Concerning My Daughter: A Novel

Concerning My Daughter is a powerful and thought-provoking novel that delves into the complexities of mother-daughter relationships, generational schisms, and the struggles faced by LGBTQ individuals in traditional societies.

Through the eyes of a tradition-bound mother, Kim Hye-Jin explores the tensions between love, duty, mortality, and familial expectations.

When Green, the thirty-something daughter, moves into her mother's apartment with her long-term girlfriend, the mother is faced with a difficult decision: to accept or reject their relationship.

The novel shines a light on all facets of familial love and conflict, while also highlighting the mechanisms of violence that target LGBTQ communities in traditional societies.

With bracing honesty and elegantly translated from the Korean by Jamie Chang, Concerning My Daughter is a must-read for anyone interested in exploring the complexities of family dynamics and social justice.