Water Moon by Samantha sotto yambao
Book Overview
In the hidden backstreets of Tokyo lies a mysterious pawnshop that only the lost can find — a place where people come to “sell” their deepest regrets and life choices. When Hana Ishikawa inherits this enigmatic shop, she awakens on her first day to a shocking scene: the shop has been ransacked, its most precious acquisition stolen, and her father has vanished without a trace.
Left with little choice, Hana joins forces with Keishin, a charming young physicist who seems more curious than confused by the pawnshop’s magic. Together, they must traverse an otherworldly realm filled with rain-kissed streets, paper cranes that carry travelers, bridges between midnight and dawn, and a night market floating in the clouds — all in pursuit of the missing choice and Hana’s father.
Water Moon is a story of self-discovery, love, fate, and the invisible ties that bind us to the choices we make and those we leave behind. Its poetic world-building and emotional resonance make it a captivating pick for fans of cozy fantasy, magical realism, and heartfelt adventure.