Mother Ocean Father Nation

Mother Ocean Father Nation is a compelling debut novel that explores the lives of a brother and sister on a small Pacific island during a period of political upheaval in 1985. As racial tensions and violence unfold, the siblings' paths diverge—one leaving for California to escape danger, the other navigating the island’s turmoil while managing family responsibilities. This evocative story delves into themes of family, resilience, and the search for belonging amidst a fractured nation.