The Harsh Cry of the Heron

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Epic tale of warfare, sacrifice and love.

The Harsh Cry of the Heron is a must-read for fans of the Otori series, as it continues the saga in a breathtaking way. The book's most unique feature is its powerful storytelling and vivid descriptions of the ancient mythological world of fierce chivalry. Readers will be drawn into the epic tale of warfare, sacrifice, and love, and will find themselves emotionally invested in the characters and their journey.

The Harsh Cry of the Heron

Regular price $8.98
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ISBN: 9780330446327
Estimated First-hand Retail Price: $14.71
Authors: Lian Hearn
Publisher: Riverhead Trade
Date of Publication: 2007-01-01
Format: Paperback
Related Collections: Fantasy, Romance, Young Adult, Historical Fiction
Goodreads rating: 3.96
(rated by 13077 readers)

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Takeo and Kaede have ruled the Three Countries peacefully for over 16 years, following the tumultuous events laid out in the epic "Tales of the Otori." The land and people are peaceable and calm, the world is balanced and Heaven seems to shine upon them. They have three daughters. Shigeko, 15 years old and heir to the vast territory, is developing into a bold warrior with meditative powers, making her wise beyond her years, and Maya and Miki - twins, two years her junior - have inherited the supernatural powers of their father.However, an attempted assassination of Kaede at the New Year ceremonies reveals that the inescapable forces of destiny still bear down on Takeo and those he loves, and that forces from his past and from beyond the Three Countries are plotting. While his strength and power come from the enduring love of Kaede, the blind sage's prophecy that only his son could bring death to him, haunts his thoughts.This is a breath-taking epic of warfare and sacrifice, passionate revenge, treacherous betrayals and unconquerable love. Lian Hearn's ancient mythological world of fierce chivalry is compelling, timeless storytelling that will endure for generations of readers to come.
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Epic tale of warfare, sacrifice and love.

The Harsh Cry of the Heron is a must-read for fans of the Otori series, as it continues the saga in a breathtaking way. The book's most unique feature is its powerful storytelling and vivid descriptions of the ancient mythological world of fierce chivalry. Readers will be drawn into the epic tale of warfare, sacrifice, and love, and will find themselves emotionally invested in the characters and their journey.