Park, Seolyeon
A Magical Girl Retires: A Novel
- ISBN 13:
- 9780063373266
- author:
- Park, Seolyeon
- format:
- Hardback
- publisher:
- HarperVia
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2024
- Pages:
- 176
- Dimensions:
- 21.3 x 14.2 x 2.5 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- Fiction & Literature, Fantasy, Contemporary,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
A Magical Girl Retires by Park Seolyeon is a thought-provoking novel that reimagines the magical girl genre in a contemporary setting. When a young woman attempts to end her life, she is unexpectedly interrupted by a magical girl on a mission to find the greatest magical girl of all time. As the two women form an unlikely bond, the millennial woman discovers that being a magical girl is not just about destiny, but also about hard work and responsibility. In this witty and imaginative tale, Park Seolyeon explores real-world challenges such as climate change and low self-esteem, highlighting the universal desire to do good in a world that feels overwhelming. With a fast-paced and enchanting narrative, this novel reminds us that we all have the power to make a difference, no matter how small. Translated from the Korean by Anton Hur, A Magical Girl Retires is a compelling read that will appeal to fans of fantasy and contemporary fiction.
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