The narrative of Thae Yong-ho is among the most amazing and motivational stories of our day. Within Kim Jong-un's authoritarian government, Thae Yong-ho, a senior North Korean official, enjoyed a life of affluence and authority. However, in 2016, he took the bold and dangerous decision to flee the repressive North Korean government by leaving his esteemed position and risking everything to defect to South Korea.

You are taken on Thaes' amazing adventure in this engrossing history, which begins with his early years spent under the Kim dynasty's shadow, continues with his rise through the levels of the North Korean government, and ends with his audacious nocturnal escape across the Korean Peninsula. The book vividly describes Thae's inner torment as he struggles to balance his love for his family and nation with his growing distaste for the crimes committed by the dictatorship and his aspiration for democracy and human rights.

Thaes' tale serves as a monument to the human spirit's ability to triumph over the most difficult challenges. His testimony offers a unique, first-hand look into the inner workings of the Kim dictatorship and the everyday lives of civilians imprisoned under its oppressive control, as he is one of the highest-ranking North Korean officials to ever defect. Above all, however, the story of Thae Yong-ho is a motivational ode to bravery, conviction, and the insatiable desire for freedom.

You will see the brutal realities of life under totalitarian rule, the horrors of the North Korean police state, and the degrading brainwashing efforts through Thae's eyes. You will also see Thae's transition from a devoted government official to a fervent supporter of democracy and human rights, a man prepared to risk everything to ensure a better future for everyone caught up in the harsh North Korean system as well as for himself.

Thae Yong-ho Biography: The Great Escape to Democracy is a must-book for anyone who wants to learn about the terrible reality of life in North Korea or who wants to be motivated by one man's incredible trek to freedom. It is gripping, terrifying, and ultimately uplifting. Grab a copy to learn more.