Winner of Simon and Schuster’s “Books Like US” contest.

A gripping, sincere debut novel set across four generations of a Japanese American family living in California’s vibrant agricultural heartlands, exploring the sharp edges of inheritance and what it means to truly belong.

Praise for When Mikan Road Was Ours

“Furutani immerses readers ... with strong characterizations and sensitivity. Addressing issues such as family, racism, identity, gender roles, classism, and entitlement, Furutani’s novel brings much to the table for book groups to discuss. As much of a strong work of historical fiction as a social commentary on the human race, this debut proves that Furutani is a writer to watch.”
—Library Journal (starred review)

“Captivating. . . vivid and authentic. . . . Furutani's skillfully written historical novel explores interdependence, belonging, and identity.”
—Booklist

“[An] immersive debut. . . . Furutani excels at breathing life into the historical period . . . a memorable family drama.”
—Publishers Weekly