Bøker av India Millar

Keiko's revenge on her enemies is almost complete. Like her namesake, the chameleon, she has changed herself to attract and entrap the men she seeks. Now, just one man remains unpunished. But before she can complete her vengeance, karma destroys her plans cruelly. Niko-her adopted younger sister-has been kidnapped. Keiko is sure she knows who is behind the abduction, but she cannot act alone to get Niko back. She is forced to turn to the most unlikely ally to help her-Akira, the most feared yakuza in Edo. Karma forces Keiko to change her colors to get what she wants. She has become as adaptable as the chameleon. But first and last, she is still a warrior woman of the samurai.

As Japan stands on the precipice of transformation under the new emperor's decree to bury the past, Mi finds herself torn between the relentless march of progress and her loyalty to an old friend. When a trusted confidant arrives severely wounded after participating in a rebellion against the emerging order, Mi's world is thrown into turmoil.Determined to heal her friend, Mi deploys all her formidable skills, but her impulsive decision to join him in his quest to overturn the new order unravels the life she had so carefully built. As the weight of her actions bears down upon her, she finds herself falsely imprisoned, facing the ominous specter of death.In the midst of her darkest hours, Mi comes to realize the profound wisdom of an ancient proverb-that the past is the future of the present. The echoes of history reverberate through her captivity, revealing the intricate tapestry of consequences woven by her choices and those of the society she once called home.In this gripping culmination of the series, Mi's resilience is put to the ultimate test. Join her as she navigates a landscape fraught with danger, betrayal, and political upheaval. As she confronts the consequences of her impetuous choices, the line between the past and present blurs, leaving her to grapple with the true price of redemption in a rapidly evolving Japan.

In the shadow of a poignant Japanese proverb advocating self-reliance-Rely on your own walking stick rather than people-Mi's life takes an unforeseen and harrowing turn. Overcoming the paralysis of the morning left her with a deformed leg, rendering the proverb a cruel reality. As if guided by an inexorable hand of fate, those she holds closest to her heart, one by one, betray her trust, leaving Mi to navigate a world of isolation and despair.Caught in the suffocating grip of a loveless marriage to a foreign doctor who aided her in regaining her mobility, Mi's existence mirrors that of a caged animal-trapped and yearning for freedom. The echoes of her past love and the dreams of a future once cherished are silenced by the heavy chains of her present reality.In this riveting tale of betrayal, resilience, and intrigue, Mi's journey is a testament to the enduring power of the human spirit. Join her as she navigates a treacherous landscape, where the line between friend and foe blurs, and the path to freedom is fraught with danger. Discover how one woman's unwavering determination and self-reliance can ultimately lead to her redemption and the unearthing of truths hidden in the darkest corners of society.

In the world of a Japanese proverb, the frog who resides in a well knows nothing beyond its narrow confines. Mi's life mirrored this notion until she was struck by the devastating grip of polio, thrusting her into a world of unexpected challenges. After months of grappling with fever and pain, she emerged not as a hopeless cripple, but as a survivor with a newfound purpose.Mi's story transcends the boundaries of her well-like existence, revealing a journey of resilience and transformation. In the wake of polio's relentless assault, her world seemed smaller than ever, akin to a frog trapped in a well. Yet, a twist of fate catapulted her into a vast, unfamiliar realm-a realm that threatened to engulf her entirely.Join Mi as she takes her first tentative step on a journey that defies adversity and celebrates the indomitable spirit within. In this captivating narrative, discover how Mi's determination shines brightly, even in the darkest of times.

Keiko's men are dead, slaughtered by peasants in a desperate attempt to obtain food for their starving families. She is the last of her line; without her, the noble and ancient house of Hakuseki will die. In order to try and save her family name, this noble samurai warrior woman is forced to humble herself at the feet of the local daimyo. When he ridicules her and takes the family estate for himself, the samurai code of bushido says there is only one thing left for Keiko. Vengeance. Keiko plots to take revenge for the actions of her greedy noble lord and revenge against the men who wanted to buy her and keep her as their slave. Just like the praying mantis, Keiko lures her enemies into a sense of safety before taking her revenge...

When Keiko chooses duty over love, she wonders if the code of the samurai is worth the heartache. Leaving Edo to save the life of a man she once loved, Keiko must give up everything she has worked for. She vows one day to return, but she has learned the hard lesson that the gods have a dark sense of humor.The city of Kobe seems a world away from Edo, a place where she could disappear, become whoever she wants to be, and leave the way of the samurai behind her. But the code of bushido is not so easily discarded. Even as Keiko makes new friends, new allies, and explores new dreams, her duty calls to her. Torn between a life of joy and a life of honor, Keiko knows that she can never truly have both.

Even the strongest woman has her breaking point, and Keiko has reached hers.Sick at heart and wanting only to leave her past behind her, Keiko is drawn to the sea. Seeking refuge from the world that has nearly torn her spirit apart, she boards the first ship she finds and sails away gladly from her former life.Although Keiko thinks she is done with her past life, fate has much more in store. Her ship is taken by a band of wokou-desperate pirates who will kill to gain the treasure they seek. But just like Keiko, the wokou captain hides a secret. He is a man who, like her, has walked away from his past life, and Keiko comes to believe that she has truly found a kindred spirit in this man who is not what he appears.Yet still, the gods are not ready to give Keiko the peace she craves. Once more, the way of the samurai calls to her and she has to face her greatest challenge. Only this time, love and honor are two sides of the same coin.

There are some who believe that the honor of a samurai is reserved for men.But they are wrong.Keiko was born the daughter of a samurai. But as a mere younger sister, her future was to run errands for her lovely elder sister and obey her father. Until the day it fell to her to defend the honor of her sister and her family...

Step into a mesmerizing world where history, romance, and resilience collide in The Geisha with the Green Eyes. 1850 Japan is a land shrouded in mystery, sealed from the outside world for centuries. At its heart lies Edo, home to Yoshiwara-The Floating World-a district of forbidden pleasures and exquisite artistry. Hidden within its labyrinth is the exclusive Hidden House, where only the most skilled and sought-after geisha are trained to serve Japan's elite. Among them is Midori No Me, a woman who stands apart. With her striking green eyes and heritage that bridges two worlds, Midori was born into captivity and groomed from childhood to entertain the wealthiest patrons. At thirteen, her innocence was sold to the highest bidder, a famed kabuki actor. Yet destiny wove a darker path, delivering her into the clutches of Edo's most feared yakuza. But Midori is more than a prized possession. She is a survivor. This is the story of a geisha who dared to escape the intoxicating splendor and unrelenting cruelty of Yoshiwara-a journey through betrayal, resilience, and the search for freedom. For readers of Amy Tan's The Valley of Amazement and Arthur Golden's Memoirs of a Geisha, India Millar's The Geisha with the Green Eyes weaves a tale of sensuality, strength, and unforgettable beauty. Embark on a journey through a mesmerizing historical romance unlike any other.

A new world full of beautiful possibilities, but old scars run deep. Midori No Me, renowned as the Geisha with the Green Eyes, has broken free from the clutches of the Floating World, realizing her aspirations amid a traveling kabuki troupe in the United States. Yet, the past refuses to relinquish its hold. Envy and treachery threaten to shatter the fragile peace she has painstakingly crafted. When news of her former master Akira's cruelty toward her comrades in Edo reaches her, Midori cannot turn a blind eye. Driven by compassion and resolve, she embarks on a perilous journey back to the heart of the Floating World, determined to liberate those ensnared in the same chains she once bore. The Geisha with the Green Eyes must now embrace her inner strength as The Dragon Geisha, weaving tales of resilience and redemption amidst the tangled threads of fate.

Among the enchanting world of geishas, Mineko harbored a secret unlike any other-a secret not even she fully understood. Mineko was the geisha immune to pain, a woman whose resilience defied the touch of cruelty. Yet, her invulnerability extended beyond the physical; she was also impervious to the stirrings of love, longing, and desire. Until the arrival of Ken, a Samurai whose passion kindled a fire within Mineko's unyielding heart. But their love was a forbidden flame, constrained by Mineko's servitude to Akira, the formidable yakuza master who owned them both. As Mineko's yearnings for freedom intensified, she found herself entangled in a web of secrets within the Hidden House, each revelation more sinister than the last. In this installment of the "Secrets from the Hidden House" series, Mineko's journey unravels the darkest mysteries of her sanctuary. Step into the captivating tale of The Geisha Who Could Feel No Pain, where the past and present collide in a dance of intrigue and desire.

In Japan, it is widely believed that everyone's life is bound by the red thread of their fate. The thread connects to all those we come in contact with throughout our lives. Thus, each path in life is predestined.Terue knows this. Just as she knows that one day her red thread will guide her to Kazhua, the daughter she was forced to abandon on the day of her birth in Edo's Floating World. But before she can find Kazhua, fate has much in store for Terue.Following her new husband, Lord Kyle, from the Highlands of Scotland to fight in the Crimea, Terue serves as a nurse, witnessing the horrors of the battlefield.Injured, kidnapped, and assumed dead, Terue must face the possibility that she might never see her beloved daughter or husband again…

Keiko thought she was becoming a true samurai warrior, but the loss of her sister will make her doubt everything.Keiko's revenge on her enemies is almost complete. Like the chameleon, she has changed herself to attract and entrap the men she seeks. Now, just one man remains unpunished. But before she can complete her vengeance, karma destroys her plans cruelly.Niko-her adopted younger sister-is kidnapped.Keiko is sure she knows who is behind the abduction, but she cannot act alone to get Niko back. She is forced to turn to the most unlikely ally to help her-Akira, the most feared yakuza in Edo.Putting her own desires aside, Keiko must question her own motives and role as a samurai to keep from losing the only person left in the world who loves her.

Even the strongest woman has her breaking point, and Keiko has reached hers.Sick at heart and wanting only to leave her past behind her, Keiko is drawn to the sea. Seeking refuge from the world that has nearly torn her spirit apart, she boards the first ship she finds and sails away gladly from her former life.Although Keiko thinks she is done with her past life, fate has much more in store. Her ship is taken by a band of wokou-desperate pirates who will kill to gain the treasure they seek. But just like Keiko, the wokou captain hides a secret. He is a man who, like her, has walked away from his past life, and Keiko comes to believe that she has truly found a kindred spirit in this man who is not what he appears.Yet still, the gods are not ready to give Keiko the peace she craves. Once more, the way of the samurai calls to her and she has to face her greatest challenge.Only this time, love and honor are two sides of the same coin.

Memories are gifts from the gods. But they can also be a curse…Washing up on a strange and distant shore after being swept off her ship, Keiko is given the precious opportunity to walk away from who she was and find true peace and happiness. Two things that have eluded her ever since she first took up her father's sword.But Keiko should know that she can never truly escape her past.When her new life is upended, Keiko sees that the true path of the samurai is one that she can never run away from. It is only through vengeance that can she ever hope to find peace for her troubled soul.

There are some who believe that the honor of a samurai is reserved for men. But they are wrong.Keiko was born the daughter of a samurai. But as a mere younger sister, her future was to run errands for her lovely elder sister and obey her father.Until the day her brother thought it would be amusing to teach Keiko the way of an onna-bugeisha-a warrior woman of the samurai.As a samurai, Keiko finds a new place in the world. One where it suddenly falls on her to defend the honor of her family.After her sister is disgraced, Keiko travels to the Floating World, Edo's pleasure district, not only for vengeance, but for her first taste of the world outside her home.

Alone in the world, one woman must use her sword to seek revenge…After Keiko finds herself alone, it is up to her to save her family name and honor.But she is still only a woman.After humbling herself to her daimyo and begs him to restore her birthright, she is met with only ridicule and watches as the man takes her family lands for himself. According to the samurai code of bushido, there is only one thing left for Keiko.Vengeance.Keiko plots to take revenge for the actions of her greedy noble lord and revenge against the men who wanted to buy her and keep her as their slave.Just like the praying mantis, Keiko lures her enemies into a sense of safety before taking her revenge…

At the end of the beginning, and the beginning of the end, a journey will come full circle…When Keiko suffers a terrible, personal loss, she believes that she has been reduced to nothing and can no longer wield her samurai sword. In order to survive, she is forced to become little more than a beggar, a humiliating ending for a woman who once inspired legends.But fate still has her own plans for Keiko's future.After traveling the world, and living a hundred different lives, Keiko finds herself right back where she started, and the answers she seeks waiting for her right where her journey first began.

Men speak of sacrifice, but only a woman who has lost everything truly knows what the word means.It is said that the gods become offended when mere humans try to usurp their supremacy in directing earthly affairs. Keiko learns this in a way that leaves her with nothing but crushing grief.To catch a traitor, Keiko must lower herself to serve the man who betrayed her, forced to become his slave. When she loses the thing that has come to mean more to her than anything else in the world, she does not know if she can-or should-continue fighting. If life is only suffering, she would rather die an honorable death.She is alone, abandoned by the world, and it is only by the strangest twist of fate that a figure from her past returns and promises to help her turn disaster into triumph.But will the cost be worth it?

Terue. The girl who was plucked from obscurity to become the most sought after geisha in Edo's Floating World. The geisha who was so beautiful and talented that one of the richest nobles in Japan desired her as his wife.But Terue wanted more from life, and was willing to risk everything to get it. Pregnant with her lover's child and knowing that the disgrace would mean certain death for both her and her unborn child, Terue makes the devastating choice to flee Japan on the day her daughter - Kazhua, The Geisha with the Green Eyes - was born and changes both their destinies forever.