The Turtle House

The Turtle House is a heartfelt debut that follows grandmother Mineko and granddaughter Lia as they navigate personal secrets and family history across Texas and Japan. Moving between different times and cultures, their late-night conversations reveal stories of love, loss, and resilience that deepen their bond and reshape their understanding of home. As they work to revive a cherished place from Mineko’s past, the story explores themes of identity, belonging, and intergenerational connection.