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Name: Autumn bridge
Author: Takashi Matsuoka

In 1311, a woman in Cloud of Sparrows Castle pens the secret history of the Okumichi clan, detailing their prophetic gift and destiny. Centuries later, the scrolls are discovered by Emily Gibson, an American missionary arriving in Edo harbour in 1861. As she translates the ancient record, Emily becomes entangled in the story of Lord Genji, a clan noble who must protect his family and confront forbidden feelings for an outsider. The narrative follows Emily’s own crossroads—between two western suitors and her growing devotion to Genji—while she immerses herself in heroism, betrayal, and a prophecy that may finally be revealed.

First publish date: 2004

Genre: Historical Fiction/19th Century Historical Fiction

Authors: Takashi Matsuoka

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