Donna K. (katshack) reviewed on 5/21/2006 + 21 more book reviews

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The setting of this book, like it's title, weaves a certain magical quality. It's set on a very small island in the Pacific Northwest. It's the first book I read that touched on the experiences of the Japanese-Americans during WWII, and the racial tensions between the Japanese and whites. It's basically a murder mystery, centering on a Japanese-American resident who is accussed of killing a white man. I usually don't like mysteries, so that made it a little difficult at times, but it is certainly a worthwhile read.

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