Bonobo

Bonobo by Jeong Yu-jeong is a speculative fiction novel about a primatologist whose consciousness merges with a bonobo after a car accident, forcing her to experience the world from the animal's perspective while her human body hovers between life and death. The story explores themes of communication, human-animal relationships, and guilt, following the protagonist as she navigates the bonobo's memories and seeks to reunite with her body, aided by a hired protector. The English translation by Brother Anthony of Taizé is expected in 2026.