Cherry Blossoms in Winter

"Author Michael J. Summers has written a superb and appealing novel that explores the enduring bond of love." -Chicago Book Review

"Cherry Blossoms in Winter shines a light on the power of love and the chaos of war while captivating readers with catchy humor, action-packed scenes, and adorable love goals. Get ready for a very entertaining and educational experience." -Los Angeles Book Review

"Cherry Blossoms in Winter, by Michael J. Summers, is a captivating blend of romance and historical events. While it contains strong language and adult themes, making it best suited for mature readers, it offers a deeply engaging experience for adults who will appreciate its nuanced storytelling and historical depth." -Literary Titan

"Cherry Blossoms in Winter offers a stellar blend of falling in love from a soldier's perspective without overpowering the story with romance. The balance between common human experiences and those of young, enlisted men makes Cherry Blossoms in Winter a captivating ride that military and historical fiction enthusiasts will love." -Independent Book Review

"A detailed exploration of Japanese culture following World War II, and the emotional journey of a unique American GI with an epic story to tell, Cherry Blossoms In Winter is a delicately crafted masterwork."

"Honest, expressive, and thought-provoking, this layered book will resonate profoundly with readers looking for an accurate historical novel and with those hungry for an extraordinary love story."

"Summers's pen allows feelings of exquisite nuance to bloom and ring true." -Self-Publishing Review

"With wonderfully drawn characters, attention to setting details, and a great narrative voice, this book is a must-read for people interested in post-war Japan, the cross-cultural romantic relationships that often developed during the occupation, and the men who came of age while stationed in the Far East." -Diane Hawley Nagatomo, author of The Butterfly Cafe and the forthcoming novel Finding Naomi

"Cherry Blossoms in Winter deftly evokes two very different worlds: the Korean conflict and the exhaustion, blood, and filth of soldiers at war, and the tenderness and passion of a redemptive love affair in postwar Japan. With his thorough research and familiarity with the settings of this novel, Michael Summers has written a complex tale that prompts reflection on risk, choice, and commitment." -Carolyn Korsmeyer, author of Little Follies: A Mystery at the Millenium and the forthcoming novel No Final Harbor

"Michael Summers has written a novel about resilience, tragedy, love and redemption. It is a page-turner that grips the heart and fires the imagination with human drama interspersed with exciting battle scenes." -Lea O'Harra, author of the Inspector Inoue Mystery Series and the forthcoming novel Sayonara My Sweet