When Mikan Road Was Ours
Addressing issues such as family, racism, identity, gender roles, classism, and entitlement, Furutani’s novel brings much to the table for book groups to discuss. As much of a strong work of historical fiction as a social commentary on the human race, this debut proves that Furutani is a writer to watch.
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D.K. Furutani’s debut novel, When Mikan Road Was Ours, is a powerful, multi-generational family saga we absolutely need in our lives.
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Furutani excels at breathing life into the historical period with details from Benjiro’s memoir, as well as journal entries, newspaper clippings, and letters that flesh out the Muranos’ turmoil and relationships. It’s a memorable family drama.
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