Refreshing Japanese Fiction
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Sadly, I have to admit what inticed me to but Little Sister was the cover...it was enchanting and mysterious. Not only was the cover that, but the story as well. I was surprised to be so drawn into the character and her family problems, how traditions are floating around as questions. People not familiar to the mysterious Japanese will find this book beautiful and refreshing.
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*****
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A Journal of a young girl who's family was seperated. When her oldest sister's husband died she soul was lost. In serch of her soul she met a tengu who helps her, and end up falling in love with her and asks of her to help him become mortal. Very interesting book, can't waite to read the sequel!
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Ancient Japanese Family-original
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The ancient Japan setting enhances this books style and artistic cover. Little Sister give us details on Japan's royal history, and the terms of Japanese words. Helpful, lyrical, nice words chosen, Dalkey!
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Praises for "Little Sister"
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"Little Sister" is a wonderfully written book that leaves you begging for a real end.That was its only real weak point,but it also lets your imagination run wild with what Mitsu-chan might do. It was much more fun than "Of Nightengales that Weep" which was much more serious. Having Mitsuko go and meet all sorts of mythological characters was a very interesting twist,especially her meeting up with Susano-o and the god of the dead. Read this book now, it's worth it!!
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