The Outsider

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Set in post-World War II Japan, the narrative follows six-year-old Sarah Berman, a refugee from communist Shanghai, as she navigates her new life in a war-torn Tokyo. The story explores her struggles for acceptance within Japanese society while her family adjusts to life on a rural nobleman's estate. Through Sarah's eyes, the book delves into the complexities of identity, belonging, and the lingering impact of Japan's military past, offering a poignant coming-of-age tale against a backdrop of societal upheaval.