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Dynasty Codes #2
Dark Tides
The saga continues with a plot that threatens to alter the very fabric of the world ...
Gora, captain of the new Hién mercenary ship, Sea Guardian, embarks on a perilous quest to dismantle the heinous pirate circle responsible for abducting and slaying innocent children across the globe. But his pursuit uncovers a chilling revelation—the circle's sinister leader, a formidable seer and pirate queen, commands a vast fleet of ships united by a mysterious and ominous mission that could reshape the world.
Yoshiko, now the daimyō of Hié, grapples with the daunting task of rebuilding her realm. But reports emerge of magical creatures, thought long extinct, resurfacing and endangering her people. Determined to unearth the connection between her heritage and the return of these mysterious beings, Yoshiko stumbles upon a horrifying truth—her abilities will haunt her even in death.
Forced to confront their pasts and those seeking their destruction, Gora and Yoshiko are thrust into a battle of friendship, sacrifice, courage, and survival. As the line between right and wrong blurs and morals clash, they must navigate a treacherous world where the price of victory may be more than they are willing to pay.
Gora, captain of the new Hién mercenary ship, Sea Guardian, embarks on a perilous quest to dismantle the heinous pirate circle responsible for abducting and slaying innocent children across the globe. But his pursuit uncovers a chilling revelation—the circle's sinister leader, a formidable seer and pirate queen, commands a vast fleet of ships united by a mysterious and ominous mission that could reshape the world.
Yoshiko, now the daimyō of Hié, grapples with the daunting task of rebuilding her realm. But reports emerge of magical creatures, thought long extinct, resurfacing and endangering her people. Determined to unearth the connection between her heritage and the return of these mysterious beings, Yoshiko stumbles upon a horrifying truth—her abilities will haunt her even in death.
Forced to confront their pasts and those seeking their destruction, Gora and Yoshiko are thrust into a battle of friendship, sacrifice, courage, and survival. As the line between right and wrong blurs and morals clash, they must navigate a treacherous world where the price of victory may be more than they are willing to pay.
510 pages, Paperback
Published August 31, 2023
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April 22, 2024
What an undiscovered gem! I loved this book. Truly a worthy follow up to Origin Curse and a fascinating new direction for the series.
Gora is now a ship captain, hunting down the pirates who have been abducting children for decades. Yet Gora once was one of those abducted children. He has to face the demons of his past if he is to finally exact vengeance.
This book is a perfect blend of deep character work and a brilliant, tight plotline. I was captivated for every single page and read much of this book in a frenzy, reading well past my bedtime! Definitely worth checking out this series.
Gora is now a ship captain, hunting down the pirates who have been abducting children for decades. Yet Gora once was one of those abducted children. He has to face the demons of his past if he is to finally exact vengeance.
This book is a perfect blend of deep character work and a brilliant, tight plotline. I was captivated for every single page and read much of this book in a frenzy, reading well past my bedtime! Definitely worth checking out this series.
December 24, 2025
This book is loosely connected to the first book in the series. This time Gora is the main character, while Yoshiko takes the supporting role.
Gora is sailing the sea on a mission to find and kill the pirates that kill children, the ones that kidnapped him as a child, but did not kill him. While Gora is on his mission Yoshiko feels the magic awakening more and more.
The relationship of the crew is one of the greatest aspects of the book. The work well together and trust each other, it very much has a found family vibe. I also enjoyed seeing creatures from japanese mythology.
Gora is sailing the sea on a mission to find and kill the pirates that kill children, the ones that kidnapped him as a child, but did not kill him. While Gora is on his mission Yoshiko feels the magic awakening more and more.
The relationship of the crew is one of the greatest aspects of the book. The work well together and trust each other, it very much has a found family vibe. I also enjoyed seeing creatures from japanese mythology.
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