The Fences Between Us

"The Fences Between Us" is a historical fiction by Kirby Larson.It is written in the form of a diary belonging to Piper Davis who is also a fictional character.This book takes place in 1941 during World War II and the bombing of Pearl Harbor. The main characters in this book are, Piper Davis, her father "Pop", and her best friend Trixie. Piper's brother, Hank, is in the Navy and Piper misses him terribly. One of her hobbies is photography and she takes her camera with her everywhere she goes.Piper's dad is a preacher for a small Japanese Baptist Church.He is a good friend to all Japanese people and he doesn't believe any of the things people say about them. Trixie is Piper's best friend and they do every thing together, go to the picture shows, get sodas, and they even go to the same school. With her brother in the Navy, Piper anxiously awaits any letters and news from him. But one fateful day, Pearl Harbor ,the place her brother was stationed,is bombed by the Japanese.And as she worries and prays for her brother,her dad announces they are moving to Idaho to be near the Japanese members from his church that have been sent to an incarceration camp.Piper doesn't think that her life could get any worse. But as she learns about the harsh realities of war she realizes that she can make a difference. I loved this book,I think it's a great insight into World War II and it really helps you understand what life was like during this time.