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This Burns My Heart

An epic love story set in the intriguing landscape of postwar South Korea.

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Samuel Park answers questions about This Burns My Heart

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May. 07, 2012
by SamuelPark

How far have women of my generation in America come?

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May. 18, 2012
by davinamw

Soo-Ja's father says "When you let me be your father and let me worry about you...you’re doing a favor to me" - Do you think this statement applies to all parents?

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May. 18, 2012
by lisag

"... if Soo-ja were to simply feel sorry for herself, this wouldn't be the book it is."

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May. 14, 2012
by lisag

Sad and frustrating how many women have "sold themselves out" in their relationships and marriages

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May. 10, 2012
by lisag

How is Soo-Ja’s relationship with her parents similar to that of Min and his parents?

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May. 05, 2012
by janec

Was Soo-Ja's relationship with her daughter realistic?

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May. 02, 2012
by lisag

Why do Soo-Ja and Yul have such a strong connection?

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May. 02, 2012
by lisag

If there were a sequel to this book, what would you expect to happen?

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Apr. 30, 2012
by lisag

Was Soo-Ja wrong to want - or expect - such an non-traditional relationship?

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Apr. 25, 2012
by arielf

How successful was the author in having the main characters evolve and change during the course of the novel?

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Apr. 18, 2012
by lisag

Is Soo-Ja's perception of Min correct?

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Apr. 15, 2012
by dorothyl

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