If you ever wanted to understand the enigmatic figure of Kim Jong Un and stay ahead of your golf buddies in conversations, then 'The Great Successor: The Secret Rise and Rule of Kim Jong Un' is a must-read for you! This book provides an exhaustive yet exciting account of North Korea's leader by drawing on hundreds of interviews with witnesses who have never before spoken publicly. One can now easily hold their own against their golfing friends when discussing this totalitarian regime or any changes that it has undergone since Kim Jong Un took power.
Recently I had the pleasure to read this book during my afternoon breaks at work, without fail impressing my coworkers with its insights in just 30 minutes or less. During one such break I regaled them with the analysis that foreign businessmen should remain aware while negotiating deals within North Korea’s borders as they could be dealing not only with state entities but also entities from private individuals acting as shadow partners (pg 234).
The author, Anna Fifield puts her boots on every doorstep so that her readers don’t have to. Attending multiple international events and speaking directly to diplomats, officials, businesspeople - she leaves no stone unturned in her quest for knowledge about Mr. Kim's rise and rule over his country−especially his idiosyncrasies which even surprised experienced Koryo Tours guides (#kimswag!).
She adds further value by having exclusive access to a trove of personal information about the inner workings among close aides surrounding the Supreme Leader (pg 254).
In conclusion 'The Great Successor: The Secret Rise And Rule Of Kim Jong Un' known as much is an absolute masterpiece for anyone interested in understanding movements taking place amongst factions in Pyongyang government today − whether out of academic interest or simply wanting appear knowledgeable at your next round of Golf Club banter!