The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet
"The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet" is a historical novel by Jamie Ford, set in Seattle during World War II. The story follows a young Chinese American boy named Henry Lee as he navigates the challenges of growing up in a racially divided society. The narrative explores themes of love, loss, and the impact of war on families.
The plot centers around Henry's friendship with a Japanese American girl named Keiko Okabe, who is sent to an internment camp. As Henry searches for Keiko years later, he uncovers memories tied to a hotel that once housed Japanese Americans during their forced relocation, highlighting the injustices of that era.