June Hur was born in South Korea, raised in Canada, and studied History and Literature at the University of Toronto. She began writing her debut novel, The Silence of Bones, after obsessing over books about Joseon Korea. She lives in Toronto with her husband and daughter.
Awards: Edgar (2023) see all
Genres: Young Adult Fiction, Young Adult Romance
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Novels
The Silence of Bones (2020)
The Forest of Stolen Girls (2021)
The Red Palace (2022)
A Crane Among Wolves (2024)
Behind Five Willows (2026)
The Forest of Stolen Girls (2021)
The Red Palace (2022)
A Crane Among Wolves (2024)
Behind Five Willows (2026)
Books containing stories by June Hur
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June Hur recommends

A Forgery of Fate (2025)
Elizabeth Lim
"A captivating retelling of Beauty and the Beast, brimming with heart-pounding adventure and enchanting romance that will leave you breathless."

The Queen's Spade (2025)
Sarah Raughley
"A gripping exploration of revenge, justice, and the fierce power of feminine rage."

A Song to Drown Rivers (2024)
Ann Liang
"If you are looking for a book that reads like a historical c-drama, then look no further. A SONG TO DROWN RIVERS is just the book you need. Ann Liang's mesmerizing prose, coupled with a poignant love story, weaves a tale of love, revenge, and grief that will leave you breathless."
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