Ana Johns (Books)

Ana Johns Books

Ana Johns transitioned to fiction after a twenty-year career as a creative director and business owner. Her debut historical novel quickly became a bestseller and was recognized by major book clubs. Johns's writing explores the intricate tapestry of human relationships and cultural exchanges, often set against compelling historical backdrops. She possesses a distinctive narrative voice that skillfully weaves together the past and present, offering readers profound insights into the enduring power of connection and resilience.

The Woman in the White Kimono

288 pages
11 hours of reading

4.1(345)Add rating

'A book that is meant to be savoured and re-read' Renita D'Silva, author of The Forgotten Daughter Japan, 1957. Seventeen-year-old Naoko Nakamura's prearranged marriage secures her family's status in their traditional Japanese community. However, Naoko has fallen for an American sailor and to marry him would bring great shame upon her entire family. When it's learned Naoko carries the sailor's child, she's cast out in disgrace and forced to make unimaginable choices with consequences that will ripple across generations. America, present day. Tori Kovač, caring for her dying father, finds a letter containing a shocking revelation. Setting out to learn the truth, Tori's journey leads her to a remote seaside village in Japan where she must confront the demons of the past to pave a way for redemption. Inspired by true stories, The Woman in the White Kimonoilluminates a searing portrait of one woman torn between her culture and her heart, and another woman on a journey to discover the true meaning of home. What Reviewers and Readers Say: 'Cinematic, deeply moving, and beautifully written. I so enjoyed this' Carol Mason, author of After You Left