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A review by sarahsthoughtsonbooks
A Jar of Dreams by Yoshiko Uchida
emotional
hopeful
reflective
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? A mix
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? It's complicated
- Flaws of characters a main focus? No
It's one of the books I've been reading for my representation matters challenge for APH month challenge, where I've been going back to read books when I first saw myself represented.
A JAR OF DREAMS holds up to the passage of time. All the microagressions that Rinko faces, the racism her family faces. I loved how it's her aunt (Aunt Waka) visiting for the dinner from Japan inspires everyone to be more outspoken, and willing to take a chance.
Also, I forgot that the Bay Bridge hasn't always existed (though I do remember when tolls used to be $1), so hearing about crossing from Berkeley/Oakland to San Francisco on the ferry was odd.
A JAR OF DREAMS holds up to the passage of time. All the microagressions that Rinko faces, the racism her family faces. I loved how it's her aunt (Aunt Waka) visiting for the dinner from Japan inspires everyone to be more outspoken, and willing to take a chance.
Also, I forgot that the Bay Bridge hasn't always existed (though I do remember when tolls used to be $1), so hearing about crossing from Berkeley/Oakland to San Francisco on the ferry was odd.
Content Warnings
Minor: Animal death, Hate crime, Racism, and Racial slurs