"Please Look After Mom" by Shin Kyung Sook is a deeply emotional novel about motherhood, sacrifice, and the regrets that come too late in life. The story begins when an elderly mother goes missing at a subway station in Seoul, sending her family into a frantic search for her. Through this journey, each family member gradually realizes the love, care, and silent sacrifices their mother had made, things they had taken for granted. With a gentle yet profound writing style, the author portrays the mother as a figure of simplicity, patience, and deep longing.
This novel is not just about a family’s search; it touches the hearts of anyone who has ever overlooked the true value of family bonds. With its emotionally rich and deeply human narrative, Shin Kyung Sook crafts a poignant story that urges readers to reflect on how they cherish their loved ones. Please Look After Mom is more than just a novel, it is a heartfelt reminder of love and responsibility toward family. This is a book that makes you think, brings tears to your eyes, and may even change the way you express love to those around you.
- Title: Please Look After Mom
- Author: Shin Kyung Sook
- Publishers: Ha Noi
- Year Of Publication: 2012