As dusk falls on Keiko's world, a profound loss leaves her shattered, her once-mighty blade now a weighty relic of a bygone era. Reduced to a mere shadow of her former self, she embraces the anonymity of a beggar's existence, a stark contrast to the legend she once embodied.
Yet, in the tapestry of fate, every thread has purpose.
Across distant lands and myriad lives, Keiko's odyssey unfolds, each chapter a testament to resilience and reinvention. And when the wheel of time completes its cycle, she stands once more at the threshold of her origins, where the answers to her quest lie patiently in wait.
Moth is a mesmerizing tale of endings and beginnings, where the journey inward mirrors the external voyage, and where Keiko rediscovers her essence amidst the timeless rhythm of life's eternal dance.
Keywords: Historical Fiction Novel, Japanese Historical Fiction Novel, Asian-Inspired Historical Fiction Novel, Feudal Japan, Yakuza Stories, Samurai Books, Lost and Found Family Novels, Adoption, Identity, Forbidden Traditions, Strong Female Protagonist, Brave Heroines in Historical Fiction, Page-Turning Historical Fiction, Edo-Period Japan Novels, Kyoto, Tokyo, Memoirs of a Geisha, Lisa See, Amy Tan
With a literary journey spanning more than a dozen captivating novels set in historical Japan and a collection of evocative haikus, India Millar has embarked on a diverse career. Her professional odyssey commenced amidst the machinery of British Gas's heavy industry, eventually culminating within the hallowed halls of the British Library, where the tapestry of knowledge and storytelling merged seamlessly.
Now, India finds herself in the idyllic embrace of early retirement on the enchanting Costa Blanca. As she continues to explore the realms of history and poetry, India remains deeply grateful for the winding path that has led her to this peaceful and creative haven. Each word written, each page turned, is a testament to the enduring passion for storytelling that continues to shape her life's narrative.
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