The book is a poignant exploration of community, memory, and the human condition, centered around a group of swimmers who find solace and connection in their local underground pool. When a crack appears in the pool's bottom, the swimmers are dispersed, and the narrative shifts focus to one of them, a woman succumbing to dementia. As her memory deteriorates, the story delves into her past and the experiences of her Japanese American family, touching on themes of displacement, identity, and the enduring impact of internment during World War II. The narrative weaves together the collective and personal, creating a tapestry of lives affected by loss, change, and the relentless passage of time.

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