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Lily Wong #4
The Ninja's Oath
THE NINJA'S OATH takes Chinese-Norwegian modern-day ninja, Lily Wong, to Shanghai in an explosive joint mission with her father's former-triad cook and the assassin J Tran. Get ready for the riveting next book in Tori Eldridge's bestselling Lily Wong series! International action adventure ensues when Lily Wong—a Chinese-Norwegian modern-day ninja—travels from Shanghai to Japan to help family friend and former triad enforcer, Lee Chang, locate and rescue his kidnapped twelve-year-old niece while, back home in Los Angeles, her father’s health wanes. Their mission is aided and complicated by an enigmatic assassin with a discomforting fascination for Lily. When the hunt for the niece leads to another missing relative, the trio of dangerous heroes—ninja, triad, and assassin—are pitted against an even greater foe. Meanwhile, Chang’s family must be moved from the shikumen house in Old Shanghai before the government tears it down. This would be simpler if not for the feud between brothers and the old resentments and intrigues entwined with the stunning history of the city itself. Lily is pushed to her limits as she faces potentially insurmountable odds and worries about her father’s undiagnosed disease. At the same time, she is shocked by the true identity of her ninja teacher—known only Sensei—and the truth behind why he left Japan. THE NINJA’S OATH is the thrilling new novel in Tori Eldridge's acclaimed, multi-award nominated Lily Wong series, sure to leave readers breathing and riveted until the last page is turned!
336 pages, Hardcover
Published September 12, 2023
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About the author
Tori Eldridge
21 books214 followersTori Eldridge is the bestselling author of the Lily Wong mystery thrillers as well as a two-time Anthony Award nominee, Lefty and Macavity Awards finalist, and winner of the 2021 Crimson Scribe Award for Best Book of the Year. She penned the standalone Dance Among the Flames and will launch her new Ranger Makalani Pahukula mystery series with Kaua‘i Storm on May 20, 2025. In addition to novels, Tori's short stories have been featured in numerous literary, crime fiction, and horror anthologies. Born and raised in Honolulu—of Hawaiian, Chinese, and Norwegian descent—she lived in New York and Los Angeles before settling in Portland, Oregon, where her grandchildren live. Before writing, Tori performed on Broadway, television, and film; and holds a 5th degree black belt in To-Shin Do ninja martial arts.
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September 14, 2023
"The Ninja’s Oath" is the latest in this gripping four-book series, delving into family crises, honor, and the complexities of the flawed yet endearing protagonist, Lily. Included in this novel’s fast-paced narrative are insights into the world of Ninjas, Shanghai's rich history, Chinese family dynamics, and Lili’s deepening bonds. The bonus for fans of this series is an unexpected inclusion of the Sensei's backstory.
Eldridge keeps the tone entertaining, and occasionally light-hearted, while maintaining focus on intricate familial relationships as well as Lily’s moral dilemmas as she fights her battles in Shanghai and Osaka. Here’s hoping there will be another installment about this feisty heroine, and very soon!
Eldridge keeps the tone entertaining, and occasionally light-hearted, while maintaining focus on intricate familial relationships as well as Lily’s moral dilemmas as she fights her battles in Shanghai and Osaka. Here’s hoping there will be another installment about this feisty heroine, and very soon!
September 16, 2023
Another exciting adventure with Lily Wong
Eldridge takes us on a wild ride through Shanghai and Japan. As usual, she paints the locations, food and people with a vivid brush.
You won’t be disappointed!
Eldridge takes us on a wild ride through Shanghai and Japan. As usual, she paints the locations, food and people with a vivid brush.
You won’t be disappointed!
August 1, 2023
Continuing the Lily Wong series, Tori Eldridge is back with another fantastic installment. In this book Lily travels to Shanghai and then Osaka to help friends in need but this time she meets more than her match.
I love this series and our badass heroine Lily. J Tran is growing on me fast well :). I hope there are many more Lily Wong adventures to come.
I love this series and our badass heroine Lily. J Tran is growing on me fast well :). I hope there are many more Lily Wong adventures to come.
April 28, 2025
If you thought Lily Wong had already kicked every possible ass across Los Angeles, think again!
In The Ninja’s Oath, Tori Eldridge slams her fearless heroine into a globe-trotting, heart-wrenching, action-drenched finale that grabs you by the throat (in a friendly ninja way) and doesn’t let go until the last brutal, brilliant page.
This time? It’s personal. And international.
We open with Lily trading LA’s bright chaos for the shadowy alleys of Shanghai, diving into a rescue mission that’s part hostage retrieval, part family drama, and part "wait, did that assassin just flirt with me?" She’s joined by Lee Chang, her father’s ex-triad-turned-cook (because who doesn’t want a sidekick who can both kill a man and make you a killer dumpling?), and J Tran, an assassin with big “hot but dangerous” energy and a very unsettling interest in our girl Lily.
Meanwhile, back home, her father’s health is slipping, the clock is ticking, and Lily’s heart is breaking quietly beneath her bulletproof exterior. Cue the emotional damage. 😭
And just when you think you’re emotionally prepared, Eldridge pulls the rug out from under you with a jaw-dropping reveal about Lily’s ninja sensei that rewrites everything you thought you knew about Lily’s training and him.
What I loved:
* High-octane fight scenes that feel like they should come with a warning label ("Do not attempt at home unless you are an actual ninja")
* Sharp, witty banter that reminds you Lily is as hilarious as she is deadly
* A deep, moving exploration of family, loyalty, grief, and what it truly means to honour an oath
* Tension. So much tension. Delicious.
The only tiny complaint? At times the plot just teeters on the edge of feeling over-packed — assassins, triads, government evictions, secret identities, family drama — but hey, it’s a ninja finale. Go big or go home.
The Ninja’s Oath wraps up Lily Wong’s saga with explosive action, emotional gut punches, and a heroine who somehow keeps getting stronger even as life keeps swinging harder. If you’re looking for a series finale that’s sharp enough to cut glass and tender enough to break your heart, Lily Wong’s last dance will not disappoint.
In The Ninja’s Oath, Tori Eldridge slams her fearless heroine into a globe-trotting, heart-wrenching, action-drenched finale that grabs you by the throat (in a friendly ninja way) and doesn’t let go until the last brutal, brilliant page.
This time? It’s personal. And international.
We open with Lily trading LA’s bright chaos for the shadowy alleys of Shanghai, diving into a rescue mission that’s part hostage retrieval, part family drama, and part "wait, did that assassin just flirt with me?" She’s joined by Lee Chang, her father’s ex-triad-turned-cook (because who doesn’t want a sidekick who can both kill a man and make you a killer dumpling?), and J Tran, an assassin with big “hot but dangerous” energy and a very unsettling interest in our girl Lily.
Meanwhile, back home, her father’s health is slipping, the clock is ticking, and Lily’s heart is breaking quietly beneath her bulletproof exterior. Cue the emotional damage. 😭
And just when you think you’re emotionally prepared, Eldridge pulls the rug out from under you with a jaw-dropping reveal about Lily’s ninja sensei that rewrites everything you thought you knew about Lily’s training and him.
What I loved:
* High-octane fight scenes that feel like they should come with a warning label ("Do not attempt at home unless you are an actual ninja")
* Sharp, witty banter that reminds you Lily is as hilarious as she is deadly
* A deep, moving exploration of family, loyalty, grief, and what it truly means to honour an oath
* Tension. So much tension. Delicious.
The only tiny complaint? At times the plot just teeters on the edge of feeling over-packed — assassins, triads, government evictions, secret identities, family drama — but hey, it’s a ninja finale. Go big or go home.
The Ninja’s Oath wraps up Lily Wong’s saga with explosive action, emotional gut punches, and a heroine who somehow keeps getting stronger even as life keeps swinging harder. If you’re looking for a series finale that’s sharp enough to cut glass and tender enough to break your heart, Lily Wong’s last dance will not disappoint.
March 2, 2024
THE NINJA'S OATH takes Chinese-Norwegian modern-day ninja, Lily Wong, to Shanghai in an explosive joint mission with her father's former-triad cook and the assassin J Tran. Get ready for the riveting next book in Tori Eldridge's bestselling Lily Wong series!International action adventure ensues when Lily Wong—a Chinese-Norwegian modern-day ninja—travels from Shanghai to Japan to help family friend and former triad enforcer, Lee Chang, locate and rescue his kidnapped twelve-year-old niece while, back home in Los Angeles, her father’s health wanes. Their mission is aided and complicated by an enigmatic assassin with a discomforting fascination for Lily. When the hunt for the niece leads to another missing relative, the trio of dangerous heroes—ninja, triad, and assassin—are pitted against an even greater foe. Meanwhile, Chang’s family must be moved from the shikumen house in Old Shanghai before the government tears it down. This would be simpler if not for the feud between brothers and the old resentments and intrigues entwined with the stunning history of the city itself. Lily is pushed to her limits as she faces potentially insurmountable odds and worries about her father’s undiagnosed disease. At the same time, she is shocked by the true identity of her ninja teacher—known only Sensei—and the truth behind why he left Japan. THE NINJA’S OATH is the thrilling new novel in Tori Eldridge's acclaimed, multi-award nominated Lily Wong series, sure to leave readers breathing and riveted until the last page is turned!
The last of the series ( at least for now) was well written. We get Sensei's back story,we learn about Change and even more about Tran, and they all learn something about themselves. I loved Lily as a character , her skills, her carelessness and faults. I would recommend this series.
The last of the series ( at least for now) was well written. We get Sensei's back story,we learn about Change and even more about Tran, and they all learn something about themselves. I loved Lily as a character , her skills, her carelessness and faults. I would recommend this series.
September 14, 2023
The Ninja’s Oath is a serious book dealing with family crises, honor, the past, and
it culminates a four-book series with amazing Ninja action and plenty of soul searching.
I learned so much about Ninjas, Shanghai’s history and current culture, and Chinese family
hierarchy. I loved that Lily’s dad’s cook, Lee Chung, stepped into the limelight and Lily deepens her relationship with him. Lily Wong is a strong protagonist with a lot of secrets and some heavy baggage. This book deals with everyone’s baggage. Author Tori Eldredge says Lily tries to stay on the “right side of morality”, but “has a lot of blood in her rear-view mirror.” She worries she’s too much like J Tran, the assassin. In this book we learn about J Tran’s past. (I’m rooting for J Tran and Lily to get something going!) A big surprise was the inclusion of Sensei’s story. Lily’s discovery of his past was an important learning experience for Lily, as well as illumination on Ninja for this reader. The writing is as engaging, entertaining and at times, humorous, as the earlier books. Eldridge has her finger on the pulse of familial relationships. This book has depth, action, adventure, and plenty to learn from. I’m a big fan of Lily Wong and Tori Eldridge. Please keep ‘em coming!
it culminates a four-book series with amazing Ninja action and plenty of soul searching.
I learned so much about Ninjas, Shanghai’s history and current culture, and Chinese family
hierarchy. I loved that Lily’s dad’s cook, Lee Chung, stepped into the limelight and Lily deepens her relationship with him. Lily Wong is a strong protagonist with a lot of secrets and some heavy baggage. This book deals with everyone’s baggage. Author Tori Eldredge says Lily tries to stay on the “right side of morality”, but “has a lot of blood in her rear-view mirror.” She worries she’s too much like J Tran, the assassin. In this book we learn about J Tran’s past. (I’m rooting for J Tran and Lily to get something going!) A big surprise was the inclusion of Sensei’s story. Lily’s discovery of his past was an important learning experience for Lily, as well as illumination on Ninja for this reader. The writing is as engaging, entertaining and at times, humorous, as the earlier books. Eldridge has her finger on the pulse of familial relationships. This book has depth, action, adventure, and plenty to learn from. I’m a big fan of Lily Wong and Tori Eldridge. Please keep ‘em coming!
July 16, 2024
I should have been wary when I struggled to get through the run on sentence/series of sentence fragments that started the book’s synopsis inside the front cover, but I proceeded. I found at least 6 glaring typos in this novel, and—I’m sorry—it genuinely made it difficult to get my head in the game to finish reading it.
Granted, I am probably a bit more detail-oriented than the average reader, but those oversights were strangely jarring nonetheless.
The plot was fine. I wanted a quick, mindless read for a long train ride and this fulfilled the need. Like a Jason Bourne movie, with a female lead and food endlessly woven into every other scene.
Granted, I am probably a bit more detail-oriented than the average reader, but those oversights were strangely jarring nonetheless.
The plot was fine. I wanted a quick, mindless read for a long train ride and this fulfilled the need. Like a Jason Bourne movie, with a female lead and food endlessly woven into every other scene.
September 29, 2023
An exhilarating culmination to the Lily Wong series that left me spellbound. Tori's storytelling prowess and her intricate portrayal of her characters, including a fascinating new addition, made this book an unqualified page-turner. A electrifying read that's both illuminating and action-packed. Highly recommended!
October 19, 2023
Another action-packed, page-turner that is now expected of a Lily Wong tale. As always, food and locale receive delicious attention-to-detail to go along with the blow-by-jab-by-kick action!!
This book stands on it's own if you haven't read any of the previous 3 books; though at it's conclusion you'll definitely be reaching for them!
This book stands on it's own if you haven't read any of the previous 3 books; though at it's conclusion you'll definitely be reaching for them!
November 24, 2023
What a way to finish the Lily Wong Ninja Daughter series. I have been to Hong Kong, Shanghai and Japan but Tori brings the food and martial arts culture to life. This story is all about family: the ones you are born to and the ones you make. Lily helps
family help family to be helped in return. I got to try the kimchi egg pancake. It was great seeing Tori at the LA Times Book Festival as well.
family help family to be helped in return. I got to try the kimchi egg pancake. It was great seeing Tori at the LA Times Book Festival as well.
February 27, 2024
A fine addition to an excellent series
As this book ends, it feels like the culmination of the series. I hope there are more volumes to come. Lily is an interesting, vital character in an exciting world only Eldridge knows among the many writers whose work I have read. I want to know where the warrior goes now that she has grown up.
As this book ends, it feels like the culmination of the series. I hope there are more volumes to come. Lily is an interesting, vital character in an exciting world only Eldridge knows among the many writers whose work I have read. I want to know where the warrior goes now that she has grown up.
August 16, 2023
I’ve been looking forward to reading the 4th book in the Lily Wong series and it didn’t disappoint. I especially enjoyed getting to know more about sensei’s background. As always, it’s packed with action and plenty of mouth-watering food. I can’t wait until the next installment!
September 18, 2023
Another great entry for this series.
September 21, 2023
Great 4th book in series
This was a really great 4th book in the series. I love all the food, the action (ninja skills) and the locations.
Hoping the author continues this series!!
This was a really great 4th book in the series. I love all the food, the action (ninja skills) and the locations.
Hoping the author continues this series!!
October 2, 2023
Filled with vivid imagery, unrelenting action and high personal stakes, "The Ninja's Oath," (Lily Wong Book 4), is a great addition to the series.
October 9, 2023
Lily Wong is back! Tori Eldridge does a masterful job in bring the plot, action sequences, and characters to life. This was a hard one to put down and I highly recommend it.
February 4, 2024
Lily gets saved by men? meh. Too many confusing places and people. Lily's back story should revolve around and be revealed while she kicks ass.
May 22, 2024
The ending was a big let down for me that said I wouldn’t mind reading another Lily Wong book
August 13, 2023
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