The Saw-Whet Number 40788

Set against the backdrop of World War II, the story follows young John Murphy Jr., nicknamed Little John, whose passion for flying leads him to a fateful solo flight that lands him on a Japanese aircraft carrier. Rescued by a Japanese naval officer, he finds himself trapped in Japan, where he is unofficially adopted by a loving family on a Wagyu beef cattle ranch. The narrative unfolds with extraordinary events that shape Little John's life, culminating in a surprising and impactful conclusion.