Mari is a young woman who comes from the world of the yōkai, the spirits of Japanese folklore. She has to pass through the seasons of the Empire's trials in order to claim the throne. Emiko Jean's fantasy mixes Japanese myth with political intrigue and romance, as Mari finds herself caught between the demands of tradition, the people she loves and her own power. The setting is a mythical Japan.
It suits young adult readers of fantasy who enjoy heroines and mythology. The tone is dramatic and fast.
Practical and clear-cut; an easy read.
Best for readers like The Curious Generalist. Which reader are you?
- Published
- 2018
- Language
- EN
