Snow Falling on Cedars
by David Guterson
Snow Falling on Cedars by David Guterson holds a well received rating of 3.80 out of 5, based on 131.9K reader ratings. First published in 1994. The book spans 460 pages.
About Snow Falling on Cedars
Gripping, tragic, and densely atmospheric—a masterpiece of suspense San Piedro Island, north of Puget Sound, is a place so isolated that no one who lives there can afford to make enemies. But in 1954 a local fisherman is found suspiciously drowned, and a Japanese American named Kabuo Miyamoto is charged with his murder. In the course of the ensuing trial, it becomes clear that what is at stake is more than a man's guilt. For on San Pedro, memories of a charmed love affair between a white boy and the Japanese girl who grew up to become Kabuo's wife; memories of land desired, paid for, and lost. Above all, San Piedro is haunted by the memory of what happened to its Japanese residents during World War II, when an entire community was sent into exile while its neighbors watched.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | David Guterson |
| Published | 1994 |
| Pages | 460 |
| Genres | Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Romance, Classics |
| Average Rating | 3.80 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 131,945 |
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What genre is Snow Falling on Cedars?
Snow Falling on Cedars is categorized as Fiction, Historical Fiction, Mystery & Thriller, Romance. Its primary genre classification is Mystery & Thriller.
Is Snow Falling on Cedars worth reading?
Based on 131.9K reader ratings, Snow Falling on Cedars has an average score of 3.80 out of 5.00, which is considered "Well Received." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Snow Falling on Cedars?
Snow Falling on Cedars has 460 pages.
Who wrote Snow Falling on Cedars?
Snow Falling on Cedars was written by David Guterson. It was first published in 1994.
What is the ISBN for Snow Falling on Cedars?
The ISBN-13 for Snow Falling on Cedars is 9780679764020.0.
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