Injustice reigned in America during the 1942 - 1945 years at the behest of President Franklin D. Roosevelt. World War II struck on multiple planes, one of which was the internment of hundreds of thousands of American-Born Japanese, interned because there might be one spy in the haystack. These mostly law-abiding US citizens, who had nothing in their hearts of the country of Japan's war schemes, were herded in droves to these camps that had been slapped together without proper care and conditions were often primitive.
This historical fiction story, No Quiet Water, traces the wonderful Miyota family and their dog Flyer who also had wonderful neighbors who helped and supported them during their years of incarceration, first in a California "facility," and then one in Idaho. Their grace, endurance and perseverance without bitterness, despite the deplorable conditions, was amazing. Fumio was an amazing half-grown boy who really did the best he could. The dog Flyer adds many tender moments.
The book is based on the author's relatives' account as well as researched sources, some of which you will see listed at book end. Although I have heard of the interments before, this was still an enlightening read. Therefore, I believe all Americans would do well to read this valuable account and learn positive lessons from it.
~Eunice C., Reviewer/Blogger~
October 2022
Disclaimer: This is my honest opinion based on the complimentary review copy sent by NetGalley and the publisher.
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