{"product_id":"9788494604836","title":"Black Sea of Trees","description":"\u003ch2\u003eKuroi Jukai\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBook Summary\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the tumultuous Japan of the Sengoku era, Takeda Leiji, a young man from a minor branch of the Takeda clan, finds his destiny overturned after coming into contact with a cursed sword of extraordinary power. What begins as a routine mission turns into a coming-of-age journey that will lead him across the Empire alongside four companions with clashing personalities. Amidst battles, revelations, and a heart torn between two loves, Leiji must assume responsibilities he never imagined, always under the shadow of the Kuroi Jukai, the sea of black trees. A novel that combines historical adventure, action, and personal growth in an unforgettable feudal setting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is it about?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe novel follows Takeda Leiji, the fifth son of a minor branch of the Takeda clan, who does not aspire to military glory. However, during a seemingly simple mission in his youth, he discovers a sword with extraordinary and cursed powers. From that moment on, the weapon dictates his fate and drags him into a series of events that will decide the future of the Empire. Leiji joins four adventurers with very different personalities, and together they embark on a journey full of challenges, betrayals, and revelatory moments. While struggling to survive and fulfill his mission, his heart is torn between two loves, and he must assume responsibilities that transform him from a humble youth into a man forged by adversity, always under the dark influence of the Kuroi Jukai.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMain Themes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe Sengoku era in Japan: the period of civil wars and clan struggles as a historical backdrop.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe coming-of-age journey: Leiji's personal growth from youth to maturity through trials and decisions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe power of the curse: how a supernatural sword shapes the destiny of an individual and an entire empire.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eThe conflict between duty and desire: Leiji's internal struggle between his responsibilities and his romantic feelings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eFriendship and loyalty: the relationship between the five adventurers of disparate personalities who must learn to trust one another.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho is it recommended for?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis book is aimed at readers passionate about historical fiction set in feudal Japan, especially the Sengoku era. It is also ideal for those who enjoy adventure novels with supernatural elements, coming-of-age journeys, and characters that evolve throughout the plot. If you like stories about samurai, warrior clans, legendary swords, and moral dilemmas in a rich historical context, this work will captivate you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat this book offers\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA detailed immersion into the Japan of the Sengoku era, with its conflicts, clans, and codes of honor.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAn adventure plot that balances action, mystery, and supernatural elements.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA protagonist with a credible transformation arc, from humility to the assumption of a greater destiny.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eA reflection on the weight of decisions and how an object can change the course of a life and a nation.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eTechnical Sheet\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eAuthor: Páez S., Carlos\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublisher: Chidori Books\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eLanguage: Spanish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eSubject: Modern and contemporary fiction, Historical adventure, Historical fiction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eCollection: O.VARIAS\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eBinding: Paperback\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003ePublication date: February 2018\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eNumber of pages: 324\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\u003cli\u003eWeight: 550 g\u003c\/li\u003e\n\n\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eEditorial Review\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKuroi Jukai is a novel that successfully combines the historical rigor of feudal Japan with an adventure plot and fantastic elements. The evolution of the protagonist, Takeda Leiji, is well-crafted and offers the reader an emotional and physical journey that maintains interest. The inclusion of the cursed sword as the driver of the narrative provides a touch of mystery that enriches the plot. It is a work recommended for those looking for an entertaining read with depth, without sacrificing action and character development.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"CHIDORI BOOKS","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53405415047515,"sku":"9788494604836","price":19.0,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1018\/0650\/6331\/files\/978849460483.jpg?v=1781826987","url":"https:\/\/kalamobooks.com\/en\/products\/9788494604836","provider":"Kalamo Books","version":"1.0","type":"link"}