First published 2016
Kao Yu, a gentle hermit, lives a quiet life in the mountains, tending his garden and meditating. But when a desperate young woman appears on his doorstep, Kao is drawn into a web of secrets and danger. Forced to choose between his peaceful existence and saving an innocent life, Kao must confront his own fears and beliefs to do what's right. With his freedom and the woman's life at stake, Kao's decision will test the limits of his wisdom and courage.
Genres: literary-fiction, adventure, fantasy, contemporary
Vibes: intimate, suspenseful, thought-provoking
Tropes: fish-out-of-water, moral-dilemma
Kindle · Tor Books