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readers_nook's review against another edition
emotional
informative
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
4.0
This WAS an interesting sequel to Moloka'i. The character development fits neatly with what was happening in the 1st book - and sets out to provide answers to many questions from the daughter Ruth's' perspective of events. Many topics for discussion are presented, within a book club setting, or between fellow readers. Some of my favorite are: How do people lose hope? The instinct to plead for another persons wellbeing - how does it reach from our hearts to theirs? I learned the meaning of a word I had not previously known 'inchoate'. While I was aware of the Japanese encampments during WWII, it was an inside looking out perspective that was provided. For these reasons, I recommend the book, only after reading Book 1.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs and Police brutality
mjreadings's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
Content Warnings
Graphic: Deportation, Hate crime, and Racial slurs
Moderate: Death of parent
Minor: Dementia and Grief
voela321's review against another edition
adventurous
challenging
emotional
hopeful
informative
sad
slow-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? It's complicated
5.0
Beautiful sequel to a beautiful book. Daughter of Moloka’i is Ruth’s story. The story of the daughter Rachel was forced to relinquish on Moloka’i. Initially sent to a children’s orphanage where she was raised by loving nuns then adopted by Japanese immigrant parents who subsequently emigrated to California. This story covers the deep injustice that was the Japanese internment camps of World War Two. But it is especially about mothers and daughters. Ruth discovers she has 2 mothers when Rachel is finally allowed to leave Moloka’i and comes looking for Ruth. This is the story of a daughter and her love for both of her mothers. It is magic. Highly recommend.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racial slurs, Chronic illness, Xenophobia, and Confinement
Minor: Sexual assault
carolyn_librarian's review against another edition
dark
emotional
informative
inspiring
reflective
sad
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? Yes
- Loveable characters? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
5.0
A moving life story of an adoptee and survivor of the US WWII Japanese Imprisonment Camps. A character study of a resilient and loyal mother, daughter, and sister dedicated to familial piety. A picture of how hard working Japanese Americans had their lives ruined unconstitutionally by the American government. An emotional account of long lost relatives reuniting and accepting each other as family that ties this sequel to the first book perfectly.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Hate crime, Racial slurs, Torture, Racism, and War
Minor: Deportation and Police brutality
ampam's review against another edition
emotional
hopeful
informative
tense
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Plot
- Strong character development? Yes
- Diverse cast of characters? Yes
4.0
Content Warnings
Graphic: Racism
Moderate: Grief
Minor: Racial slurs, Suicide attempt, War, and Xenophobia
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