What if you could trade your life for a completely different one?
On the outskirts of Rainbow Town stands an old abandoned house that appears only during the rainy season. Those who are chosen receive a mysterious ticket granting them entry to The Rainfall Market—a magical place filled with extraordinary shops and the possibility of changing their lives.
When Serin, a lonely girl who dreams of a better future, receives a ticket, she enters the market accompanied by Isha, a mysterious cat. She has just one week to discover what kind of life would truly make her happy.
But there's a catch: if she cannot find her happiness before time runs out, she may be trapped inside the market forever.
The Rainfall Market is a warm Korean fantasy about happiness, self-discovery, friendship, hope and learning to appreciate the life you already have.
Key Features
- Korean fantasy fiction
- Magical realism
- Heartwarming and uplifting story
- Self-discovery and personal growth
- Friendship and found-family themes
- Magical marketplace setting
- Features a memorable cat companion
- Translated from Korean by Slin Jung
- International bestseller
Book Details
| Detail |
Information |
| Title |
The Rainfall Market |
| Author |
You Yeong-Gwang |
| Translator |
Slin Jung |
| Language |
English |
| Genre |
Fantasy / Magical Realism |
| Language |
English |
| Format |
Paperback |
About the Author
You Yeong-Gwang was born in Seongnam, South Korea, in 1984. He wrote The Rainfall Market during breaks while working as a food delivery driver. The book was originally published in Korean as 비가 오면 열리는 상점.
About the Translator
Slin Jung is a freelance translator and interpreter based in Toronto. She has translated Korean literary and nonfiction works into English, including The Rainfall Market.
Who Should Read This Book?
Perfect for readers who enjoy:
- Before the Coffee Gets Cold
- What You Are Looking For Is in the Library
- The Dallergut Dream Department Store
- Korean translated fiction
- Cozy magical realism
- Fantasy with emotional themes
- Stories about finding happiness and purpose
- Whimsical stories featuring magical places and animals
