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The Harsh Cry Of The Heron

By Lian Hearn
Series: Tales of the Otori
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The Harsh Cry Of The Heron by Lian Hearn is a gripping continuation of the Tales of the Otori series, set in a feudal Japan-inspired realm, blending drama, intrigue, and the supernatural. The story unfolds as Lord Otori Takeo faces external threats to his rule, familial tensions, and the foreboding fulfilment of a prophecy. With intricate plot twists, the novel delves into themes of loyalty, power, and destiny.
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You might enjoy this book if you're drawn to tales of political intrigue, complex alliances, and dark secrets set in a richly imagined world inspired by feudal Japan. The story artfully combines elements of fantasy, a twisting plot, and captivating characters that will keep you enthralled. If you appreciate narratives where power plays and personal vendettas converge in unexpected ways, this thrilling adventure will hold your interest.

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The Harsh Cry Of The Heron

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Now released with stunning new cover artwork, The Harsh Cry Of The Heron is Book 4 in the five-part Tales of the Otori series.

'The best story of magic, love, sex, revenge and suspense to have come this way since Philip Pullman.' Independent on Sunday

Lord Otori Takeo and his consort Kaede have ruled for over sixteen years. The Three Countries are rich, peaceful and prosperous. The sacred birds, the Houou, nest at Terayama and a fabled creature, the Kirin, has appeared on their shores. Heaven seems to smile on them.

Yet, their very success has drawn them to the attention of the distant Emperor and his general, the warlord Saga Hideki, who covet the wealth of the Three Countries, especially Takeo's heir, his eldest daughter Shigeko, now of marriageable age. At the same time, the renegade Tribe family, the Kikuta, seek revenge on Takeo for the murder of their leader. Everything Takeo and Kaede have achieved is threatened.

Coming soon - the spellbinding new Tale of Shikanoko, set 300 years before Otori: Emperor of the Eight Islands (Books 1 and 2) and Lord of the Darkwood (Books 3 and 4).

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The Harsh Cry Of The Heron is hailed as an intelligent and finely written novel, praised for its accomplished narrative and audacious storytelling. Critics commend it as a masterful example of compelling and pure storytelling.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733635250

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 27 January 2016

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 52.0mm

Width: 127.0mm

Height: 197.0mm

Weight: 650g

Pages: 736

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Crime & Thriller Fiction General Fiction Historical Fiction Lian Hearn Series: Tales of the Otori

About the Author

Lian Hearn's beloved Tales of the Otori series, set in an imagined feudal Japan, has sold more than four million copies worldwide and has been translated into nearly forty languages. It is comprised of five volumes: ACROSS THE NIGHTINGALE FLOOR, GRASS FOR HIS PILLOW, BRILLIANCE OF THE MOON, THE HARSH CRY OF THE HERON and HEAVEN'S NET IS WIDE. The series was followed by two standalone novels, BLOSSOMS AND SHADOWS and THE STORYTELLER AND HIS THREE DAUGHTERS, also set in Japan. EMPEROR OF THE EIGHT ISLANDS is Books 1 and 2 in The Tale of Shikanoko and is followed by LORD OF THE DARKWOOD (Books 3 and 4). Lian has made many trips to Japan and has studied Japanese. She read Modern Languages at Oxford and worked as an editor and film critic in England before emigrating to Australia. For the latest news from Lian, visit lianhearn.com, follow Lian on Twitter @LianHearn, or join the readers who have become Lian's friend on Facebook.

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