5 – I was surprised that this small book (it’s only 192 pages) turned out to be so enthralling. It’s the story of a boy in 16th century Japan whose parents commit suicide and leave him in the care of their bodyguard who raises him to become a master swordsman bent on revenge against the family that shamed his. Jimmu travels to the hated lord’s lands and joins the house guards looking for a chance to kill the lord. While there he learns about loyalty, honor, duty, and love. this is a young reader/teen book but it does have very violent fights and battles. there are decapitations, severed limbs, and many more injuries. But, this was a very good read and a story about self discovery and destiny. Highly recommended.
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