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Spider Eats Fright
Paperback
ISBN13: 9781502864451
Publisher: Createspace
Published: Dec 31 2014
Pages: 258
Weight: 0.62
Height: 0.58 Width: 5.00 Depth: 8.00
Language: English
Teaching, Tea, and Terror: An Australian Woman's Journey into Japan's Mystical Realm.
When Alley Weaver leaves her sleepy Australian town for the bustling streets of Osaka, Japan, she expects her new life as an English teacher to be filled with fun adventure and cultural immersion. What she doesn't expect is to stumble into a world where Japanese folklore comes alive. Suddenly gifted with the ability to see the ghosts and spirits that normally remain hidden, she soon finds that her housemate is being tormented by a murderous poltergeist and a dangerously seductive creature with a taste for human flesh is hunting her friends. Urban myths have turned to urban facts, gods are riding the subway and the nukekubi is hungrily stalking the streets.
Alley's journey takes her far beyond the bright neon lights of Osaka, from haunted backstreets to serene temples, she encounters mischievous spirits and cunning Japanese monsters known as yokai. As she navigates this strange and supernatural realm, Alley discovers her own strength and power, unleashing a long-hidden part of herself-her witchcraft.
Spider Eats Fright is a spellbinding young adult novel that seamlessly blends contemporary life with the mysticism of Japanese folklore. Perfect for fans of Studio Ghibli's magical realism, Leigh Bardugo's Ninth House, and readers fascinated by Japanese culture, this book takes you on a journey through the intricate tapestry of tradition, witchcraft, and self-discovery.
What to expect:
- A rich exploration of the Japanese city of Osaka
- Encounters with legendary Japanese yokai and gods, including the nukekubi and Shichifukujin.
- A strong, relatable heroine discovering her place in a foreign land and within herself.
- A quirky, magical animal familiar that might just steal your heart.
- A thrilling mix of contemporary adventure and ancient magic.
Immerse yourself in a world where tea holds secrets, monsters walk among humans, and witchcraft weaves through the cracks of reality. Whether you're a lover of supernatural stories, a fan of Japanese culture, or someone who simply enjoys a tale of courage and self-discovery, Spider Eats Fright will leave you spellbound.
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