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Book SynopsisTrade Review"[A] transcendent story of love and family." -- The New York Times
*"Superb characterization and an evocative sense of place elevate this story that is at once specific to the experiences of Japanese-American expatriates and yet echoes those of many others. . . . Full of desperate sadness and tremendous beauty." -- Kirkus Reviews, starred review
*"The push-pull between humanity’s best and worst, and between acceptance and resistance are at the heart of this powerful and joyful work." -- Publishers Weekly, starred review
*"Complex and emotionally impactful." -- School Library Journal, starred review
*"Kadohata is superb at writing relationships, and here each unfolds like a flower. . . . Another gift from Kadohata to her readers." -- Booklist, starred review
"This is a book to sink deep into." -- Horn Book Magazine, starred review
