R. O. Kwon
R. O. Kwon is a Korean-American author best known for her debut novel, 'The Incendiaries', which was published in 2018. The book received critical acclaim and was listed as one of the best books of the year by over forty publications. Kwon's writing often explores themes of religion, identity, and loss. She has been awarded numerous fellowships and her work has appeared in various publications.
Books
This list of books are ONLY the books that have been ranked on the lists that are aggregated on this site. This is not a comprehensive list of all books by this author.
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1. The Incendiaries
The Incendiaries is a novel about a young woman who becomes involved with a cult tied to North Korea and the subsequent unraveling of her relationship with her boyfriend as he tries to understand what's happening. The narrative alternates between the perspectives of the two main characters, exploring themes of faith, love, and loss, and the destructive power of extremist beliefs. The novel is set in a prestigious university and offers a nuanced exploration of the complexities of belief and the human capacity for self-deception.
