Hotaka (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781760113766)

When the tsunami strikes the Japanese seaside town of Omori-wan, the effects are utterly devastating. Three years later, much of what happened on that day is still a mystery. As Hotaka sets about convincing local performers to appear at the town's upcoming Memorial Concert, he finds himself haunted by memories of best friend, Takeshi, who perished without trace in the tsunami. Then his friend Sakura becomes involved in an anti-seawall movement, and the protest quickly gets serious. As the town and its people struggle to rebuild their lives, can Hotaka piece together what happened that day--and let go of the past? Includes map, timeline, and glossary.

Author: John Heffernan
ISBN-10: 176011376X
ISBN-13: 9781760113766
Publisher: Allen & Unwin
Language: English
Published: 09/01/2017
Pages: 224
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.55lbs
Size: 7.70h x 5.00w x 0.70d

Review Citation(s):
Kirkus Reviews 07/15/2017
School Library Journal 09/01/2017