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I enjoyed reading this thrilling and exciting adventure because of the way the writer makes you feel like you are the main character and living every moment that he does in the book. Also I enjoyed the exciting storyline and the author's vast knowledge of ancient Japan. * Teen Titles - Scott Livingstone *
I enjoyed this, the author uses deceptively simple writing to get across a very different culture. On the surface, the important qualities in a samurai warrior are obedience, emotional detachment and avoidance of shame but underneath lie other, deeper, qualities. The understanding which Lord Ankan brings to Jimmu's dilemma shows him to be a man of mercy and integrity as well as justice. The book is obviously aimed at boys, who should enjoy the fighting, though there is a nod towards romance with Jimmu's growing relationship with Lady Takeko, perhaps to appeal to girls as well. * Historical Novels Review *
The story is fast-paced with exciting battle scenes and betrayals. Boys particularly will enjoy this novel. * School Librarian Journal *

Andrew Matthews has been writing for fun since he was seven, but was a teacher for twenty-three years before becoming a full-time author. He has written over sixty books for children and teenagers, including Cat Song, which was nominated for the Smarties Book Prize in 1994, and the critically acclaimed Love Street. He is a hugely versatile writer, and has retold many myths, legends and classic stories, as well as writing his own original novels. Andrew lives in Reading with his wife and their cat.