A new plant shop in Dosan
In a quiet neighborhood of Dosan, a small city in South Korea, Yuhui has opened a shop called Plants, Boutique. The shop is designed to be a welcoming space where people can discover unique plants, which Yuhui believes can bring happiness to those who care for them.Caring for plants and customers
Yuhui manages a social media account to showcase the plants in her shop, carefully nurturing them through all challenges. She believes that plants, like people, can thrive if given the right care and guidance. Her customers appreciate her expertise and often return for advice on how to best care for their own plants.A hidden and dangerous side
At night, Yuhui takes on a completely different role. She helps young women and girls who are victims of abuse by creating personalized plans to escape dangerous situations. In the back of her garden, she disposes of the bodies of men who have harmed these women, using a powerful machine that she once admired for its efficiency in cutting through wood and plants.A feminist thriller novel
Minyoung Kang’s novel The Lady of Plants is a short, intense thriller that explores themes of feminism and personal empowerment. The story centers on Yuhui, a complex and compelling protagonist who takes matters into her own hands to protect women from abuse.Cultural context and the novel's release
The novel reflects the specific cultural context of South Korea, where women often face societal pressures and are expected to bear responsibility for their own situations. The Lady of Plants challenges these norms by presenting a narrative where anger and action lead to liberation. The book was published on 06/11/2026 in a limited olfactory edition by Verso, priced at 19.90 € and containing 256 pages.
