The book is set on the island of JeJu, Korea and follows two
girls from different backgrounds as they work in the sea with their village’s
all-female diving collective. Their
relationship covers the years from Japanese colonialism in the 1930’s and
‘40’s, World War II, the Korean War up to the era of cell phones. Their
friendship is tested during difficult times.
It is a fascinating look at life in a female dominated society where
women work and men watch the children.
