Esther M. Friesner
Himiko the beloved daughter of a chieftain in third century Japan has always been special. The day she was born there was a devastating earthquake, and the tribe's shamaness had an amazing vision revealing the young girl's futureâ€”one day this privileged child will be the spiritual and tribal leader over all of the tribes. ,Book One ,revolves around the events of Himiko's early teen yearsâ€”her shaman lessons, friendships, contact with other tribes, and journey to save her family after a series of tragic events. Once again, Esther Friesner masterfully weaves together history, myth, and mysticism in a tale of a princess whose path is far from traditional.
Historical,Historical Fiction,Young Adult,Fantasy,Historical,Fantasy,Mythology,Cultural,Japan,Fiction,Fairy Tales,Princesses,Young Adult,Teen,Fantasy,Magic
Spirit's Princess