Lesley Downer draws on real events from Japan’s 1868 civil war to tell the story of a young widow forced into the Yoshiwara pleasure district and the fugitive swordsman whose path crosses hers there. It is atmospheric, sensory, and steeped in period detail that only comes from genuine research into the era. Great for readers who enjoy historical romance with a strong sense of place, particularly fans of Amy Tan or Lisa See.
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