June Hur

The global literary world is turning its eyes to Korean history, specifically the Joseon Dynasty—its most insular and turbulent era. At the center of this current stands June Hur, a Korean-Canadian author possessing a depth that the label "K-Thriller" alone cannot fully capture. Her achievements carry significant weight. A former librarian who devoured vast historical records, her debut novel The Silence of Bones was named a finalist for the 2021 Edgar Award in the Young Adult category by the Mystery Writers of America (MWA). This was a feat comparable to winning and a decisive moment that imprinted the genre of "Joseon Mystery" onto the Western literary landscape.