SE-AH JANG

books

A TWIST OF FATE

WEL to Bantam

Arabic Rights to Arabic Scientific Publishing

Published by Aphrosmedia, Korea (2023)

Translated by S. L. Park

Sold to Fischer Verlag/Germany, Giunti, Italy

A Twist of Fate" by Se-Ah Jang delivers a pulsating ride reminiscent of Hitchcock's suspense and the sharp intricacies of Patricia Highsmith. Set against a uniquely Korean backdrop, this thriller introduces two young women, both "eeing from their tormented pasts, who cross paths on a train. Their shared commiseration hints at a budding friendship, yet their exchanges are laced with enigma.

While the narrative's universal appeal makes it relatable for Western readers, its Korean essence lends a distinctive "avor, creating a truly riveting feminist thriller.

Drawing parallels with the haunting allure of Daphne DeMaurier's "Rebecca", the plot weaves themes of gaslighting and deception. But who is the real puppeteer? The truth remains tantalizingly out of reach until the !nal page, where revelations shine light on the resilience of our protagonists.

For beneath their complex veneers lie heart-wrenching tales, painting them not as mere schemers, but as indomitable survivors.