"The Orphan Master's Son" is a novel by Adam Johnson set in North Korea. It follows the life of Pak Jun Do, a boy who grows up in an orphanage and navigates the oppressive regime. The story explores themes of identity, love, and survival as Jun Do becomes a soldier, a kidnapper, and ultimately, a man who assumes the identity of a high-ranking official. The narrative is divided into two parts, reflecting Jun Do's transformation and the harsh realities of life in North Korea. The novel won the Pulitzer Prize for Fiction in 2013, praised for its vivid portrayal of a totalitarian state and the resilience of the human spirit.