It’s very rare that I listen to a book twice, but the Hotel on the Corner of Bitter and Sweet is an exception to the case. I bought the audio version when it first came out and just listened to it again. I loved it even more the second time. The author and the narrator are phenomenal! This book will not disappoint.

An amazing true story about a time before I was born. The sad reality of life in America during WWII. Centuries later how wonderful people can be to try to fix necessary atrocities of the past. This should be a must read in our schools like Ann Frank is.

Possibly one of the best historical fiction books I have read! A great dual narrative highlighting the social issues post during Wold War II and the 2nd Sino-Japanese War, while also introducing the developing relationship of a forbidden friendship/love

My teacher told me to read it for whole quarter and i start to like it

History as people. Beautifully written, with characters who are real, strong and affecting. Great story

Jamie Ford does a good job of conveying emotional impact of various issues on each of the characters from each character's unique perspective. He he does this in a very nonjudgemental way. It's a thought-provoking book that easily sustained my interest.

A mellow journey through the song that is life.

Very fun read. I truly enjoyed every minute of this book.

wonderful reading! great characters !

I thoroughly enjoyed this book! A tale of unexpected friendships, love and loss that should be read with a perspective of the time and place in which it was set. Some reviews jump on the improbability of love at such a young age. But, the reader must keep in mind that teenagers 60-70 years ago were different from today's, especially during the war years. They were expected to grow up and help the family When these two young people, ostracized for being different, not seen as real Americans, finally form a friendship, their bond is tight. I could definitely see love forming from that.