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The second volume in the ‘Tales of the Otori’ trilogy
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In the ancient Oriental lands of the Otori, amidst a time of violent war, famine and treacherous alliances, the fate of the young lovers Otori Takeo and Shirakawa Kaede hangs in the balance . . . Takeo, heir to the great Otori clan, has pledged his life to the secret Tribe. His supernatural skills of virtual invisibility and acute hearing make him their most deadly assassin. But he must deny the solemn oath of vengeance he made, his adopted birthright of wealth, land and power – and his love for Kaede. If he does not devote himself entirely to the brutal ways of the Tribe, they will kill him. Whichever path he choose, it will lead to hardship and sacrifice in the bitter winter of the high mountains, and test him to the limits of his being. Kaede, heiress to vast lands, is now the valuable pawn of ruthless warlords. She must use her intelligence, beauty and cunning to assert her place in a world of all-powerful men – who must never suspect the dangerous secret she hides. ‘The beauty, savagery and strangeness of Hearn’s gripping tale is heightened by her exquisite, crystalline prose. The second instalment in the Tales of the Otori is, astonishingly, even better than Across the Nightingale Floor’ Independent on Sunday
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12 of 12 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
I got the first book out of the library and I was in tears at the end of it. This book is even better and at some points it has you hanging onto every word. It is impossible not to get caught up in Lian Hearn's imaginary world. You almost feel that it is real and the feelings that the characters have become your own. However, this story is just about Takeo and Kaede it also adresses many issues about religion, class, and the roles of men and women. I think that it is really good that Kaede is trying to make it as a woman in a world of men. I can't wait to get the next book. I would recommend this book to everyone as it can appeal to everyone. I'd like to thank Lian Hearn for such a great book.
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Having seen a copy of this novel at WH Smith, I decided to take a look at the back, and glad I am indeed! Having purchased a copy, it was only then that I realised that it was the second in a series.
However, I did not let that deter me, and this is where the beauty of this tale lies - all relevant information is supplied, making it an enjoyable read nonetheless. I sat down to read it and was finished that same night, simply because of the beautiful language used throughout. The language isn't the only thing to note though, the plot itself is intricate (I look forward to the third book), and the original ideas keep one hooked to every word. The atmosphere in the novel is as authentic as I can imagine it to be.
Having never heard of Hearn before, I'm glad to have made the purchase and am now a fan!
7 of 7 people found the following review helpful
Format:Hardcover
This is one of those fantatic books where you can feel the story coming to life right in your hands. The second installment in the Otori series is just as exciting as the first (Across the Nightingale Floor). If the first book gripped you as much as it did me, you won't be able to put this one down for a second.
With lots of twists and turns, the story never loses its pace. In this book the Tribe are as cruel as ever, and Takeo doesn't like it. This book is about honour and trust, friendship and loyalty, power and betrayal.
One of the reasons that I loved this book was because it felt very real, although set in an imaginary world and time. When reading the book, the characters feelings were described so well that you felt that you were there with them. The story combines all kinds of elements - for example there is war and fighting, but at the other extreme a crucial part of the story is about love and peace (and how to make it).
One of the the best books ever - a modern classic.
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Most Recent Customer Reviews
Intriguing and addictive
All I can say is, I have just finished all of the Otori books and they have been the best thing I have read in years. Read more
Published 10 months ago by Alex
A good follow up to 'Across the Nightingale Floor'
It began slow, but picked up by the middle. However, I wasn't bored by the beginning pace. Instead I soaked up the descriptions of the landscape. Read more
Published 14 months ago by EpicDom
Brilliant Story
I found the 1st book in a charity shop and was hooked I now have the trilogy and love them. The whole experience is restfull to listen to and the story is fabulous
Published 18 months ago by isle of wight
The Otori books
Bought the three books in question, and I could not put them down, the story was super. Also I received the books very speedily well done for that. Read more
Published on 3 Jun 2010 by Mrs. I. Patterson
This series keeps getting better
This installment = wow! It should have a side label 'Kaede's' story' (yes, I can't figure out the punctuation for that). It's all about Kaede! Read more
Published on 10 May 2009 by Jessica
fantastic
The book came straight away and in good condition , I have since read the book and now am on to the third book which I have also bought through Amazon at a great price!
Published on 2 May 2009 by Fs Barton
Predictable filler (minor spoilers within)
Grass For His Pillow comes across as nothing but filler, which is always a problem with trilogies.
We do get some information and background on the Tribe, which is... Read more
We do get some information and background on the Tribe, which is... Read more
Published on 13 Jun 2007 by quippe
A book for my pillow
Second books in a trilogy are usually the worst and Grass For His Pillow is no exception.
Carrying on from the first book, we see Takeo struggling against the Tribe who have... Read more
Published on 25 Aug 2005 by Larunya
The Otori
Firstly I was intrigued with the title of the first volume. The word nightingale does sounds very beautiful, maybe only for me as English is my second language, but the title did... Read more
Published on 21 July 2005 by kirill
Grass for His Pillow
Obviously if you are considering reading this book you have already read the first one: Across the Nightingale Floor, or you are looking for a good book, have been reccomended Lian... Read more
Published on 14 Jun 2005 by Fiona
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