Wicked Fox by Kat Cho

About Wicked Fox

What would you sacrifice for the one person who finally sees you? Set in modern-day Seoul and steeped in Korean folklore, Kat Cho’s breakout YA fantasy follows Gu Miyoung—a secret gumiho (nine‑tailed fox) who survives by consuming human energy—and Jihoon, the warmhearted boy she saves. Their bond ignites a dangerous chain of fate, old magic, and family debts that demand a heartbreaking choice.

Fast-paced and atmospheric, Wicked Fox balances K‑drama swoon with paranormal stakes: ancestral spirits, shamans, a stolen fox bead, and a city that never sleeps. It’s a vivid, character‑driven romance about identity, belonging, and the cost of mercy.

Details

• Author: Kat Cho
• Series: Gumiho (Book 1)
• Format: Paperback
• Publisher: Penguin Young Readers Group
• Publication Date: July 21, 2020
• Pages: 464
• Language: English
• ISBN‑10: 198481236X
• ISBN‑13: 9781984812360
• Dimensions: 5.40 × 8.20 × 1.30 inches

Why Readers Choose This

• Mythology that feels fresh—Korean gumiho lore in a contemporary city.
• A romance with real stakes and moral tension.
• Cinematic, K‑drama energy: fast twists, big feelings, cliffhangers.
• Perfect for fans of Renée Ahdieh, Leigh Bardugo, and urban fantasy with heart.

“An addictive fantasy‑romance set in modern‑day Seoul.” — Editorial consensus

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• The Wrath & the Dawn — Renée Ahdieh
• Shadow and Bone — Leigh Bardugo
• The Gilded Wolves — Roshani Chokshi

ISBN Information

ISBN‑10: 198481236X | ISBN‑13: 9781984812360

Questions Readers Ask

• Is this the first book? Yes—Book 1 of the Gumiho series.
• How intense is the romance? PG‑13: kissing, peril, and emotional stakes.
• Age range? Publisher recommends 12+.