading Level General
Language English
Authenticity 100% Authentic Edition
SKU 2010000080030

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Questions about this book

What is alexithymia?

Alexithymia is a condition that prevents a person from feeling or understanding emotions, as described in the book.

Who are the main characters?

The main characters are Yunjae, a boy with alexithymia, and Gon, a volatile boy with a painful past.

What is the central conflict?

After a tragic event leaves Yunjae alone, his world is disrupted by Gon's arrival, and their bond forces both to confront vulnerabilities and find connection.

What themes does the book explore?

The book explores emotional perception, human connection, loneliness, trauma, and healing.