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Winner of the American Library Association's Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature. For readers of The Librarian Of Auschwitz, This Light Between Us is a powerfully affecting story of World War II about the unlikeliest of pen pals—a Japanese American boy and a French Jewish girl—as they fight to maintain hope in a time of war.
“I remember visiting Manzanar and standing in the windswept plains where over ten thousand internees were once imprisoned, their voices cut off. I remember how much I wanted to write a story that did right by them. Hopefully this book delivers.”—Andrew Fukuda
In 1935, ten-year-old Alex Maki from Bainbridge Island, Washington is disgusted when he’s forced to become pen pals with Charlie Lévy of Paris, France—a girl. He thought she was a boy. In spite of Alex’s reluctance, their letters continue to fly across the Atlantic—and along with them, the shared hopes and dreams of friendship. Until the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the growing Nazi persecution of Jews force them to confront the darkest aspects of human nature. From the desolation of an internment camp on the plains of Manzanar to the horrors of Auschwitz and the devastation of European battlefields, the only thing they can hold onto are the memories of their letters. But nothing can dispel the light between them.
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Looking for a gripping and emotional read that will transport you back in time to World War II? Look no further than "This Light Between Us: A Novel of World War II." Winner of the prestigious American Library Association's Asian/Pacific American Award for Literature, this powerful story follows the unlikely friendship between a Japanese American boy, Alex Maki, and a French Jewish girl, Charlie Lévy.
From the very beginning, this book will capture your heart and keep you hooked. You'll be immersed in Alex and Charlie's journey as they navigate the challenges of war and discover the strength of their bond through their letters. And let's not forget the incredible insight and reflection provided by the author, Andrew Fukuda, who drew inspiration from his own visit to Manzanar, the site of an internment camp where thousands of Japanese Americans were unjustly imprisoned.
The story takes you on a rollercoaster of emotions, from the innocence and excitement of their early correspondence to the heart-wrenching realities of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor and the horrors of Auschwitz. Through it all, the unyielding friendship between Alex and Charlie shines brightly, reminding us of the power of human connection even in the darkest of times.
If you're a fan of historical fiction and enjoy stories that tug at your heartstrings, "This Light Between Us" is a must-read. Let this incredible journey transport you to a time when hope was scarce but friendship triumphed against all odds. You won't be able to put it down.
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