The riveter : a novel
Wang, Jack, 1972-2025
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Vancouver, 1942. Josiah Chang arrives in the bustling city ready to make a new life for himself. The Second World War is in full swing, and Josiah, like so many Canadians, wants to prove his loyalty by serving his country. But Chinese Canadians are barred from joining the army out of fear they might expect citizenship in return. So, Josiah heads to the shipyard where he finds work as a riveter, fastening together the ribs and steel plates of Victory ships. One night, Josiah spots Poppy singing at a navy club. Despite their different backgrounds, they fall for each other instantly, and soon Josiah is spending his nights at Poppy's small wartime house. Their starry-eyed romance lasts until Poppy's father comes to visit and the harsh reality of their situation is made clear.
Main title:
The riveter : a novel / Jack Wang.
Author:
Wang, Jack, 1972-, author
Imprint:
London : HarperVia, 2025.
Collation:
368 pages ; 23 cm
ISBN:
9780063081833 (hbk. :)
Language:
English
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BRN:
5419888
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