by Lian Hearn · Macmillan · tapa dura · ISBN 9781405000321
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«Across the Nightingale Floor» is the fantasy novel by Lian Hearn, published by Macmillan in hardcover (294 pages, in English).
In an imaginary feudal Japan, Takeo, raised in a peaceful village, is rescued by Lord Otori Shigeru after the destruction of his home. He then discovers that he descends from a clan of assassins with extraordinary gifts. His journey takes him to the nightingale floor, which sings when stepped on, amid warring clans and a love story.
It is a historical fantasy novel, first installment of the Tales of the Otori series, originally published in 2002.
For young and adult readers fond of fantasy, feudal Japan, and stories of honor among clans.
Gillian Rubinstein is an English-born children's author and playwright. Born in Potten End, Berkhamsted, Hertfordshire, England, Rubinstein split her childhood between England and Nigeria, moving to Australia in 1973. As well as eight plays, numerous short stories and articles, she has written over 30 books. Her award-winning and hugely popular 1986 debut Space Demons introduced the themes of growing up and fantasy worlds which emerge often in her other writings. Books such as At Ardilla, Foxspell and Galax-Arena all received critical acclaim and multiple awards.
