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Inspired by true stories, The Woman in the White Kimono by Ana Johns 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. This compelling narrative, a BBC Radio 2 Book Club pick, is perfect for readers interested in family sagas and historical fiction that explores complex personal choices.

Key Features:

A BBC Radio 2 Book Club pick.
Inspired by true events.
Explores themes of culture, heart, and the meaning of home.
Dual timeline narrative spanning 1957 Japan and the present day.

Synopsis:

In Japan, 1957, seventeen-year-old Naoko Nakamura faces an arranged marriage that will secure her family’s status. However, her love for an American sailor threatens to bring shame upon her family. When it is discovered she is carrying the sailor’s child, Naoko is cast out, forced to make life-altering decisions with consequences that echo through generations.

In the present day, Tori Kovač, while caring for her dying father, uncovers a letter revealing a shocking secret. Tori’s quest for the truth leads her to a remote Japanese seaside village, where she must confront past demons to find redemption.

Specifications:

Author: Ana Johns
Publisher: Legend Press
Publication Date: May 1, 2020
Edition: 1st
Language: English
Format: Paperback
Page Count: 304 pages
Dimensions: 12.9 x 2 x 19.8 cm
Weight: 500 g
ISBN-10: 1789550696
ISBN-13: 978-1789550696

This novel offers a poignant look at the choices individuals make when caught between tradition and personal desire, making it a thought-provoking read for those who appreciate stories of resilience and intergenerational impact.