Alone.

Misunderstood.

Rejected.

In an exotic new world where ancestral spirits awaken and ancient forbidden sorcery pulses through a land crying out for its rightful heir. Yasuke -- the lone samurai returns to his homeland on the brink of collapse. Yet, each step towards his destiny brings new enemies from the shadows, forcing him to form an unexpected alliance with the captivating African princess, Danai. Her formidable strength challenges every samurai code that has guarded his heart through years of isolation.

Facing her own dilemma, Princess Danai wrestles with an impossible decision of sacrificing her freedom in a marriage of duty, to save her people from her brother's tyranny. Or follow her heart toward the very man fated to kill her brother -- her only sibling.

In these pages of The Lion and The Sakura where fantasy meets history. Dark magic and romance intertwine with the struggle for identity, love and belonging. As Yasuke and Princess Danai navigate their destinies, they confront the question that haunts us all.

Where do I truly belong?

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• Science Fiction & FantasyFantasyHistorical
• Science Fiction & FantasyFantasySword & Sorcery
• RomanceEnemies to Lovers

• Publication Date: November 11, 2025
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• Print Length: 381 Pages
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