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Synopsis
We return to the story of Takeo -- the young orphan taken up by the Otori Lord and now a closely held member of the Tribe -- and his beloved Shirakawa Kaede, heir to the Maruyama, who must find a way to unify the domain she has inherited. The orphan Takeo has been claimed by the Tribe and held against his will, forced to work as an assassin and leave behind his beloved Kaede, leading him to fight for his freedom, even if it may cost him his life.
Is Grass for His Pillow appropriate for my child?
Suitable for most readers 16 and up.
This fantasy sequel contains assassination training, on-page violence inherent to the assassin protagonist's role, and moderate romantic tension between separated lovers. The feudal Japanese-inspired setting includes political machinations and life-threatening conflict.
What to know going in
This book has strong violence, mild sexual content, and mild language. Content notes include murder, captivity, and violence (see the full list above).
Who'll love this
Teens will be drawn to Takeo's fight for freedom from the assassin Tribe while separated from his true love Kaede in this Japanese-inspired fantasy world.