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THE RED PALACE - JUNE HUR TASCHENBUCH

June Hur  critically acclaimed author of The Silence of Bones and The Forest of Stolen Girls 
returns with The Red Palace-a third evocative  atmospheric historical mystery perfect for fans
of Courtney Summers and Kerri Maniscalco. To enter the palace means to walk a path stained in
blood... Joseon (Korea)  1758. There are few options available to illegitimate daughters in the
capital city  but through hard work and study  eighteen-year-old Hyeon has earned a position as
a palace nurse. All she wants is to keep her head down  do a good job  and perhaps finally win
her estranged father's approval. But Hyeon is suddenly thrust into the dark and dangerous world
of court politics when someone murders four women in a single night  and the prime suspect is
Hyeon's closest friend and mentor. Determined to prove her beloved teacher's innocence  Hyeon
launches her own secret investigation. In her hunt for the truth  she encounters Eojin  a young
police inspector also searching for the killer. When evidence begins to point to the Crown
Prince himself as the murderer  Hyeon and Eojin must work together to search the darkest
corners of the palace to uncover the deadly secrets behind the bloodshed. Praise for The Red
Palace:An ABA Indie BestsellerA Junior Library Guild SelectionForbes Most Anticipated Book of
2022 Selection A tense political thriller  a beautiful romance  and a coming of age all in one
unique package. -School Library Journal  starred review This atmospheric historical mystery
will transport and captivate readers ... A beautifully written story full of historical and
cultural details that will leave readers aching for a follow-up. -Booklist  starred review An
expertly choreographed mystery with a touch of romance and an emotionally satisfying conclusion
... The perfect book to curl up with for a cozy winter afternoon of murder and intrigue. -NPR

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