My Brother, My Sister, and I

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Set in post-World War II Japan, the story follows thirteen-year-old Yoko and her siblings as they navigate extreme poverty and hardship. Their situation worsens when a fire destroys their home, leading to Yoko's sister Ko being hospitalized due to injury, while her brother Hideyo faces a wrongful murder accusation. The narrative captures the raw emotions and struggles of the siblings as they confront their dire circumstances. Publishers Weekly praises its direct and emotionally honest storytelling.