John Burnham Schwartz
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John Burnham Schwartz’s acclaimed latest novel, The Commoner, is told from the viewpoint of the Crown Princess of Japan. It’s a graceful performance, made satisfying by the author’s knowledge of Japanese history and his wicked way with plot twists. With three other books published— a riveting thriller, a biting romance and a refreshingly sober coming-of-age tale—Schwartz is on his way to becoming one of the world’s most wide-ranging and accomplished novelists.
