The Antique Gift Shop - Volume Seven
Volume |
Seven |
Price |
$10.99 |
Age Rating |
16 |
Reviewer |
Susan S. |
Review |
Chan-Young, ex-con and younger brother of a police officer, finds a strange young girl living in his brother's house after Han-Young is killed in an accident. Chan-Young suspects improper behavior from his brother. He learns that the girl followed his brother home from the antique store run by his friend Bun-Nyuh. The two try to uncover her secret, but a thief is the one who provokes her into revealing herself. The very last chapter introduces the story of a Nepalese girl revered as a goddess.
Sungjoo, the young girl, with her thick, chunky hair and spindly body, has a unique look. It's easy to see why Chan-Young wants to protect her even when he's not sure of her motives or her relationship with his brother. Lee evokes a claustrophobic atmosphere as Sungjoo won't leave the house and doesn't want Chan-Young to either. The detail in the shamanic scenes provides a strong sense of culture and place. This volume is a good introduction to the series since it is mostly one self-contained story and you don't need to know much about the characters. |
