Ink and Ashes

Marc Notes: When Japanese American Claire Takata finds out that her deceased father was once a member of the yakuza, a Japanese crime syndicate, danger enters her life that could end up killing someone--; Provided by publisher. Publisher Marketing: Claire Takata has never known much about her father, who passed away ten years ago. But on the anniversary of his death, she finds a letter from her deceased father to her stepfather. Before now, Claire never had a reason to believe they even knew each other. Struggling to understand why her parents kept this surprising history hidden, Claire combs through anything that might give her information about her father . . . until she discovers that he was a member of the yakuza, a Japanese organized crime syndicate. The discovery opens a door that should have been left closed. The race to outrun her father s legacy reveals secrets of his past that cast ominous shadows, threatening Claire, her friends and family, her newfound love, and ultimately her life. Winner of Tu Books New Visions Award, Ink and Ashes is a fascinating debut novel packed with romance, intrigue, and heart-stopping action." Review Citations: Kirkus Reviews 04/15/2015 (EAN 9781620142110, Hardcover) - *Starred Review Romantic Times 06/01/2015 pg. 62 (EAN 9781620142110, Hardcover) School Library Journal 05/01/2015 pg. 114 (EAN 9781620142110, Hardcover)