The Courtesan and the Samurai - Lesley Downer

The Courtesan and the Samurai by Lesley Downer is a captivating historical romance set in 19th-century Japan during the tumultuous years of the Boshin War. The novel follows Hana, a young woman from a samurai family who is forced to become a courtesan after her husband disappears in battle. Trapped in the pleasure district of Edo, she struggles to maintain her dignity and independence. When she crosses paths with Yozo, a loyal samurai fighting for the shogunate, their fates intertwine in a world of shifting allegiances and forbidden love. As Japan undergoes rapid change, Hana and Yozo must navigate danger, honor, and passion in their fight for freedom and survival. Paperback : 338 pages It...Read more