The Tengus Game of Go: Book 4 in the Tale of Shikanoko (The Tale of Shikanoko series, 4)

An epic fourvolume adventure in mythical medieval Japan: a world of warriors and assassins, demons and spiritsIn The Tengus Game of Go, the final book of Lian Hearns epic Tale of Shikanokoall of which will be published in 2016the rightful emperor is lost; illness and murder give rise to suspicions and make enemies of allies. Unrest rules the country. Only Shika can end the madness by returning the Lotus Throne to its rightful ruler.As destiny weaves its rich tapestry, a compelling drama plays out against a background of wild forests, elegant castles, hidden temples, and savage battlefields. This is the medieval Japan of Lian Hearns imagination, where animal spirits clash with warriors and children navigate a landscape as serene as it is deadly.Expect graphic violence, fairytale magic, flights of comedy, and operatic melodrama but also genuine intimacy and tragedy. Kirkus ReviewsThe Tale of Shikanoko, Book 1: Emperor of the Eight IslandsThe Tale of Shikanoko, Book 2: Autumn Princess, Dragon ChildThe Tale of Shikanoko, Book 3: Lord of the DarkwoodThe Tale of Shikanoko, Book 4: The Tengus Game of Go