Jean, Emiko
Tokyo Ever After
- ISBN 13:
- 9781509899999
- author:
- Jean, Emiko
- format:
- Paperback / softback
- publisher:
- Macmillan Children's Books
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2021
- Pages:
- 336
- Dimensions:
- 19.6 x 13.1 x 2.2 centimeters (0
- Genre:
- Gender Studies Children & Young Adults
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Tokyo Ever After by Emiko Jean is a heartwarming and humorous novel about self-discovery. Izumi Tanaka's ordinary life takes an unexpected turn when she discovers a clue to her father's identity, leading her to meet the Crown Prince of Japan. As she navigates this new world, Izumi must confront her own sense of belonging and identity. In Japan, she finds herself torn between two worlds: the one she left behind in America, where she was never "American" enough, and the one she's trying to claim as her own in Japan, where she must prove she's "Japanese" enough. With the help of a handsome bodyguard and a scathing press, Izumi must learn to balance tradition and modernity, all while figuring out who she is and what she wants. Will Izumi find happiness and fulfillment as a princess, or will the weight of her new role crumble her? This charming novel explores themes of identity, culture, and belonging, making it a compelling read for anyone looking for a story about finding one's place in the world.