Failed Summer Vacation

Failed Summer Vacation by Heuijung Hur is a beautifully strange and haunting short story collection that blends the real with the surreal. In seven unique tales, Hur explores loneliness, memory, and the quiet oddities of life through a mix of dreamy noir, speculative fiction, and dark fantasy.

Each story feels like stepping into a slightly off-kilter world—familiar but shadowed by something unexpected. Whether it’s an eerie twist of fate, an unsettling relationship, or a moment of quiet revelation, the emotions always feel real and raw. There's wit, lyricism, and a deep sense of curiosity about how we live and connect.

Translated by Paige Aniyah Morris, this debut collection has already received praise for its originality and emotional depth. Perfect for readers who enjoy thoughtful, atmospheric fiction that lingers in the mind like a dream you can’t quite shake.