Shadow of the Ninja

This is the thrilling sequel to the Samurai tale "The Way of the Warrior"; a story of truth, honour, bravery and love in sixteenth century Japan. When the beautiful daughter of Jimmu's master, Lady Takeko, is captured by rival Lord Sabura, Jimmu sets out on a quest to rescue her. Joined by disillusioned samurai Ryu, a former apprentice of Lord Sabura, who left his master after refusing to kidnap Takeko himself, the pair turn to their only hope of rescuing her, a band of the fabled and feared ninjas. Rumoured to be able to fly, walk on water, and evade capture by transforming themselves into creatures, plants, and even shadows, ninjas are hardly Jimmu's first choice of allies; the opposite of samurai, ninjas fight not for honour, but for money. But Jimmu need their skills if he is to rescue Takeko from Sabura's castle and, despite his reservations, as he begins his training, under blind, wise Goro, strong Ichiro and young Ren, he begins to gain a new respect for their stealth, bravery and ingenuity, especially for the brave and beautiful girl ninja, Ren. This is an exciting tale set in the Land of the Rising Sun, "Shadow of the Ninja" will creep up behind you and grab by the throat.


Genre: Children's Fiction