Titles in This Set: Across the Nightingale Floor Grass for His Pillow Brilliance of the Moon Condition: New Format: Paperback ISBN: 9788033656463 Publisher: Picador (Pan Macmillan) Age Range: 16+ (Young Adult / Adult crossover) Overview: Enter the mythic, samurai-shadowed world of feudal Japan with the first three novels in Lian Hearn's celebrated Tales of the Otori series. Across the Nightingale Floor, Grass for His Pillow and Brilliance of the Moon follow Takeo and Kaede through betrayal, forbidden love and supernatural peril as rival clans fight for power. Lyrical and richly plotted, this paperback set suits fans of East Asian-inspired historical fantasy and makes a striking gift. About the Books: Across the Nightingale Floor introduces sixteen-year-old Takeo, whose family is slaughtered by the ruthless Tohan clan. Rescued by Lord Otori Shigeru, Takeo discovers he possesses the Tribe's uncanny gifts — near invisibility, a second self, superhuman hearing — and is drawn into a plot of vengeance centred on a fortress guarded by its famous "nightingale floor," which sings under any intruder's feet. Grass for His Pillow continues Takeo's story as he is torn between his oath to the deadly Tribe and his love for the fiercely independent Kaede, who must defend her inherited lands against greedy rivals while war closes in. Brilliance of the Moon brings the arc to its climax: Takeo, now a hardened leader, must reclaim his birthright and unite the Otori clan, while Kaede fights to hold her territory against betrayal from every side. Across all three novels, Hearn weaves political intrigue, martial arts tradition, ghost-story chills and tender romance into a beautifully imagined feudal Japan of warring clans and rigid codes of honour, with prose that is spare yet evocative throughout. Key Benefits: The first three novels in the acclaimed Tales of the Otori series, complete in one paperback set. Immersive, richly researched feudal Japan setting with samurai, ninja-like "Tribe" skills and court intrigue. A compelling blend of romance, war, ghost-story atmosphere and coming-of-age drama. Ideal for fans of historical fantasy and East Asian-inspired epics. Great gift set for teen and adult readers, and a handsome addition to any bookshelf. About the Author: Lian Hearn is the pen name of Gillian Rubinstein, an English-born, Australian-based author and screenwriter. She adopted the pseudonym for the Tales of the Otori series, drawing on her interest in Japanese history, language and culture to build its meticulously imagined setting. The first novel, Across the Nightingale Floor, became an international bestseller on publication and established the series as a modern favourite in historical fantasy. Hearn has since continued the Otori saga with further novels and companion series, cementing her reputation for atmospheric, emotionally resonant storytelling rooted in East Asian history and folklore. Why You'll Love This Series: Three books, one unforgettable saga — follow Takeo and Kaede from tragedy to triumph across feudal Japan's warring clans. Perfect for readers who want epic scale, tender romance and pulse-quickening intrigue in one paperback set. Please Note: Books are supplied brand new in the UK edition/cover as shown; ISBN refers to the collection barcode used for this set.