Michael asked this question about A River in Darkness: One Man's Escape from North Korea:
I'm left with a strange feeling after reading this. According to his own story he has broken his agreement with the Japanese government by publishing this. This leads to one of three conclusions: 1) The author had permission to publish, but it was not disclosed in the book, 2) He published surreptitiously, or 3) This is a work of fiction. Which is it?
Marianne K Yes, I agree with Bettina. In the book it was requested he “wait” before implicating Japan. He escaped in 1996 and the book was published in Japan in …moreYes, I agree with Bettina. In the book it was requested he “wait” before implicating Japan. He escaped in 1996 and the book was published in Japan in 2000. I’ve read many memoirs written by escapees from NORK and I have no doubt that this is truthful. (less)
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