Midori No Me, renowned as the Geisha with the Green Eyes, has broken free from the clutches of the Floating World, realizing her aspirations amid a traveling kabuki troupe in the United States.
Yet, the past refuses to relinquish its hold. Envy and treachery threaten to shatter the fragile peace she has painstakingly crafted. When news of her former master Akira's cruelty toward her comrades in Edo reaches her, Midori cannot turn a blind eye. Driven by compassion and resolve, she embarks on a perilous journey back to the heart of the Floating World, determined to liberate those ensnared in the same chains she once bore.
The Geisha with the Green Eyes must now embrace her inner strength as The Dragon Geisha, weaving tales of resilience and redemption amidst the tangled threads of fate.
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.