To Be or Not to Be a Family was recommended to me in a Facebook group. It’s refreshing coming to a story knowing zero about it and having the plot unfold so neatly in front of you. Following Ashma as she unravels the secrets of her family was especially interesting given the dynamic of the South Korean family. The interactions between the characters was rich and varied, at times funny and at other times heart breaking and everything in between. When I finished reading, I knew that I’d have to visit Seoul one day. I’m a fan of stories that put families and their complex relationships at their core and that’s what To Be or Not to Be a Family is. There are universal themes here that transcend culture and form part of what overall was a very enjoyable read.