The Book of Grace

An exquisite, deeply felt novel about a young woman who returns home to her Korean parents in Queens

For Grace Kim, veering off course is not an option. The daughter of immigrants in Flushing, Queens--her mother runs a deli, her father an auto repair shop--Grace understands hard work and responsibility. Far from home, she is supporting her boyfriend through Stanford medical school, and hopes for a law career, marriage, a family of her own. But when one day she is forced to confront the hard truths of the life she built, she impulsively packs her things and drives across the country, back to Flushing.

Home, however, is different now. Grace swore she would never forgive her father after his affair, but Mr. and Mrs. Kim have never disentangled themselves. In the midst of this is Grace’s teenaged half-brother, the product of the affair: Lawrence. As Grace takes over shifts at the deli checkout, and Lawrence gets drawn into the church youth group, both of them must navigate their parents' expectations and face their own dreams for their future.

Full of tenderness, heartbreaking insight, and the deftly observed world of the Korean-American diaspora that animated Yoon Choi's award-winning short stories, The Book of Grace is a stirring novel about the pursuit of happiness and the mysteries of the human heart.

Standard and Primary covers are widely available through general retailers. They often have higher print runs and can be cheaper, especially during sales.

In contrast, Direct Market (DM) and variant covers are primarily sold in comic shops. DM editions tend to have more limited availability and may be more valuable to collectors.

The main differences lie in artwork style, availability, price, and collector appeal. Ultimately, the choice between standard and variant covers depends on personal preference, budget, and individual collecting goals.

Comic book enthusiasts have various formats to choose from when collecting their favorite stories.
Here's a brief overview of the main types:

Omnibus

• Large, hardcover collections
• Usually contain complete runs or extensive story arcs
• Typically 800-1000+ pages
• Higher price point, often €100-€150

Oversized Hardcover (OHC)

• Similar dimensions to omnibus, but thinner
• Collect shorter runs or story arcs
• Usually 300-600 pages
• Priced between €30-€50

Hardcover (HC)

• Standard-sized hardcover books
• Collect 6-12 issues typically
• Similar dimensions to single issues, but with a hard cover
• Priced around €25-€35

Trade Paperback (TP)

• Softcover collections
• Standard comic book size
• Usually collect 4-6 issues
• Most affordable option, typically €15-€25

Other Formats

• Absolute Editions: Oversized, deluxe hardcovers (mainly DC Comics)
• Compendiums: Massive paperback collections
• Graphic Novels (OGN/GN): Original stories not previously released as single issues

The choice between these formats often depends on personal preference, budget, and collecting goals. Omnibus and OHC editions offer larger artwork and more content but at a higher price, while TPs provide a more affordable way to collect complete story arcs