Grass for His Pillow
Age 16 +
04 September 2008Imprint: Picador
Synopsis
Grass for His Pillow is the second novel in Lian Hearn's astonishingly beautiful series inspired by feudal Japan, Tales of the Otori.
In the ancient Oriental lands of the Otori, amidst a time of violent war, famine and treacherous alliances, the fate of the young lovers Otori Takeo and Shirakawa Kaede hangs in the balance . . .
Takeo, heir to...
Details
04 September 2008320 pages
9780330477222Imprint: Picador
Reviews
A thrilling tale of love, violence, loyalty and betrayal.Guardian
The plot is gripping and the writing is beautiful, packed with authentic, atmospheric detail.Daily Mail
The writing is extraordinary . . . Virtually pitch perfect.Evening Standard
An enthralling and original work of fantasy.The Times
