Imagine being the reincarnation of a powerful Priestess, but having no conscious idea of who you are? Yet, you’re haunted by dreams of your past life, knowing that there’s a part of you that doesn’t really fit in with the adopted family who raised you or the world you’ve come to know and rely on. This is what 15-year-old Saya has to deal with when her past life catches up with her and she’s thrust into a centuries old mythological battle. Saya must return to the people of the Dark, her people, and lead them as the Water Maiden to save Toyoshihara from the Immortal Children of Japanese legend. Together with Chihaya, the keeper of the Dragon Sword, and the best fighters of the Tsuchigumo (ground spiders aka people of the Dark), Saya must stop the coming of Izanagi, who wishes to destroy the mortals of Saya’s world and reunite with his wife, Izanami, the Goddess of the Underworld. Saya must choose once and for all whether her loyalty lies with the Light or the Dark.
Ogiwara’s writing is lyrical and poetic, making every sentence enjoyable to read. Ogiwara’s story is a unique take on Japanese mythology and is filled with great characters, intense emotion and plenty of action.
For anyone who has read the Kojiki, the oldest chronicle in Japan, dating from the 8th century, which tells about the creation of the world and the history of the first gods, the three Immortal Children and their parents will not be unfamiliar. If you read Dragon Sword and Wind Child and like it, make sure to check out the Kojiki or look up information about Japanese mythology for more information!
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