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Hotel On The Corner Of Bitter And Sweet: A Novel
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Sentimental, Heartfelt.The Exploration Of Henrys Changing Relationship With His Family And With Keiko Will Keep Most Readers Turning Pages...A Timely Debut That Not Only Reminds Readers Of A Shameful Episode In American History, But Cautions Us To Examine The Present And Take Heed We Dont Repeat Those Injustices. Kirkus Reviewsa Tender And Satisfying Novel Set In A Time And A Place Lost Forever, Hotel On The Corner Of Bitter And Sweet Gives Us A Glimpse Of The Damage That Is Caused By Warnot The Sweeping Damage Of The Battlefield, But The Cold, Cruel Damage To The Hearts And Humanity Of Individual People. Especially Relevant In Today'S World, This Is A Beautifully Written Book That Will Make You Think. And, More Importantly, It Will Make You Feel. Garth Stein, New York Times Bestselling Author Of The Art Of Racing In The Rainjamie Ford'S First Novel Explores The Ageold Conflicts Between Father And Son, The Beauty And Sadness Of What Happened To Japanese Americans In The Seattle Area During World War Ii, And The Depths And Longing Of Deepheart Love. An Impressive, Bitter, And Sweet Debut. Lisa See, Bestselling Author Of Snow Flower And The Secret Fanin The Opening Pages Of Jamie Fords Stunning Debut Novel, Hotel On The Corner Of Bitter And Sweet, Henry Lee Comes Upon A Crowd Gathered Outside The Panama Hotel, Once The Gateway To Seattles Japantown. It Has Been Boarded Up For Decades, But Now The New Owner Has Made An Incredible Discovery: The Belongings Of Japanese Families, Left When They Were Rounded Up And Sent To Internment Camps During World War Ii. As Henry Looks On, The Owner Opens A Japanese Parasol.This Simple Act Takes Old Henry Lee Back To The 1940S, At The Height Of The War, When Young Henrys World Is A Jumble Of Confusion And Excitement, And To His Father, Who Is Obsessed With The War In China And Having Henry Grow Up American. While Scholarshipping At The Exclusive Rainier Elementary, Where The White Kids Ignore Him, Henry Meets Keiko Okabe, A Young Japanese American Student. Amid The Chaos Of Blackouts, Curfews, And Fbi Raids, Henry And Keiko Forge A Bond Of Friendshipand Innocent Lovethat Transcends The Longstanding Prejudices Of Their Old World Ancestors. And After Keiko And Her Family Are Swept Up In The Evacuations To The Internment Camps, She And Henry Are Left Only With The Hope That The War Will End, And That Their Promise To Each Other Will Be Kept.Forty Years Later, Henry Lee Is Certain That The Parasol Belonged To Keiko. In The Hotels Dark Dusty Basement He Begins Looking For Signs Of The Okabe Familys Belongings And For A Longlost Object Whose Value He Cannot Begin To Measure. Now A Widower, Henry Is Still Trying To Find His Voicewords That Might Explain The Actions Of His Nationalistic Father; Words That Might Bridge The Gap Between Him And His Modern, Chinese American Son; Words That Might Help Him Confront The Choices He Made Many Years Ago.Set During One Of The Most Conflicted And Volatile Times In American History, Hotel On The Corner Of Bitter And Sweet Is An Extraordinary Story Of Commitment And Enduring Hope. In Henry And Keiko, Jamie Ford Has Created An Unforgettable Duo Whose Story Teaches Us Of The Power Of Forgiveness And The Human Heart.Bonus: This Edition Contains A Hotel On The Corner Of Bitter And Sweet Discussion Guide And An Excerpt From Jamie Ford'S Songs Of Willow Frost.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main theme of 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet'? A: The main theme of the novel revolves around the complexities of friendship and love amidst the backdrop of World War II, particularly focusing on the Japanese American experience during this time.
- Q: Who are the main characters in the book? A: The primary characters are Henry Lee, a Chinese American boy, and Keiko Okabe, a Japanese American girl. Their friendship and bond develop during the war despite societal prejudices.
- Q: What age group is this book suitable for? A: This novel is suitable for young adults and older readers due to its themes of love, loss, and historical reflection, making it appropriate for readers aged 14 and up.
- Q: Is 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet' based on a true story? A: While the book is a work of fiction, it is inspired by real events and the experiences of Japanese Americans during World War II, providing historical context to the narrative.
- Q: What is the significance of the Panama Hotel in the story? A: The Panama Hotel serves as a crucial setting in the novel, symbolizing the history and memories of Japanese families who were interned during the war. It reveals the personal impacts of historical events.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The hardcover edition of 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet' contains 304 pages.
- Q: When was 'Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet' published? A: The book was published on January 27, 2009.
- Q: What is the binding type of this edition? A: This edition of the book is a hardcover.
- Q: Does this book include any additional content? A: Yes, this edition includes a discussion guide and an excerpt from Jamie Ford's subsequent novel, 'Songs of Willow Frost'.
- Q: What makes this novel relevant today? A: The novel addresses themes of racism, cultural identity, and the consequences of war, making it relevant in contemporary discussions about social justice and human rights.