Kwan Taeun, a detective from the metropolitan district of Hanson, faces a series of mysterious murders. Taeun suspects that a psychopathic killer has appeared in the city. The investigation leads him to Shin Harin, a mysterious woman who turns out to be a kumiho. In the shadows of Hanson hide mythical creatures: demons, werewolves, and vengeful spirits. Taeun’s case becomes increasingly complicated. Taeun and Harin must not only figure out the killer’s motives, but also understand how mystical forces influence what’s happening in the city. Secrets of the past, revenge lasting several centuries, and a fox-werewolf—welcome to the mystical Hanson!
New! “The Foxes of Hanson District” is a standalone detective fantasy novel by Xenia Han, author of the “Dragon and Tiger” series. A rebellious detective investigates mysterious murders in modern Korea together with a kumiho fox. Modernity, Asian fantasy, Korean mythology, a love triangle, humor, adventure, and a detective investigation!
The vibe of “The Big Book of Korean Monsters” in funny border illustrations by Xenia Han! A bright manga-style cover by artist AkiShyCat (over 70k followers; illustrator of a popular comic on the remanga portal), glued-in inserts by akirabe, and a designer folder layout like an investigator’s file.
The events of “The Foxes of Hanson District” take place in October 2024, more than 400 years after “Dragon and Tiger.” You will meet brand-new characters and… old acquaintances.