{"product_id":"9781250763679","title":"The Silence of Bones","description":"\u003cstrong\u003eThe Silence of Bones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAuthor(s): June Hur\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJune Hur's elegant and haunting debut \u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones \u003c\/i\u003eis a bloody YA historical mystery tale perfect for fans of Kerri Maniscalco and Renée Ahdieh.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003ci\u003eI have a mouth, but I mustn't speak;\u003cbr\u003eEars, but I mustn't hear;\u003cbr\u003eEyes, but I mustn't see.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e1800, Joseon (Korea). Homesick and orphaned sixteen-year-old Seol is living out the ancient curse: “May you live in interesting times.” Indentured to the police bureau, she’s been tasked with assisting a well-respected young inspector with the investigation into the politically charged murder of a noblewoman.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eAs they delve deeper into the dead woman's secrets, Seol forms an unlikely bond of friendship with the inspector. But her loyalty is tested when he becomes the prime suspect, and Seol may be the only one capable of discovering what truly happened on the night of the murder.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eBut in a land where silence and obedience are valued above all else, curiosity can be deadly.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003ePraise for \u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones\u003c\/i\u003e:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eABA Indies Introduce Selection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"At once \u003cb\u003ehaunting and evocative\u003c\/b\u003e, June Hur's \u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones\u003c\/i\u003e is a gorgeous, tightly-woven debut. Prepare to delve deep into the lush and dangerous world of Korea in the 1800's for \u003cb\u003ea page-turner you won't soon forget\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —Hafsah Faizal, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e-bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eWe Hunt the Flame\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eThis gripping drama is definitely one you're not going to want to miss.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —\u003ci\u003eBuzzfeed\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eReview(s):\u003cbr\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eAmerican Booksellers Association (ABA) Indies Introduce Selection\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\"At once \u003cb\u003ehaunting and evocative\u003c\/b\u003e, June Hur's \u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones\u003c\/i\u003e is a gorgeous, tightly-woven debut. Prepare to delve deep into the lush and dangerous world of Korea in the 1800's for \u003cb\u003ea page-turner you won't soon forget\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —Hafsah Faizal, \u003ci\u003eNew York Times\u003c\/i\u003e-bestselling author of \u003ci\u003eWe Hunt the Flame\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eAn emotionally gripping journey\u003c\/b\u003e. \u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones \u003c\/i\u003eis a suspenseful, thrilling read, and readers will be swept away by Hur’s meticulous weaving of historical detail and the depth of her characters’ family ties.\" —Elizabeth Lim, author of \u003ci\u003eSpin the Dawn\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"An intriguing tale that touches on class, honor, the value of one's beliefs, and the lengths one is willing to go for loyalty and family. Hur presents such a vivid portrayal of the Joseon Era that it's like stepping back in time. With its breathtaking prose and complex characters, this mystery novel is \u003cb\u003esure to keep you guessing until the very end!\u003c\/b\u003e\" —Kat Cho, author of \u003ci\u003eWicked Fox\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"With \u003cb\u003eexquisite prose and an astonishing eye for detail\u003c\/b\u003e, June Hur’s \u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones\u003c\/i\u003e will keep you up all night reading.\" —Nafiza Azad, author of \u003ci\u003eThe Candle and the Flame\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eThis gripping drama is definitely one you're not going to want to miss.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —\u003ci\u003eBuzzfeed\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"This book is \u003cb\u003ebeautifully written\u003c\/b\u003e, and moves at a brisk pace. ... \u003cb\u003eEngaging and dynamic\u003c\/b\u003e. Hur’s first novel does an excellent job of exploring a topic that isn’t found widely in YA literature.\" —\u003ci\u003eSchool Library Journal\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"The Korean concept of han, as well as customs, language, and politics, are woven flawlessly into the narrative ... Seol’s determined pursuit of literacy and freedom, as well as the bittersweet ending, make for \u003cb\u003ea memorable and worthwhile read\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003ePublishers Weekly\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I was struck by the depth of this \u003cb\u003egripping\u003c\/b\u003e story. ... The meditative quality of the narration of this historical mystery felt perfectly suited to the Korean setting and the backdrop of political and religious struggles. \u003cb\u003eSeol’s courage, curiosity, and dedication make her a character I can’t get enough of.\u003c\/b\u003e\" —Tegan Tigani, Queen Anne Book Company\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones\u003c\/i\u003e is a historic and richly atmospheric mystery that is \u003cb\u003eutterly unique and difficult to put down!\u003c\/b\u003e ... \u003cb\u003eMesmerizing\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —Sarah True, Joseph-Beth Booksellers\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"A well-written depiction of \u003cb\u003ea part of history that we rarely see\u003c\/b\u003e, led by a smart heroine who defies everyone's expectations of her.\" —Jackie Jou, Mysterious Galaxy Books\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"\u003cb\u003eHad me gripped from the first page!\u003c\/b\u003e\" —Robyn Broderick, The Reading Bug\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\"I came out with tears in my eyes and a weight lifted off my soul. ... \u003ci\u003eThe Silence of Bones \u003c\/i\u003enot only \u003cb\u003ebrings something fresh to YA mysteries\u003c\/b\u003e, but also transcends most adult mystery novels I’ve read ... \u003cb\u003eStunningly visual\u003c\/b\u003e.\" —\u003ci\u003eSun and Chai\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eISBN:  9781250763679\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e ","brand":"Square Fish","offers":[{"title":"Paperback \/ softback","offer_id":40820600799438,"sku":"9781250763679","price":10.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0600\/7029\/7806\/products\/getimage_6e3f3c2a-1eaa-40db-9d22-f71cea63b9dc.jpg?v=1644871557","url":"https:\/\/pickwickbookshop.com\/products\/9781250763679","provider":"Pickwick Bookshop","version":"1.0","type":"link"}