ALL THINGS UNDER THE MOON

Greta Jung transports listeners as she narrates this historical coming-of-age novel inspired by the author's great-grandmother. Set between 1924 and 1930, the story unfolds against the backdrop of Japan's turbulent occupation of Korea. During an era when women are forced into early marriage and motherhood and denied educational and personal freedom, Na-Young and her closest friend, Yeon-Soo, flee their village to escape an arranged marriage. Their decision results in a life-changing collision with occupying forces, scenes of which Jung delivers empathetically. Her measured narration captures Na-Young's journey from fear to quiet defiance while emphasizing Choi's theme: the power of women's solidarity. A rich presentation of women's rebellion, sacrifice, and friendship in early-20th-century Korea. V.T.M. © AudioFile 2025, Portland, Maine [Published: DECEMBER 2025]