Grass for His Pillow

In "Grass for His Pillow," the second installment of Lian Hearn's captivating "Tales of the Otori," young lovers Otori Takeo and Shirakawa Kaede navigate the tumultuous landscape of feudal Japan, marked by warfare and political intrigue. Takeo, an assassin with supernatural abilities, faces a harrowing choice between loyalty to the secret Tribe and his love for Kaede, while Kaede must leverage her wits and charm to survive as a pawn in a male-dominated world. Together, they confront challenges that test their resilience and commitment amidst a backdrop of betrayal and sacrifice.