Mitzko is the only child of Japanese parents who lost their
land in the United States and were interned during World War II. Although they stoically endure hardships, she sets goals for herself and becomes a super student. Falling in reciprocated love with an army general's son as a teenager permeates her life, but it eventually leads to tragedy. | ||
Plot & Themes Tone of book? - thoughtful Time/era of story - 1930's-1950's Ethnic/Regional/Religion Is this an adult or child's book? - Adult or Young Adult Book War/Revolt/Disaster on civilians Yes Ethnic/regional/gender life Yes Conflict: Main Character Gender - Female Age: - a teen Ethnicity/Nationality Writing Style Amount of dialog - significantly more descript than dialog |