Hotaka
by John Heffernan (Author) Lyn White (Series Editor)
A moving story about one boy caught up in the Japanese earthquake and tsunami of 2011.
When the tsunami strikes the Japanese coastal town of Omori-wan, the effects are utterly devastating. Three years later, much of what happened on that day is still a mystery. As Hotaka sets about convincing local performers to appear at the town's upcoming Memorial Concert, he finds himself increasingly haunted by memories of his best friend Takeshi. When strong willed Sakura initiates a controversial anti-seawall movement, there is danger at every turn for Hotaka and his friends. As the town and its people struggle to rebuild their lives, can Hotaka help Omori-wan look to the future – and let go of his past?
When the tsunami strikes the Japanese coastal town of Omori-wan, the effects are utterly devastating. Three years later, much of what happened on that day is still a mystery. As Hotaka sets about convincing local performers to appear at the town's upcoming Memorial Concert, he finds himself increasingly haunted by memories of his best friend Takeshi. When strong willed Sakura initiates a controversial anti-seawall movement, there is danger at every turn for Hotaka and his friends. As the town and its people struggle to rebuild their lives, can Hotaka help Omori-wan look to the future – and let go of his past?
Through My Eyes: Natural Disaster Zones Series—Summary and Book Order
Series: Through My Eyes: Natural Disaster ZonesReading level: 11+
Books in series: 4
Read in order? No
Next release: March 2018
Website: throughmyeyesbooks.com.au
Tags: nature historical culture religion family illness & grief
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