The Twelve Kingdoms - Volume 1: Sea of Shadow
by Fuyumi Ono
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Reviewed by Carrie Spellman for TeensReadToo.com
Yoko Nakajima is the perfect daughter. She's a good student, she always does what she's told, she never complains, she never calls attention to herself -- perfect. Except for her red hair that stands out everywhere in Japan, but no one can explain that one. Aside from that, she's perfect. So, when she starts falling asleep in class, it's surprising to everyone. If it weren't for those terrifying dreams, maybe she could get some sleep at night. ...more
Yoko Nakajima is the perfect daughter. She's a good student, she always does what she's told, she never complains, she never calls attention to herself -- perfect. Except for her red hair that stands out everywhere in Japan, but no one can explain that one. Aside from that, she's perfect. So, when she starts falling asleep in class, it's surprising to everyone. If it weren't for those terrifying dreams, maybe she could get some sleep at night. ...more
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Read in April, 2007
There’s a lot of fantasy fiction out there, mostly consisting of orcs and elves and manly heroes. Problem is, who wants to read “World of Warcraft” when you can play it instead? And some authors seem stuck on emulating J.R.R. Tolkien’s mythology.
Fuyumi Ono, however, creates an unchartered world for our imaginations to explore. She introduces us to Yoko, a studious high-school girl who obeys her parents and her peers. Only problem is, she’s having a recurring nightmare that intensifi...more
Fuyumi Ono, however, creates an unchartered world for our imaginations to explore. She introduces us to Yoko, a studious high-school girl who obeys her parents and her peers. Only problem is, she’s having a recurring nightmare that intensifi...more
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Read in October, 2007
recommends it for:
Absolutely any girl/woman who even KINDA likes the fantasy genre.
I read this book after watching the anime, and wanted to fill some of the holes that the anime left.
What an amazing book. World creation, character development, storyline...the book has such an old, cherished internal themes (and matches up with the daydreams of many, I would bet), but is done in such a fresh way that it's quite unlike anything else. Very empowering, powerful little series. I am, however, very unhappy that only one book a year will be translated...I'll be almost 40 before...more
What an amazing book. World creation, character development, storyline...the book has such an old, cherished internal themes (and matches up with the daydreams of many, I would bet), but is done in such a fresh way that it's quite unlike anything else. Very empowering, powerful little series. I am, however, very unhappy that only one book a year will be translated...I'll be almost 40 before...more
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Read in August, 2008
recommends it for:
those who like intense stories...it is not for light reading.
I was fascinated by the study of the main character, Yoko, as she changes throughout the novel. I didn't always agree with what she did, but I found that I could understand and sympathize with her character more thoroughly than in most books. The author very adeptly wove a character driven tale about trust and betrayal and learning to trust again.
This one is actually a novelization of a manga/anime series. It is the first book, but I didn't have a problem reading it as a stand alone.
This one is actually a novelization of a manga/anime series. It is the first book, but I didn't have a problem reading it as a stand alone.
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recommends it for:
Fantasy lovers
The Anime based on this book is my all time favorite. If you like fantasy and sword's fight this is the book for you. I'm so happy to see this book is going to be published since anime has left out quite a bit of the story. I can't wait for this to come out.
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Read in September, 2007
Another book I can read again and again. I love the anime series that came from this series of books and I equally love the books. A good read.
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Read in September, 2007
recommends it for:
Fantasy Lovers
Great characterization, good character developement,good plot with amazing details.It's a mix combination between fantasy and political morale.
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Read in May, 2008
Wow, this was a Looooooong book! Haha. But very nicely written. I'll be tuning in for the rest of the series.
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Read in March, 2007
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I saw the show, and wanted to read the books from there.recommends it for: Everyone
Great book. The land of the Twelve Kingdoms is amazing. I want to go there and see everything for myself.
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I want some spiritual guardians and go on a mystic journey
damn japs, make you want ridiculous stuff.
damn japs, make you want ridiculous stuff.
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A good enough book -- oddly, I prefer the anime in this instance.
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Really slow to get going, but once it did it was really good.
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