Sound of Waves - Berkley Medallion Book Author:Yukio Mishima Set in a remote fishing village in Japan, The Sound of Waves is a timeless story of first love. A young fisherman is entranced at the sight of the beautiful daughter of the wealthiest man in the village. They fall in love, but must then endure the calumny and gossip of the villagers.
This is a short but eloquent story, not a simple romance story from Japan, but of Japanese cultural practices and community opinions as well. Loved it, quick read.