The Young Will Remember

“Published in a time with no lack of global conflicts, the book begs us to more carefully consider the way we choose to speak about war . . . Through Ellie, Chung reminds us that global conflicts—so often sanitized and minimized in contemporary media coverage and later historical recollections—always have a human toll, particularly on the humans who are cast to the side . . . The Young Will Remember is a cold splash reminder that in a war, some people have a heart of gold. Many have hearts that are hardened. But every person has a heart that bleeds.”—NPR

“[A] sweeping tale of female resiliency and strength.”—People

“A riveting story, beautifully written and filled with compassion and conviction.”—Library Journal (starred review)

“Stunning and morally complex…This will stay with readers long after the final page.”—Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“A searing portrait of war’s moral failures and the undying power of a mother’s love. While countless narratives chart the experiences of men in war, Chung gives voice to the women who bear the violence, hold families together, and record the truths men want forgotten. A revealing exploration of women during the Korean war whose sacrifice and resilience we must never forget.”—Marjan Kamali, New York Times bestselling author of The Lion Women of Tehran

“The Young Will Remember is a searing indictment of modern warfare and a testimony of human strength. With the same clarity and vividness she demonstrated in her debut, Daughters of Shandong, Eve J. Chung brings us another cast of compelling female characters who must fight for their place in a world that sees them only as collateral. Through this remarkable novel, Chung urges us to consider the human cost of wars, a cautionary tale that still rings relevant today, while reminding us that our humanity is ultimately what will save us.”—Karissa Chen, author of Homeseeking, A GMA Book Club Pick