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The Healer #1-3
The Healer Series-Box Set #1-3
A GIRL, A PROPHECY, AND TWO WARRING GODS EQUALS DESTINY!
The first three books in the YA Romantic Fantasy Series, The Healer, from Amazon Bestselling Author C.J. Anaya, now a 2016 Readers' Favorite Silver Medal Winner.
"Young adult fans who enjoy The Mortal Instruments and/or The Vampire Diaries will love this series. I cannot wait to see what happens next!"
THE HEALER, BOOK 1-
Hope hides a dangerous secret; a gift powerful enough to heal the breach between the living and the dead. With two warring gods vying for her love, and a fallen deity determined to take her for his own evil purposes, she must either accept her destiny or take matters into her own hands.
THE BLACK BLOSSOM, BOOK 2
Forced into a dream-like state, Hope is now reliving her life as Mikomi, Princess of the Kagami Empire and The Healer of the world.
Life as an Imperial Princess is rife with danger, betrayal, and intrigue as Mikomi joins forces with a rebel group of samurai warriors in order to usurp the throne from her tyrannical father. To win this seemingly hopeless war, she must train with Musubi, a warrior in the rebel army, and learn the art of the sword without revealing her identity as The Healer.
Unbeknownst to her, Musubi harbors his own secret identity and personal agenda, both of which hold dark consequences for Mikomi's future. Neither one can afford to share their secrets, nor can they ignore the powerful chemistry building between them
THE GRASS CUTTER SWORD, BOOK 3
War is coming, and the veil between life and death is weakening.
As a trusted member of the Samurai Rebels, it is up to Mikomi to gather information that will stop her father from creating a kami army. Katsu’s constant interference impedes her progress, and she is torn between her duty to the world and her love for one very reluctant rebel. Unfortunately, more than one party is interested in using the kami army for their own malicious purposes.
Mikomi’s enemies quickly multiply as a plot far more devious in nature is unearthed. Though Musubi works to prepare her for the many dangers she must face, remaining within the palace walls may no longer be an option. She must protect herself against nekomata disguised as normal humans, while a far greater threat lurks within the heart of a man whom she loves and trusts.
"The Healer is an excellent example of Fabulism/Magical realism, combining myths and fables from the Japanese culture, as well as touching on a few others. C.J. Anaya has an excellent writer's voice and sets a brilliant pace...It was impossible not to get lost in the story." -K.J. Simmill, Readers' Favorite
"A masterful blending of Asian folklore, mythology, and modern day romance. An epic love story that transcends time. Grab this series, people!" -Amazon Customer
Kindle Categories
Teen and Young Adult
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Country and Ethnic
Asian
Coming of Age
Sword and Sorcery
Fairy Tales and Folklore
The first three books in the YA Romantic Fantasy Series, The Healer, from Amazon Bestselling Author C.J. Anaya, now a 2016 Readers' Favorite Silver Medal Winner.
"Young adult fans who enjoy The Mortal Instruments and/or The Vampire Diaries will love this series. I cannot wait to see what happens next!"
THE HEALER, BOOK 1-
Hope hides a dangerous secret; a gift powerful enough to heal the breach between the living and the dead. With two warring gods vying for her love, and a fallen deity determined to take her for his own evil purposes, she must either accept her destiny or take matters into her own hands.
THE BLACK BLOSSOM, BOOK 2
Forced into a dream-like state, Hope is now reliving her life as Mikomi, Princess of the Kagami Empire and The Healer of the world.
Life as an Imperial Princess is rife with danger, betrayal, and intrigue as Mikomi joins forces with a rebel group of samurai warriors in order to usurp the throne from her tyrannical father. To win this seemingly hopeless war, she must train with Musubi, a warrior in the rebel army, and learn the art of the sword without revealing her identity as The Healer.
Unbeknownst to her, Musubi harbors his own secret identity and personal agenda, both of which hold dark consequences for Mikomi's future. Neither one can afford to share their secrets, nor can they ignore the powerful chemistry building between them
THE GRASS CUTTER SWORD, BOOK 3
War is coming, and the veil between life and death is weakening.
As a trusted member of the Samurai Rebels, it is up to Mikomi to gather information that will stop her father from creating a kami army. Katsu’s constant interference impedes her progress, and she is torn between her duty to the world and her love for one very reluctant rebel. Unfortunately, more than one party is interested in using the kami army for their own malicious purposes.
Mikomi’s enemies quickly multiply as a plot far more devious in nature is unearthed. Though Musubi works to prepare her for the many dangers she must face, remaining within the palace walls may no longer be an option. She must protect herself against nekomata disguised as normal humans, while a far greater threat lurks within the heart of a man whom she loves and trusts.
"The Healer is an excellent example of Fabulism/Magical realism, combining myths and fables from the Japanese culture, as well as touching on a few others. C.J. Anaya has an excellent writer's voice and sets a brilliant pace...It was impossible not to get lost in the story." -K.J. Simmill, Readers' Favorite
"A masterful blending of Asian folklore, mythology, and modern day romance. An epic love story that transcends time. Grab this series, people!" -Amazon Customer
Kindle Categories
Teen and Young Adult
Science Fiction and Fantasy
Country and Ethnic
Asian
Coming of Age
Sword and Sorcery
Fairy Tales and Folklore
1009 pages, Kindle Edition
Published October 1, 2016
284 people are currently reading
635 people want to read
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I began writing short stories for family and friends when I was thirteen years old. My vivid imagination and love of mysteries and romances eventually led me to following my own dreams of becoming a published author. I also do some book review work on the side for SDE Magazine.
I'm a huge fan of The Mindy Project, Hugh Jackman, and binge eating any and all things chocolate. Who isn't, am I right?
As a mother of four awesome kids I'm usually playing beauty salon with my daughters (my four-year-old shaved my arm one time while I was helping another daughter with her homework. Yep. That happened) getting my fanny kicked in Mario Kart by my snarky little son, and making out with my deliciously handsome looking Latin lover, aka, my hubby.
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I am always looking for reviewers to read and review my books. If you see a book that interests you please email me at authorandbookspotlights@gmail.com to request a review copy of that book.
I began writing short stories for family and friends when I was thirteen years old. My vivid imagination and love of mysteries and romances eventually led me to following my own dreams of becoming a published author. I also do some book review work on the side for SDE Magazine.
I'm a huge fan of The Mindy Project, Hugh Jackman, and binge eating any and all things chocolate. Who isn't, am I right?
As a mother of four awesome kids I'm usually playing beauty salon with my daughters (my four-year-old shaved my arm one time while I was helping another daughter with her homework. Yep. That happened) getting my fanny kicked in Mario Kart by my snarky little son, and making out with my deliciously handsome looking Latin lover, aka, my hubby.
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October 11, 2016
The Healer series deserves much more recognition than it is given. It’s such an amazing series, pulling you into a beautifully crafted story.
The first book is a lot of fun, although it is far from the strongest in the series. It pulls you in, gives you a taste of the world, and yet you’re left wanting a little bit more. You know great things are to come, and yet you feel as though you simply glimpsed them. The second book quickly throws all this greatness at you. It’s almost unsettling how good the second book is. Without a doubt, the second book is my favourite book in the series thus far. It brings to life an entirely new world, adding so many different aspects to the main storyline. The third book follows on from the wow factor of the second book. It had an extremely high standard to live up to, and pretty much lived up to it. The third book is wonderful, although not quite as amazing as the second. Still, it was a much better book than the first. Moreover, it leaves you more than ready for the concluding fourth book.
What I’m trying to say is that the story gets better. It pulls you in and really comes to life once you start the second book. There are so many layers to this story, so many things that pull you in and leave you wanting more. There are some predictable aspects – the things that seem to exist within all young adult fantasy novels – but for the most part it is entirely unique.
It’s a wonderful read, and I certainly recommend picking it up.
The first book is a lot of fun, although it is far from the strongest in the series. It pulls you in, gives you a taste of the world, and yet you’re left wanting a little bit more. You know great things are to come, and yet you feel as though you simply glimpsed them. The second book quickly throws all this greatness at you. It’s almost unsettling how good the second book is. Without a doubt, the second book is my favourite book in the series thus far. It brings to life an entirely new world, adding so many different aspects to the main storyline. The third book follows on from the wow factor of the second book. It had an extremely high standard to live up to, and pretty much lived up to it. The third book is wonderful, although not quite as amazing as the second. Still, it was a much better book than the first. Moreover, it leaves you more than ready for the concluding fourth book.
What I’m trying to say is that the story gets better. It pulls you in and really comes to life once you start the second book. There are so many layers to this story, so many things that pull you in and leave you wanting more. There are some predictable aspects – the things that seem to exist within all young adult fantasy novels – but for the most part it is entirely unique.
It’s a wonderful read, and I certainly recommend picking it up.
October 11, 2016
I had a hard time putting this book down once I started to read it. It has gods, prophecies, evil and good, some adventures and romance. The pacing is good and the storyline engaging. Hope has the ability to heal others which she has kept hidden because her father is worried she would be in danger if her special gift was discovered. Then 2 new boys show up at her high school. Hope feels a pull to Tie but is fighting it. She feels a strong friendship to Victor. Then strange things start to happen to Hope and her friend Angie and they discover that things aren't what they thought they were. Why does Hooe have healing gift and his does Tie and Victor know her?
In the second book Hope is now in a dream state remembering what happened in her formal life. In this book, the reader is taken to ancient Japan to a magical Kingdom. The reader learns about the healer and how she wants to be loved for herself and not just for who she is to become. Mikomi secretly uses her healing power to help others. She heals the commander of the rebels and makes a new friend. She also starts to help the rebels fight against her father's evil. In this book, she is introduced to 2 gods. Katsu who is who she is prophesied to marry and Musubi who she starts to love. Will she be able to marry who she wishes or will she be controlled by a prophecy?
The third book continues with Hope is a dream state remember her previous life. Hope is falling in love with Musubi more each day. Katsu loves Mikomi but he is so focused on healing the veil that he fails to see that he only sees her as the healer and not as Mikomi. The battle continues between the empire and the rebels. By the end of this book Hopes memory is back and she now understands what is going on. I can't wait until the next book comes out to find out how the veil will be healed and what the prophecy really
In the second book Hope is now in a dream state remembering what happened in her formal life. In this book, the reader is taken to ancient Japan to a magical Kingdom. The reader learns about the healer and how she wants to be loved for herself and not just for who she is to become. Mikomi secretly uses her healing power to help others. She heals the commander of the rebels and makes a new friend. She also starts to help the rebels fight against her father's evil. In this book, she is introduced to 2 gods. Katsu who is who she is prophesied to marry and Musubi who she starts to love. Will she be able to marry who she wishes or will she be controlled by a prophecy?
The third book continues with Hope is a dream state remember her previous life. Hope is falling in love with Musubi more each day. Katsu loves Mikomi but he is so focused on healing the veil that he fails to see that he only sees her as the healer and not as Mikomi. The battle continues between the empire and the rebels. By the end of this book Hopes memory is back and she now understands what is going on. I can't wait until the next book comes out to find out how the veil will be healed and what the prophecy really
October 19, 2016
One lopsided prophecy and four main pawns.
Reincarnated Hope, lives a sheltered, overprotected life- but she has choices. She can use her gifts at healing as a source of freedom and happiness that propels her forward to a brighter future. Or so she thinks. Hope, for both her fathers sake and her own has to keep a host of secrets to herself, even from her best friend in order to survive the modern world.
Angie is Hopes best friend, a little past normal herself, who has stood by her side since early childhood. She has secrets as well and a past of her own that she has yet to realize.
Tie has had centuries to contemplate his mistakes, live with the demons he has created and mourn the loss of his two past loves.
Victor too has had centuries to ponder and guilt himself into misery due to a mistake he made toward Tie years previous.
The hurt and betrayal between the two (Tie and Victor) has destroyed their friendship and caused destruction in their wake.
When Hope meets death and Tie rescues her, he wills her to remember her past incarnation and relive the memories in order to remind her of her duty to the world.
When she wakes will she be pleased to see the two who caused such destruction years before? Will she choose to fulfill her destiny this time around or will she fail and be reincarnated once again?
Is their hope for the love between them to blossom or will she refuse to give up her freedom altogether?
Book 1: Present day reincarnation Hope
Book 2: Past reincarnation Hope until Epilogue
Book 3: Continuation of Past reincarnation Hope until Epilogue
Together all three work well filling in the missing pieces and priming the readers for book 4.
Recommended for Paranormal Romance Lovers young and young at heart.
No sexual content other than kissing and light caressing.
Received a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review.
Reincarnated Hope, lives a sheltered, overprotected life- but she has choices. She can use her gifts at healing as a source of freedom and happiness that propels her forward to a brighter future. Or so she thinks. Hope, for both her fathers sake and her own has to keep a host of secrets to herself, even from her best friend in order to survive the modern world.
Angie is Hopes best friend, a little past normal herself, who has stood by her side since early childhood. She has secrets as well and a past of her own that she has yet to realize.
Tie has had centuries to contemplate his mistakes, live with the demons he has created and mourn the loss of his two past loves.
Victor too has had centuries to ponder and guilt himself into misery due to a mistake he made toward Tie years previous.
The hurt and betrayal between the two (Tie and Victor) has destroyed their friendship and caused destruction in their wake.
When Hope meets death and Tie rescues her, he wills her to remember her past incarnation and relive the memories in order to remind her of her duty to the world.
When she wakes will she be pleased to see the two who caused such destruction years before? Will she choose to fulfill her destiny this time around or will she fail and be reincarnated once again?
Is their hope for the love between them to blossom or will she refuse to give up her freedom altogether?
Book 1: Present day reincarnation Hope
Book 2: Past reincarnation Hope until Epilogue
Book 3: Continuation of Past reincarnation Hope until Epilogue
Together all three work well filling in the missing pieces and priming the readers for book 4.
Recommended for Paranormal Romance Lovers young and young at heart.
No sexual content other than kissing and light caressing.
Received a free digital copy in exchange for an honest review.
October 5, 2017
Nice series for young adults.
Thus is a wonderful mix of war, fighting, injuries, healing and domination in feudal Japan although it is set in a parallel dimension called Kagami. Ms Anaya captures the frustration of women during this time period, having no voice and being treated as chattel. Sometimes verbose, the story repeats itself several times and becomes tedious in some places. Since this is written for young adults, perhaps the author believes the readers won't understand the situation without extensive and detailed explanation each time the situation occurs. These minor flaws, in my opinion, don't hurt the story too much, it is still a fascinating look into Japan's rich history from a female's point of view. If you don't admire outspoken and strong opinionated women then don't pick up this series. I personally believe that everyone, male and female, can learn from this series. Have fun. I know you will enjoy.
Thus is a wonderful mix of war, fighting, injuries, healing and domination in feudal Japan although it is set in a parallel dimension called Kagami. Ms Anaya captures the frustration of women during this time period, having no voice and being treated as chattel. Sometimes verbose, the story repeats itself several times and becomes tedious in some places. Since this is written for young adults, perhaps the author believes the readers won't understand the situation without extensive and detailed explanation each time the situation occurs. These minor flaws, in my opinion, don't hurt the story too much, it is still a fascinating look into Japan's rich history from a female's point of view. If you don't admire outspoken and strong opinionated women then don't pick up this series. I personally believe that everyone, male and female, can learn from this series. Have fun. I know you will enjoy.
November 14, 2016
Next
Insert strong emotion here! I am looking forward to the next installment and can't believe we are left hanging lime we are. Hope is again in imminent danger and how she is going to get out is a mystery. There are so many strings left loose that I am desperately wanting to know what happens and how it ends.
I received this book free from the author in exchange for an honest review.
Insert strong emotion here! I am looking forward to the next installment and can't believe we are left hanging lime we are. Hope is again in imminent danger and how she is going to get out is a mystery. There are so many strings left loose that I am desperately wanting to know what happens and how it ends.
I received this book free from the author in exchange for an honest review.
February 2, 2018
I received a digital copy of the exquisitely written tale of The Healer box series by C.J. Anaya. Illuminating and heartthrobing vibes were felt within the first few paragraphs. What an excellent collection of books for teens and even young adults. Throughout the series, Hope who is aptly named is portrayed as a strong-willed, selfless, caring, loving, and brave young woman will capture anyone’s heart.
Hope is on a journey of self-discovery and truth in order to find out the very essence of her being. As the story travels between present and past, it’s filled with suspense, kami, nekomata, war, confusion, epiphanies and destiny. The original prophecy is the only key that will unlock Hope, Tie and Katsu’s purpose in healing the veil. Every sentence and piece of knowledge is vital to understanding who each major character is in The Healer series.
This is my first experience with Japanese mythology and I must say it was wonderful learning beyond Roman and Greek teachings. Through Hope, the author reminds us that love can heal even the coldest of hearts, snuff out hate and any blackness with a vise grip within the center of our beings. Sacrifice is love, therefore love cannot prevail and heal the veil when there is no sacrifice to offer.
Hope is on a journey of self-discovery and truth in order to find out the very essence of her being. As the story travels between present and past, it’s filled with suspense, kami, nekomata, war, confusion, epiphanies and destiny. The original prophecy is the only key that will unlock Hope, Tie and Katsu’s purpose in healing the veil. Every sentence and piece of knowledge is vital to understanding who each major character is in The Healer series.
This is my first experience with Japanese mythology and I must say it was wonderful learning beyond Roman and Greek teachings. Through Hope, the author reminds us that love can heal even the coldest of hearts, snuff out hate and any blackness with a vise grip within the center of our beings. Sacrifice is love, therefore love cannot prevail and heal the veil when there is no sacrifice to offer.
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December 11, 2018
What a fantastic story! I am impressed with this series. Although it is a YA series, there is plenty of action and angst. This series has you traveling through time and space with the wild story line.
Hope is almost 18 and a High School student with a twist. She can heal people instantly with a thought and laying her hands on them. Two new boys starting school with her have her confused. Never having a boyfriend or even have a boy interested in her, these two are almost overpowering. Tie and Victor tell her that she is a very important person that is mentioned in a prophesy. She is to heal the veil between our world and the underworld. They tell her she is reborn from a Japanese Princess, that lived 1000 years ago. That's just the first book! The next stories explore her past life and it is not only interesting, it is full of action and mysteries. Highly recommend.
Hope is almost 18 and a High School student with a twist. She can heal people instantly with a thought and laying her hands on them. Two new boys starting school with her have her confused. Never having a boyfriend or even have a boy interested in her, these two are almost overpowering. Tie and Victor tell her that she is a very important person that is mentioned in a prophesy. She is to heal the veil between our world and the underworld. They tell her she is reborn from a Japanese Princess, that lived 1000 years ago. That's just the first book! The next stories explore her past life and it is not only interesting, it is full of action and mysteries. Highly recommend.
March 15, 2018
Good read
I love these books and they are a great read. If you love gods and goddesses this is the series for you. The first three books reel you in and keep you on the hook. I cant wait to read the 4th book in this series. I gave it 4 stars because the second book I found was hard to get into and keep going on. Its the whole back story that makes the rest of the books make sense
I love these books and they are a great read. If you love gods and goddesses this is the series for you. The first three books reel you in and keep you on the hook. I cant wait to read the 4th book in this series. I gave it 4 stars because the second book I found was hard to get into and keep going on. Its the whole back story that makes the rest of the books make sense
October 22, 2016
A ride through mediaeval Japan
The book series is a heady mix of Japanese gods, palace intrigue, mythology and warfare. It is amazing how the author came up with this heady cocktail. It reads lightly and does not bore you into skipping paragraphs. Keeps you engrossed. Looking forward to the next edition.
The book series is a heady mix of Japanese gods, palace intrigue, mythology and warfare. It is amazing how the author came up with this heady cocktail. It reads lightly and does not bore you into skipping paragraphs. Keeps you engrossed. Looking forward to the next edition.
November 5, 2020
Good Story
Orginal story, nice world building, good characters, some drama and action. The ending was abrupt and did not realize it had ended until a small portion of one of her series I love came next. Other then the ending and some wording during the time travel memory, this is a good story.
Orginal story, nice world building, good characters, some drama and action. The ending was abrupt and did not realize it had ended until a small portion of one of her series I love came next. Other then the ending and some wording during the time travel memory, this is a good story.
June 28, 2017
Great read
This box set deserves a five star rating. It is one of those stories which you can't put down. You need to know what happened. This has heroes, heroines and of course, villains.
This box set deserves a five star rating. It is one of those stories which you can't put down. You need to know what happened. This has heroes, heroines and of course, villains.
February 11, 2018
Such a huge fan of this author, if you’ve ever read any of the mortal instruments, Harry Potter or love Roman and Greek mythology this is a series for you. Definitely rereading this in the future. 👍👍
October 8, 2021
Fantastic!!
What a whirl wind of a story! Full of intrigue, mystery, love, and a smidge of revenge. Very well written so much so that I could not put it down until I had read it all the way through. Get this now!! You won't regret it.
What a whirl wind of a story! Full of intrigue, mystery, love, and a smidge of revenge. Very well written so much so that I could not put it down until I had read it all the way through. Get this now!! You won't regret it.
July 25, 2017
Great read
Couldn't put it down. Very few errors. Great twist and mostly unpredictable storyline. Can't wait to get the fourth book
Couldn't put it down. Very few errors. Great twist and mostly unpredictable storyline. Can't wait to get the fourth book
January 7, 2018
Good read!
Fantastic book that kept me turning the pages from beginning to end. Looking forward to reading the next and last book in the series.
Fantastic book that kept me turning the pages from beginning to end. Looking forward to reading the next and last book in the series.
April 2, 2018
Amazing
I love this series I can never get enough of it. I will probably read it all over again. I can’t wait to read “ The prophecy “
I love this series I can never get enough of it. I will probably read it all over again. I can’t wait to read “ The prophecy “
March 16, 2019
Awesome set.
I enjoyed reading this series very much and I look forward to reading the 4th one in this series soon.
I enjoyed reading this series very much and I look forward to reading the 4th one in this series soon.
January 19, 2020
Didn't want it to end
I loved the whole story. I was gifted with a free boxset. Loved all of it. Thank you so much
I loved the whole story. I was gifted with a free boxset. Loved all of it. Thank you so much
April 7, 2020
Amazing stories! Has everything you need in it and more. Hooked right away and kept me reading till deep in the night
April 21, 2021
You won’t be disappointed or bored
January 1, 2024
Slow start but good read.
March 5, 2017
It is a great book to read
December 5, 2016
Really good, boring, and ok.
That's my summary of the 3 books. The first one was really good. A real page Turner. The second book, to me was borring and even not needed. I skimmed it and managed to pick up the important parts. But those parts could've been within the other 2 books as flashbacks.... The 3rd book was OK. It was a carry over of book 2. Again, boring. At least the first half or so was. The last part was about present day again and was again, really good. So mixing borrowing and really good I thought OK was adequate. Was it worth a read? Considering the price...free...yeah, it was worth it. Will I read the next book? Probably. I want to find out about the best friend....not so much about "the Healer."
That's my summary of the 3 books. The first one was really good. A real page Turner. The second book, to me was borring and even not needed. I skimmed it and managed to pick up the important parts. But those parts could've been within the other 2 books as flashbacks.... The 3rd book was OK. It was a carry over of book 2. Again, boring. At least the first half or so was. The last part was about present day again and was again, really good. So mixing borrowing and really good I thought OK was adequate. Was it worth a read? Considering the price...free...yeah, it was worth it. Will I read the next book? Probably. I want to find out about the best friend....not so much about "the Healer."
December 12, 2016
A really fun read
You have to love an author that creates characters and dialog that make you laugh out loud. Can't wait to read the 4th book. Enjoy!
You have to love an author that creates characters and dialog that make you laugh out loud. Can't wait to read the 4th book. Enjoy!
January 30, 2017
Loved it!
December 24, 2021
This is a wonderful and unique series.
A Japanese fantasy young adult version of cupid and psyche set in modern times and thousands of years ago.
A Japanese fantasy young adult version of cupid and psyche set in modern times and thousands of years ago.
March 28, 2017
good read
April 9, 2017
Really enjoyed this book. Can't wait to start next book in the series. Touched me in the feels...Happy ...sad ...excited ...pissed... stressed...You name it I felt it.
April 23, 2017
Hope is a young woman with a secret; she had the ability to heal others, and helps her father, a doctor, with critical patients. She is unaware that there are those who know of her secret, including two warring gods who compete with each other for her love, and a fallen god who wants her for less-than honorable purposes. Forced into a dream-like state, she lives her life as Mikomi, princess of an empire and the Healer of the world. As Mikomi, she joins forces with a rebel group against her evil father, but falls prey to a ‘friend’ who has her own deadly secret. Finally, when the veil between life and death is weakest, Hope/Mikomi must face her fate.
The Healer (Box Set, Volumes 1 – 3) by C. J. Anaya is a three-volume set of books that follows Hope/Mikomi through her battles, physical and metaphorical, as she fights evil and finds love. I previously read book one in this set, and was impressed with the author’s plotting and facility with the prose. She’s created a strong character who, surprisingly, holds up extremely well through three books, and a fantasy/science fiction world that, while unbelievable, is acceptable.
Her treatment of Asian culture, and the melding of ancient lore with popular modern Western culture is very well done.
This is a good starter set for young adult sci-fi/fantasy fans.
The Healer (Box Set, Volumes 1 – 3) by C. J. Anaya is a three-volume set of books that follows Hope/Mikomi through her battles, physical and metaphorical, as she fights evil and finds love. I previously read book one in this set, and was impressed with the author’s plotting and facility with the prose. She’s created a strong character who, surprisingly, holds up extremely well through three books, and a fantasy/science fiction world that, while unbelievable, is acceptable.
Her treatment of Asian culture, and the melding of ancient lore with popular modern Western culture is very well done.
This is a good starter set for young adult sci-fi/fantasy fans.
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