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'Shadow of the Fox' follows the unlikely romance between Shiro, a samurai, and Mariko, a mysterious young woman who rescues him from peril. Their bond grows as they marry, yet a chilling twist emerges when Mariko reveals her nocturnal shapeβshe becomes a fox.
The story blends elements of juvenile fiction, horror, and traditional samurai culture, exploring themes of love, identity, and the supernatural in a compact narrative suitable for younger readers.
First publish date: 1994
Genre: Horror/Supernatural Horror
Authors: Ellen Steiber
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