When it comes to Wouk, I would recommend "City Boy," a joyous excursion into childhood of the 1920s.
This is a joyful, wondrous novel, and is very funny.
Check out the sample from Amazon and see if it has the ring of truth, much like Bradbury's 'Dandelion Wine' delights.
http://www.amazon.com/City-Boy-Herma...oy+wouk+kindle