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Chris Bradford (Author)
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Publication Date: 7 Aug 2008 | Series: Young Samurai

Young Samurai: The Way of the Warrior is the first book in this blockbuster series by Chris Bradford

August 1611. Jack Fletcher is shipwrecked off the coast of Japan - his beloved father and the crew lie slaughtered by ninja pirates.

Rescued by the legendary sword master Masamoto Takeshi, Jack's only hope is to become a samurai warrior. And so his training begins.

But life at the samurai school is a constant fight for survival. Even with his friend Akiko by his side, Jack is singled out by bullies and treated as an outcast.

With courage in his heart and his sword held high, can Jack prove himself and face his deadliest rival yet?

'A fantastic adventure that floors the reader on page one and keeps them there until the end' - Eoin Colfer

Chris Bradford has trained in karate, kickboxing and samurai swordsmanship. He earned his black belt in Zen Kyo Shin Taijutsu, the secret fighting art of the ninja. Before writing the Young Samurai series, he was a professional musician and songwriter and has performed for HRH Queen Elizabeth II.

***You can learn more about Chris Bradford and his books at www.youngsamurai.com.***

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  • Paperback: 352 pages
  • Publisher: Puffin; 1st Edition edition (7 Aug 2008)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 0141324309
  • ISBN-13: 978-0141324302
  • Product Dimensions: 12.9 x 2.1 x 19.8 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (37 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Bestsellers Rank: 15,426 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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. . . a fantastic adventure that floors the reader on page one and keeps them there until the end. The pace is furious and the martial arts detail authentic (Eoin Colfer )

A beautifully written, excellently researched and thoughtfully presented work . . . Chris Bradford has caputered the essence of what it meant to be samurai (Sensei Akemi, Eldest Daughter Of An Old Samurai Family And Lecturer Of Japanese Culture )

A really exciting, action-packed martial arts adventure . . . the fast pace and attention to detail makes this a wonderful read for all children, whether they are involved in martial arts or not (Steve Cowley, 6th Dan Instructor Kyo Shin Taijutsu )

About the Author

Chris Bradford has earned his black belt in Tai-jutsu, the secret fighting art of the ninja. He has also trained in judo, karate, kickboxing and samurai swordmanship.

Before writing Young Samurai, Chris was a professional musician and songwriter. He lives in the South Downs with his wife and two cats called Tigger and Rhubarb.

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10 of 11 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Way of the Warrior 3 Oct 2009
By Mrs. J. A. Brown
Format:Paperback
I thought the book was exciting and full of suspense as well as being cultural, I read it and (am sixty eight years old) before giving it to my Grandson who needed it as part of a book project at school. The grammar was good and words well chosen to paint the picture of an exciting and suspenseful adventure, one could empathise with the young hero and despite all that happened to him he remained likeable.
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14 of 16 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars A scorching story! 5 Aug 2008
By David Johnson
Format:Paperback
This is a really excellent book. There are two important aspects to it :-

i) the story is completely believable and well told,
ii) the little details that often get missed in stories like this are definitely left in and apart from the terrific story the book also serves as a first-class introduction to Japanese society.

Jack is an 11-year old who is shipwrecked on the Japanese coast in 1611. His fellow crew-members (including his father) are slaughtered by pirates who turn out to be ninjas. Jack is rescued and adopted by a famous Samurai and has to prove himself to his master as well as his class. He is treated as an outcast by the other pupils as he is a `gaijin' or foreigner and is singled out and bullied. He is alone in a country where he has no knowledge of either the language or the customs.

Jack learns the hard way that he can expect no favours. He has a secret, however, which he has to keep to himself as it will attract unwelcome attention.

This is an action-packed tale which has you turning the pages in order to find out what happens next. The fight scenes are accurately described and the tension is maintained and even increased as the story unfolds.

I am impressed by the depth of research that the author has undoubtedly undertaken in order to complete this book. Japanese culture is notoriously difficult to come to grips with and this book also manages to get across the utter alienation felt by Jack who is alone in a foreign country with no idea when (or even if) he will ever get home.

I would recommend this book without hesitation, and am particularly excited by the fact that there are two more books to come!
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7 of 8 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Shogun for Young Adults 10 May 2010
By Gareth Wilson - Falcata Times Blog TOP 500 REVIEWER VINE™ VOICE
Format:Paperback
I'm always on the look out for something a little different to any number of titles out there so when I discovered Chris Bradford's Young Samurai series I was hoping for something pretty impressive but expecting something that would fall short of my expectations.

What unfurled in this first offering was an adventure unlike any other. Its essential Clavell's Shogun but for the Young Adult Audience and really does it well. The writing is crisp, the characters fully rounded with emotional conflict as well as physical challenges. Great adventure with an author who shows that he plays not only for keeps (there's a body count within) but one that tips the hat to the better psychological traits that every young person will wish they exhibited. Honour, Courage and Loyalty are the core essentials and ones that pass a message on that many will hopefully hear. Great stuff.
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1 of 1 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars SAMURAI - Book 1 of 8 17 Mar 2013
By Mr. William Oxley VINE™ VOICE
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
This is a great action adventure for young adults and those of us who enjoy reading about Japan and martial arts.

Jack Fletcher is shipwrecked and must now adapt to survive, but he is being hunted for his father's rutter putting everybody in danger. Will Jack survive long enough to become a Samurai, will Jack be able to protect his friends, and will Jack be able to find a way home.

Soon he is on the path of bushido where he must learn how to be a true Samurai warrior. The Samurai warrior must uphold the principles of; rectitude, courage, benevolence, respect, honesty, loyalty, and honour. Learn about the Samurai and life in feudal Japan.

Young Samuri - The Way of the Warrior - is the first part in an 8 book series that can be purchased in one bundle Young samurai: Chris Bradford [Young Samurai 8 Books Collection Pack Set RRP: £55.92 (The Ring of Earth, The Ring of Water, The Way of the Dragon, The Way of the Sword, The Way of the Warrior, The Ring of Fire, The Ring of Wind,The Ring of Sky)].

Fundamentally a great story full of action and adventure. It is true that I immediately recalled Shogun: A Novel of Japan, but this is a much shorter and easier book to follow.

Probably a good idea to read the back pages with some helpful pronunciation tips because there are a few Japanese words throughout the story.

Other great books for young adults with plenty of action include: uk/Brotherband-The-Outcasts-Book-One/dp/0440869927">Brotherband: The Outcasts: Book One and The Fire of Ares: Spartan 1 (Spartan Warrior). Read more ›
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12 of 15 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars Young Samurai 8 Aug 2008
By Steve Backshall
Format:Paperback
Young Samurai is just about a perfect read, in fact the only problem with it is that from the first page to the last you'll struggle to find a good moment to put it down to go get a cuppa! The book doesn't patronise its audience at all; it's filled with information about Japan and martial arts, and doesn't shy away from the violence inherent in that. However, any young reader is going to want to be like these characters, to fight like Jack and Akiko, and have their honour, their code and courage, and as such I reckon Young Samurai creates a good old fashioned moral framework that parents should be overjoyed to see their kids getting into. Who knows, it might even have scores of kids worldwide learning the diligence and skills of the martial arts...
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4.0 out of 5 stars Another "Shogan" type book.
A well written book, with a strong parallel story line to "Shogan" by James Clavell. It is a compulsive read, with a strong "Don't put me down" factor. Read more
Published 9 days ago by powerpictor
5.0 out of 5 stars Catchy...
I could not stop reading it.. from the very first pages got so deep into it that could not wait to turn the next page...
Published 1 month ago by R. S.
5.0 out of 5 stars Great
It's brilliant so much that that I bought the whole series ha ha LOL it's brill it's really good
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Published 2 months ago by Sparkle
5.0 out of 5 stars Great continuation of series
Good read for youngsters boys and girls. I read this on my kindle app on the iPad. It was easy to read and thoroughly enjoyable.
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Published 4 months ago by G.E.R
5.0 out of 5 stars Brilliant
I really enjoyed reading this book as I love cultural books.
If you books like Percy Jackson then you'll love this.
Well done Chris Bradford I will enjoy reading the rest
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This book was fantastic. I first read it when it was published and since then I've read it 17 times. It is a book I enjoy to read every time. Read more
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A great action packed story full of excitement, great for kids and adults! young warriors if you like martial arts contests rivalry and Japan you'll definitely love this. Read more
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5.0 out of 5 stars UUUMMM HELLO
All these shogun peeps are seriously weired and in my opinion just sore losers how da ya like that shogun suck ups.
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