Description

In the hilltop village of Marigold, an elderly woman runs a magical “Mind Laundry” that promises to wash away emotional pain—turning hurt into vivid stains on T-shirts and, ultimately, into red petals. As five customers arrive with their own private wounds, their stories unfold through moments of humor, tenderness, and hard-won self-understanding, revealing how memory and suffering can be reshaped rather than simply erased. At the heart of the novel is an uplifting exploration of resilience, forgiveness, and the surprising ways people learn to move forward. With its warm, conversational storytelling and emotionally resonant, almost fairytale-like premise, this book offers a gentle reminder that positivity can be cultivated—one “wash” at a time.

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paperback

Random House

Published Oct 3, 2024

188 pages

ISBN: 9781529925661

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Details

First Published

2024

Language

eng

Translation

From: kor

Content Warnings

Content and trigger warnings for Marigold Mind Laundry by Jungeun Yun.

Bullying
Emotional Abuse/Relationship Betrayal
Death/Grief