Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel
by Jamie Ford
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel by Jamie Ford holds a exceptional rating of 4.50 out of 5, based on 14.2K reader ratings. First published in 2009. The book spans 290 pages.
About Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel
"Sentimental, heartfelt....the exploration of Henry's 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 don't repeat those injustices."-- Kirkus Reviews"A 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 war--not 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 Rain"Jamie Ford's first novel explores the age-old 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 deep-heart love. An impressive, bitter, and sweet debut."-- Lisa See, bestselling author of Snow Flower and the Secret FanIn the opening pages of Jamie Ford's 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 Seattle's 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 Henry's 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 me
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Jamie Ford |
| Published | 2009 |
| Pages | 290 |
| Kindle Price | $14.99 |
| Genres | Fiction |
| Average Rating | 4.50 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 14,195 |
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What genre is Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel?
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel is categorized as Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fiction.
Is Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel worth reading?
Based on 14.2K reader ratings, Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel has an average score of 4.50 out of 5.00, which is considered "Exceptional."
How many pages is Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel?
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel has 290 pages.
Who wrote Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel?
Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel was written by Jamie Ford. It was first published in 2009.
What is the ISBN for Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel?
The ISBN-13 for Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet: A Novel is 9780345512505.
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