Description: A new full-length novel by Jeong Bo Ra whose previous work [Cursed Rabbit] was shortlisted for the 2022 International Booker Prize. The story explores the conflict between a pharmaceutical company that creates a strong painkiller called 'NSTRA-14' and a religious group that believes pain is necessary for salvation. With meticulous settings, chilling prose, and dark philosophical insights, the novel delves into the root of pain and offers readers a thought-provoking and immersive experience.