Reviews tagging 'Forced institutionalization'

Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford

1 review

laheath's review against another edition

emotional informative reflective sad slow-paced

• Plot- or character-driven? A mix
• Strong character development? Yes
• Loveable characters? Yes
• Diverse cast of characters? Yes
• Flaws of characters a main focus? No

4.0

 During WWII, Henry, a Chinese-American teen in Seattle, befriends Keiko, a Japanese-American girl, against his father's wishes. As their friendship deepens and begins to develop into something more, America begins to send Japanese-American families to internment camps. Due to various circumstances, Henry and Keiko lose touch. Forty years later, in alternating chapters, adult Henry is reflecting on some memories and telling his newly-engaged son some of these family stories. Interesting history but sweet and sad story. 

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Content Warnings

Graphic: Forced institutionalization and Racism

Moderate: Death