The Red Palace

The Red Palace

In 1758 Joseon Korea, palace nurse Hyeon finds herself entangled in a chilling murder mystery. When her beloved mentor is accused of killing four women, Hyeon teams up with a young police inspector to uncover the truth—risking her position, her life, and palace secrets in the process. A gripping historical thriller full of suspense and heart.

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The Red Palace by June Hur is a historical mystery set in 1758 Joseon (Korea). The novel follows 18-year-old Hyeon, an illegitimate daughter who has worked diligently to become a palace nurse, aiming to earn her estranged father’s approval. Her life takes a perilous turn when four women are murdered in one night, and her mentor is accused of the crime. Determined to prove her teacher’s innocence, Hyeon teams up with Eojin, a young police inspector, to navigate the treacherous palace politics and uncover the truth.

The novel has been praised for its evocative atmosphere and intricate plot. NPR describes it as a “gripping YA mystery set in 18th century Korea’s royal court.” In 2023, the book won the Edgar Allan Poe Award for Best Young Adult Novel.

The Red Palace is available in hardcover, e-book, and audiobook formats through various retailers, including Amazon, Barnes & Noble, and IndieBound.

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Weight 0.5 kg
Dimensions 12.8 × 19.8 × 2.6 cm
Format

Paperback
Year Published

2025
Publisher

Headline Publishing Groups
ISBN

9781035420919
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