A tragic and touching story of two generations banding together to understand and heal each other.
Mineko falls in love just before war breaks out in Japan and leaves her mourning quietly and later marrying an American G.I. who takes her to his small town in Texas. Fighting racism she raises two children and slowly adjusts to the states never forgetting her first love and their secret turtle house. In her later years she is sharing a room in her children's house with her grand daughter who is also feeling out of place. Lia is suffering as well and has run from Austin and her degree in Architecture. When Lia suggests that Mineko share her experiences the two realize they share much more than a branch on the family tree. It is a reminder to hang onto the stories of generations past and just because there is an age difference doesn't mean that you have nothing in common. Their antics and support of each other is heartwarming and Mineko's no nonsense approach to a life of hard work and great love is priceless. Readalikes would include HAPPINESS FALLS and THE PICTURE BRIDE. 4 stars
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