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Across the Nightingale Floor (Tales of the Otori) (Paperback)

by Lian Hearn (Author)
4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
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  • Paperback: 304 pages
  • Publisher: Macmillan Children's Books; New edition edition (2 April 2004)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 033041528X
  • ISBN-13: 978-0330415286
  • Product Dimensions: 19.4 x 13 x 2.2 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.3 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (15 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 23,278 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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In his black-walled fortress at Inuyama, the murderous warlord, lida Sadamu, surveys his famous nightingale floor. Constructed with exquisite skill, it sings at the tread of each human foot. No assassin can cross it unheard. Brought up in a remote mountain village among the Hidden, a reclusive and spiritual people, Takeo has learned only the ways of peace. Why, then, does he possess the deadly skills that make him so valuable to the sinister Tribe? These supernatural powers will lead him to his violent destiny within the walls of Inuyama - and to an impossible longing for a girl who can never be his. His journey is one of revenge and treachery, honour and loyalty, beauty and magic, and the passion of first love.


About the Author

Lian Hearn studied modern languages at Oxford University and worked as an arts editor in London before settling in Australia. A lifelong interest in Japan led to the study of the Japanese language, many trips to Japan and culminated in the writing of ACROSS THE NIGHTINGALE FLOOR.

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15 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars I'm not sure how I feel about this book..., 27 Jun 2009
Across the nightingale floor was a little step away from my usual reading material but the rave reviews intrigued me so I gave it a shot. I rashly bought all 5 books in the series and now I'm doubting the widsom of that.

Just because it's aimed at a lower age group, doesn't mean it has to be childish (think Harry Potter) but if I'm honest, I found it quite slow despite the killing and violence and love interest. The lead character finds he isn't the person he thought he was and discovers special talents he didn't know he had. He falls in love with a girl he shouldn't and loses most of what he holds dear.

I'm not actually sure how I feel about the book. I liked it enough to get through it and I kept turning pages to see where it was going but I never really connected with the charcters and I'm not left hungry to find out what happened next. Considering I've already spent money on the remaining books, I expect I'll get around to finding out eventually though.

It has a feel of feudal Japan to it and reminded me in parts of 'House of Flying daggers' (which is one of my favourites), and that may be why I persevered with it.

It's aimed at younger readers but has adult themes running though it and perhaps that's where my ambiguity is coming from....it's adult enough to make it enjoyable, but not enough to make it engrossing.

I don't know. I'm torn, hence the 3 stars.

It's not a bad book though. Despite all the violence and killing, it's actually quite a gentle book and I wouldn't hesitate to reccommend it to younger readers.

Think of it as 'House of Flying daggers' meets 'Crouching Tiger' for youngsters.



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20 of 23 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book EVER!!!, 5 May 2004
I totally LOVED this book. I found it even more exciting than Northern Lights, and it reminded me of the film Crouching Tiger. It is set in an ancient oriental land run by violent clans and a powerful and sinister organisation called the Tribe. Takeo (the hero) finds himself torn between his loyalty to the Otori clan, The Tribe, and the Hidden - the persecuted community he was born into. Then he falls in love with the beautiful Kaede... It's SUCH an exciting book, and the best thing is, it's the first part of a trilogy, so there are two more books to read! I've already started the second book (Grass for His Pillow).
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13 of 16 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars The most thrilling, amazing book i have read!, 16 Feb 2005
I bought this book only a couple of months ago after my friends told me how great it was. When i began reading it i didn't really think much of it, but gradually as the plot developed i began to realise this is a fantastic book! You really get caught up in the character's situations and Hearn creates emotions beautifully. The whole plot is amazing - i won't give any of it away, but it really is suspensful, and every time you finish a chapter, you just want to read more! Hearn really has a stylish way with words - his descriptions of landscapes are beautiful and so vivid. I would definatley buy this book, but be warned - you may cry!!
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4.0 out of 5 stars Amazing atmosphere, not sure about characters
When a little boy's family is murdered in a horrible raid, an Otori lord saves his life and gives him a new name, Takeo. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars A beautiful, poignant, sad book!
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5.0 out of 5 stars Superb - best book / series in a long time
I was given Across the Nightingale Floor as a present, and once I started, I could not put it down. I immediately ordered the rest of the trilogy as well as the other Otori books... Read more
Published 7 months ago by G. Duport

4.0 out of 5 stars Persevere!
I found this book a slow read but persevered. There was gripping action interweaved throughout the story and I found that it kept me occupied for a lot longer than other books of... Read more
Published 15 months ago by Ross Whiteford

4.0 out of 5 stars Solid characters and a complex plot with adult themes
This is a Young Adult novel with the emphasis on adult. There are some mature themes in here - death, sex, love, revenge and the philosophical nature of God and faith and Lian... Read more
Published on 12 Jun 2007 by quippe

5.0 out of 5 stars A Must Have!!!!
A few weeks ago i had never even heard of Lian Hearn. After a friend told me about the book i couldn't wait to begin reading it. Read more
Published on 8 Jun 2007 by Adam Walters

5.0 out of 5 stars Amazing
This is one of my favourite books of all time! its brilliant! All three books in the trilogy are fantastic. i would definantly recommend this book!
Published on 7 Aug 2006 by N. K. Sanghera

5.0 out of 5 stars Best book for young adults written in recent times
This book actually exceeded my expectations! It was a wonderful read. I got so caught up in the characters story that my eyes were actually filled with tears by the end of the... Read more
Published on 18 Nov 2005 by Ms. K. Harper

5.0 out of 5 stars Magnifique
Across The Nightingale Floor has a really involving story and a great original concept. . .I really recommend reading it!! Read more
Published on 11 Aug 2005 by Naomi Porter

2.0 out of 5 stars doesn't live up to expectations
From the blurb on the back I was left tingling with anticipation when I bought this book. And to begin with it lived up to it's hype. Read more
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