This book was an interesting story about the different facets of people's lives within a family, separated during and following the Korean War. The contrast between living in the US and Korea during the war and its aftermath in the late 1950s and early 1960s was stark, even between typical middle-class citizens in both countries. I found it difficult to imagine the feelings and logic involved in leaving a family member behind, which happened in the story and in real life to the author's sister. The hardships experienced by the South Koreans (and still by North Koreans) are a testament to what I envision all citizens feel when their country is at war and resources are scarce, The narrator was good, speaking in changing tones and accents. I recommend this book for those who enjoy learning about new cultures.

Learned a lot about growing up in Korea during and after the Korean War (1950’s), as well as growing up in the U. S. as a Asian daughter.

Great book. I learned a lot about some of the difficulties faced by immigrants from other countries. Well written and narrated.