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Midnight in Broad Daylight

Pamela Rotner Sakamoto
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Midnight in Broad Daylight

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2016

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Pamela Rotner Sakamoto

Midnight in Broad Daylight

Nonfiction | Biography | Adult | Published in 2016
Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Japan And US • 20th century

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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Midnight in Broad Daylight by Pamela Rotner Sakamoto tells the true story of the Fukuhara family, divided by national loyalties during World War II. Their experiences include internment in the U.S., serving in opposing militaries, and surviving the Hiroshima atomic bombing. The book explores themes of loyalty, resilience, and the challenges of immigrant life amid wartime racism and xenophobia. Contains graphic depictions of war, internment, and atomic bomb aftermath that may be distressing.

Informative

Mysterious

Emotional

Contemplative

Bittersweet

Reviews & Readership

4.4

3,965 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

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Review Roundup

Pamela Rotner Sakamoto's Midnight in Broad Daylight offers a compelling exploration of a Japanese American family's experiences during WWII. The narrative's strength lies in its well-researched historical context and emotional depth. However, some critics note that the prose can be dense and that multiple perspectives occasionally disrupt the story's flow.

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Who Should Read Midnight in Broad Daylight?

Midnight in Broad Daylight by Pamela Rotner Sakamoto appeals to readers interested in WWII narratives, Japanese-American history, and familial resilience. Fans of Unbroken by Laura Hillenbrand and The Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet by Jamie Ford will find this deeply researched and compellingly told story captivating.

4.4

3,965 ratings

87%

Loved it

10%

Mixed feelings

3%

Not a fan

Book Details
Pages

480

Format

Biography • Nonfiction

Setting

Japan And US • 20th century

Publication Year

2016

Audience

Adult

Recommended Reading Age

18+ years

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