They aren't necessarily trying to make a life out of crime it's just the way that they can express themselves or live a life. And while these kids are rebellious and cause havoc across the streets, there is an emphasis on the fact that at the end of the day, they are just kids. It also deals with the societal issues of how low-income class kids often wind up with the 'wrong crowd' and turn to a life of crime - in this case, motorcycle gangs. It focuses on young teens who are often turned away by their families, or come into the world as orphans, and are neglected. It's also a deeply disturbing book, and at times, heavy, so those of you are cautious when it comes to violence, I do recommend that you approach with caution (I will list the content warnings down below).

I Hear Your Voice centers around the dark, gritty sides of Seoul, the parts that society often ignores or are actually completely unaware of. Overall, this book is a fast read, and it wastes no time getting to the point of things. (I don't attempt to really hide spoilers here, so take caution as you proceed). The first half was quite strong, but I had a harder time connecting to the latter half. Towards the end of this book, I'm unsure how to feel.

CW/TW: Violence, blood, child/domestic abuse (child neglect), dubious consent, sexual assault/violence

I Hear Your Voice by Kim Young-ha