A beautifully done and heartfelt story set during Vietnam and after. It shows the effects of war, through disfigured Jack who fought, and through Bao and his Aunt Anh who escaped from Vietnam with tragedy following them. Grace is a central character that is a help to both of the pre-mentioned parties.

I read this book in a day and grew to love these lovely characters and the joy they brought to my heart. The shop where Tom repaired watches seems to be a theme throughout that gives these characters solace and mends their broken hearts.