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The Woman in the White Kimono: A Novel,Used
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Oceans and decades apart, two women are inextricably bound by the secrets between them.Japan, 1957. Seventeenyearold Naoko Nakamuras prearranged marriage to the son of her fathers business associate would secure her familys status in their traditional Japanese community, but Naoko has fallen for another manan American sailor, a gaijinand to marry him would bring great shame upon her entire family. When its learned Naoko carries the sailors child, shes cast out in disgrace and forced to make unimaginable choices with consequences that will ripple across generations.America, present day. Tori Kovac, caring for her dying father, finds a letter containing a shocking revelationone that calls into question everything she understood about him, her family and herself. Setting out to learn the truth behind the letter, Toris journey leads her halfway around the world to a remote seaside village in Japan, where she must confront the demons of the past to pave a way for redemption.In breathtaking prose and inspired by true stories from a devastating and littleknown era in Japanese and American history, The Woman in the White Kimono illuminates a searing portrait of one woman torn between her culture and her heart, and another woman on a journey to discover the true meaning of home.
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- Q: What is the main theme of 'The Woman in the White Kimono'? A: The novel explores themes of cultural conflict, the impact of secrets across generations, and the journey towards redemption and understanding one's identity.
- Q: Who are the main characters in the book? A: The story primarily revolves around two women: Naoko Nakamura, a young woman in 1950s Japan facing societal pressures, and Tori Kovac, who discovers family secrets in present-day America.
- Q: What genre does this book belong to? A: The Woman in the White Kimono is categorized as a Family Saga, blending historical fiction with elements of drama and personal discovery.
- Q: How many pages is the book? A: The book contains 352 pages.
- Q: What is the publication date of 'The Woman in the White Kimono'? A: The novel was published on May 28, 2019.
- Q: Is this book available in different formats? A: Currently, 'The Woman in the White Kimono' is available in hardcover format.
- Q: Who is the author of the book? A: The author of 'The Woman in the White Kimono' is Ana Johns.
- Q: What is the item condition for this book? A: The book is listed as 'New'.
- Q: What is the significance of the title 'The Woman in the White Kimono'? A: The title reflects cultural symbols and the conflicts faced by the characters, particularly relating to tradition and personal choice.
- Q: Can you provide a brief summary of the plot? A: The novel follows Naoko, who faces disgrace for her love for an American sailor in 1957 Japan, and Tori, who uncovers family secrets that lead her to Japan in search of truth and closure.