Kaitlyn‘s review of Water Moon by Samantha Sotto Yambao
Contemporary Fantasy published by Del Rey 14 Jan 25
Water Moon reminds me of The Starless Sea, in that I had no idea what was going on. However, the vibes were vibing, so I had a great time.
But I have learned I don’t have to fully understand what’s going on to enjoy myself. 😂
This is a fun, whimsical fantasy, and I’d highly recommend it for when you’re in the mood for a cozy, fanciful adventure.
Do you have any other whimsical fantasy recs?
Summary:
On a backstreet in Tokyo lies a pawnshop, but not everyone can find it. Most will see a cozy ramen restaurant. And only the chosen ones—those who are lost—will find a place to pawn their life choices and deepest regrets.
Hana Ishikawa wakes on her first morning as the pawnshop’s new owner to find it ransacked, the shop’s most precious acquisition stolen, and her father missing. And then into the shop stumbles a charming stranger, quite unlike its other customers, for he offers help instead of seeking it.
Together, they must journey through a mystical world to find Hana’s father and the stolen choice—by way of rain puddles, rides on paper cranes, the bridge between midnight and morning, and a night market in the clouds.
But as they get closer to the truth, Hana must reveal a secret of her own—and risk making a choice that she will never be able to take back.