Publisher's Synopsis
Born in South Korea on the day the Korean War begins, Hana struggles to overcome the restrictions of her family, her physical disability, and traditional society. Against the odds, she's determined to pursue her creativity, to live and love freely. When she falls in love for the first time, she emigrates to California, and her world breaks open in unexpected ways. Through the ups and downs of different kinds of love, she learns the importance of generosity, self-discovery, and resilience. This is the story of one woman's daily struggle to maintain her balance, to pick herself up when she fails, and to find beauty in imperfection - both in herself and in those she loves. On her seventieth birthday, as Hana looks back over her life, she wonders what new adventure is waiting around the next corner.
In vivid and evocative prose, The Weight of Love tells a complex, contemporary story of romance, life lessons, and resilience. If you liked Celeste Ng's Little Fires Everywhere, then you'll love this book!
Sunna Bohlen is a fearless painter, a closet poet, and a soul cook. Life has taught her many lessons, the first of which is the power of self-discovery as the best medicine for healing. Her creative work is a passionate study of the human condition. Through her art, she seeks to share her experiences and insights with the world. She believes that giving unconditional love is the secret to happiness. The Weight of Love is her first novel. You can find more of her work at www.sunnabohlen.com.
