Tree-ear is an orphan boy in a 12th-century Korean village renowned for its ceramics. When he accidentally breaks a delicate piece of pottery, he volunteers to work to pay for the damage. Putting aside his own dreams, Tree-ear resolves to serve the master potter by embarking on a difficult and dangerous journey, little knowing that it will change his life forever.
Intrigues, danger, and a strong focus on doing what is right turn a simple story into a compelling read. . . A timeless jewel."-Kirkus Reviews, Starred Review"