Burnt Shadows

The novel traces the lives of two families over six decades and across three continents, beginning with the atomic bombing of Nagasaki, Japan, in 1945. The story follows Hiroko Tanaka, a survivor of the blast, who eventually settles in Pakistan. The narrative then follows her family and their intertwined lives through different historical events, including the Cold War and the aftermath of 9/11. The book is a meditation on the lasting effects of violence, the meaning of home, and the complex interplay of history and personal identity.