Feathers is forced to go to his father--an evacuee from the war. He is humiliated--he's too old. Pat Ingoldsby, his best friend, is killed in the war. He learns happenstance on the plane. His two aunts who have been "taking care" of him are delighted to see him go so they can marry. He meets up with Albert Ross (Haka Chinese) on boat to Singapore. While en route, Japan attacks Singapore and takes it over. A mess!
Excellent start . . . orphaned girl with a knack for chess, taught by janitor, harsh orphanage despite its courtly look.
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