Grass for His Pillow

Set in feudal Japan, "Grass for His Pillow" is the second installment in Lian Hearn's captivating series, "Tales of the Otori." Amidst a tumultuous landscape of war and political intrigue, young lovers Otori Takeo and Shirakawa Kaede face difficult choices that will test their loyalty, strength, and love. Takeo, bound by the deadly rituals of the Tribe, must navigate a path filled with hardship and sacrifice, while Kaede uses her intelligence and cunning to survive in a world governed by powerful warlords. The novel promises a richly drawn tale of love, loyalty, and resilience amidst a brutal historical setting.