Stranger on the Home Front (I Am America) - Historical Fiction Novel About WWII Homefront Life - Perfect for Book Clubs & History Enthusiasts

I really enjoy this series overall so I was really excited about this book. I appreciated that it focuses on an interesting lesser known group of immigrants in California. Often when looking at the discrimination against Asian immigrants historically in California the conversation focuses on Japanese internment so understanding this history helps illustrate how widespread it really was and that it dated farther back then some people think. It also shows more of the history of colonial India which American readers may not be familiar with. I also really like the characters, Margaret’s dilemma of when to speak up and how to defend yourself is a common dilemma for many children. This is also shared situation with her German friend Betty which was also an interesting addition. It really illustrated how hard it can be to stand up for your ideals when they get tested. Overall the book is well written and a great way to introduce young readers to this part of history.