“Doohyun and Jiyeon’s extraordinary love story shows us that bravery and heart can triumph, even during the most unfathomable of hardships. It is an illuminating, gut-wrenching and hopeful glimpse into life in North Korea.”

“An impossible story of a daring escape with miracle after miracle that will keep you turning page after page.”

“A Necessary Lie is a story about the life-shattering, mind-numbing coercion, control, surveillance, exploitation, abuse, punishment, and oppression suffocating the people of North Korea. It is also a story of overcoming seemingly insurmountable adversity through hope, resilience, redemption, and unshakeable faith. And, above all, it is a captivating love story between two beautiful young people determined to follow the perilous path to freedom.”