Synopsis(from the back of the book)Born into a shaman family, Sunbi has inherited the power to see and communicate with spirits just like her grandmother, a notable shaman and savior of the fishing village in the South Sea. Long shielded from the reality of her power, she finally learns the secret of her mother's death, and why grandmother was never able to leave their village. Enter Sunbi's eerie world in this mind-boggling psychological thriller.
Review
This is a refreshing series. It doesn't have to have cool art or hip, unusual layouts. It's simple but interesting.
This first book gives us insight into Sunbi's life with her grandmother, and how close they were. It shows how Sunbi has similar powers to her grandmother, and as she grows older how it continues to isolate her from other villagers. But tragedy strikes, and she must move away from the village, to live with her father, whom we get the feeling that he cares about her, but is leery of her, too.
It must be difficult to live with powers like seeing dokebi (spirits) that no one else can, seeing gods, and sensing people's hidden emotions. The people in her village are extremely critical, and constantly gossip about Sunbi. As a result, we see a curious, energetic child change into a sullen, suspicious teenager. That said, though, I rather like Sunbi, as I can identify with her. She's quiet, but not afraid to speak her mind. I can understand how she would become cynical with people whispering behind her back, and not being able to make friends.
I think the true story starts in the next book, as this book is mostly an explanation of their powers, and Sunbi's background. I'm really curious to see where this series goes.
Final thought: I have to get the next book!
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