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I’m the admin behind the scenes, a lifelong reader with an unshakable love for good stories, curious minds, and thoughtful conversations. Whether you're a fan of heartwarming fiction, investigative nonfiction, translated literature, or buzzy new releases, you’ll find something here that speaks to your reader's soul. I launched BooksAndUs to be more than just another book blog. This space is a curated community for people who don’t just read books—they live them, think about them, talk about them, and pass them on. Every review, list, and feature is written with care, personality, and a deep respect for readers and writers alike.

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The Best Translated Korean Literature Books to Check Out

Books & Us EditorJune 29, 2025

From searing social critiques to tender tales of healing and identity, Korean authors offer a literary richness that is gaining well-deserved recognition on the international stage.

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Book Review: The Trunk – A Stylish But Lacking Satire

Books & Us EditorJune 28, 2025

Its premise and social commentary are the book’s strongest cards—but it doesn’t quite reach its dramatic ambitions.

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Book Review: Clickbait – A Darkly Funny, Cringe‑worthy Dive into Tabloid Culture and Midlife Meltdown

Books & Us EditorJune 28, 2025

Cringe-worthy, yes. Insightful? Definitely. This book entertains, moves, and reflects, even if it doesn’t revolutionise the genre.

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Book Review: The Book of Lost Names – A Quietly Powerful Tale of Courage, Identity, and Resistance

Books & Us EditorJune 28, 2025

If you believe in the importance of remembering, and the quiet courage of people who rewrite history from the shadows—this is for you.

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The Best Books About Handbags Every Fashion Lover Should Read

Books & Us EditorJune 28, 2025

From deep-dive histories to juicy industry memoirs, these books celebrate the artistry, obsession, and cultural impact of the handbag.

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Book Review: Kim Ji-young, Born 1982 – A Quietly Devastating Portrait of Everyday Sexism

Books & Us EditorJune 26, 2025

Sometimes powerful books aren’t the loudest. Kim Ji-young, Born 1982 by Cho Nam-joo is one of those: slim in size, but enormous in impact.

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Book Review: Can’t I Go Instead – A Haunting, Heartbreaking Ode to Girlhood, Love, and Resistance

Books & Us EditorJune 25, 2025

Can’t I Go Instead is one of those rare books that quietly breaks your heart—and then keeps whispering to you long after you’ve turned the last page.

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The Science of Skincare: Books That Make You Smarter About Beauty

Books & Us EditorJune 23, 2025

We dive into the best science-backed skincare books that will make you smarter about beauty—no jargon, no hype, just real knowledge.

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Book Review: The Last Murder at the End of the World – A Riveting Thriller with Amnesia, Morality, and a Clock Ticking Down

Books & Us EditorJune 21, 2025

With elements of classic detective fiction woven into a speculative, almost dystopian setting, it’s a genre-defying read that delivers.

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Book Review: Welcome to the Hyunam-Dong Bookshop – A Gentle Ode to New Beginnings and the Power of Community

Books & Us EditorJune 19, 2025

It features graceful writing, layered characters, and a narrative that champions quiet courage and emotional honesty.

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