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Cho Nam-joo: Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 (2020, Liveright Publishing Corporation, a division of W. W. Norton & Company) 4 stars

A fierce international bestseller that launched Korea’s new feminist movement, Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982 follows …

Review of 'Kim Jiyoung, Born 1982' on 'Goodreads'

3 stars

Honestly this was a pretty difficult read - it was infuriating which I'm sure was intended but didn't make for an enjoyable reading experience. However I recognise the value it has in bringing everyday sexism to light, even though in my case it was preaching to the choir. The end was pretty gut-wrenching and left a bit of a sour taste in my mouth. Again I realise this was intended, but that still doesn't make it fun! All in all it was 3.5 stars for me.