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A review by alliepeduto
Daughter of Moloka'i by Alan Brennert
4.0
This was an extremely difficult book to read for me, but like the other Alan Brennert books I’ve read, it was emotionally resonant and impeccably researched. I encourage anyone with an interest in Japanese internment in the 1940s to read this, as the sources are comprehensive and the fictional lens allows multiple stories and perspectives to be shared.
This story is also partially set in Hawaii, and I would be remiss to not mention the ongoing tragedy of the Maui Wildfires. There are several scenes in this novel set in Lahaina, which broke my heart because the city has always been the heart of historical culture on the island. I urge everyone if you are able to check out the link below and donate.
https://bookriot.com/maui-relief-effort-readathon/
This story is also partially set in Hawaii, and I would be remiss to not mention the ongoing tragedy of the Maui Wildfires. There are several scenes in this novel set in Lahaina, which broke my heart because the city has always been the heart of historical culture on the island. I urge everyone if you are able to check out the link below and donate.
https://bookriot.com/maui-relief-effort-readathon/