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I'm unclear on the author's background with Japan, how she did her research, and what her qualifications are to write such a book? It feels as if this could be a story set anywhere.... and I'm curious why the author chose to set this book in Japan. Anyone?
Ann-marie Qualifications? That's a loaded word. Many writers write on subjects they have no personal knowledge. They are storytellers. I am relieved to see a bl…moreQualifications? That's a loaded word. Many writers write on subjects they have no personal knowledge. They are storytellers. I am relieved to see a black woman tackle a subject like Lemmee has. Should she have stayed in her "lane" and chosen a more stereotypical subject--single mom, poverty? Heck no! I haven't seen any interviews with the author but I have no doubt she has good answers to your weak questions.(less)
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Fifty Words for Rain
by Asha Lemmie (Goodreads Author)
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