Fifty Words for Rain: A GMA Book Club Pick (A Novel)

Fifty Words for Rain is a heart-wrenching and powerful novel that explores the complexities of identity, family, and belonging in post-war Japan.

This New York Times Bestseller follows the story of Noriko "Nori" Kamiza, an outcast born to a Japanese aristocrat and her African American GI lover, who is raised by her grandparents in isolation, concealed from society due to their fear of a stain on the royal pedigree.

Despite her confinement, Nori's natural intellect and curiosity drive her to seek knowledge and connection, leading her to form an unlikely bond with her older half-brother Akira.

As they navigate their complex family dynamics and societal expectations, Nori and Akira must fight for a place in the world they were always meant to lead.

With its richly detailed setting and compelling characters, Fifty Words for Rain is a sweeping epic that will leave readers emotionally invested and eager for more.