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If I Had Your Face by Frances Cha

This debut novel which spotlights the trials of young women in South Korean society

Frances Cha’s storytelling fearlessly calls out the extreme beauty standards in South Korean society. Following the lives of Kyuri, Miho, Ara and Wonna, If I Had Your Face holds up a mirror to all the tiresome hassles and unrealistic expectations of a young woman in South Korean society. Having worked as a travel and culture editor for CNN in Seoul, the author’s personal insights illuminate the lives of the characters, making this book a compelling read. Cha’s fresh new voice, coupled with her keen eye for detail, gives rise to a book that is refreshing in its honesty. 

-Upasya Bhowal