Trish Devine
Trish Devine grew up under the mountain in Taranaki, New Zealand, where her love for storytelling and curiosity about the world took root. Her fascination with Japan’s rich culture was ignited during her time living and teaching in Hiroshima, where she witnessed firsthand the enduring strength of its people and traditions.
With a Bachelor’s Degree in Social Anthropology and a teaching career in culturally diverse communities, Trish has long explored themes of identity, resilience, and connection. Her lifelong passion for writing culminates in Rising Sun Falling Rain, which bridges the landscapes of New Zealand and Japan with a deeply human story.
Now based on Auckland’s stunning Hibiscus Coast, Trish continues to draw inspiration from her surroundings and her love of exploring the intersections of history and culture.
Genre:
- Adult Fiction
Skills:
- Novelist
Branch:
Auckland
Location:
Publications:
Rising Sun Falling Rain
A sweeping saga of forbidden love, resilience and hope - set in the devastation of post-war Japan.
This powerful novel explores the clash between traditions and new ways, weaving a story that spans cultures and generations, celebrating the enduring strength of the human spirit.
New Zealand serviceman Mick Mitchell tackles the recovery of Hiroshima with compassion, Kiwi ingenuity and the determination to make a difference.
Eighteen-year-old Emiko Tanazawa rejects her father's control to avoid an arranged marriage. Mick and Emiko fall in love and furtively marry, but dreams are not enough.
Twenty years later their daughter sets out to unlock the mysteries of her past.
Details:
Format: Paperback
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1804398578
ISBN-13: 9781804398579
Publisher: Olympia Publishers
Paperback: 264 pages
Publication Date: 30 January 2025