momo arashima steals the sword of the wind

Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind: A Thrilling Fantasy Adventure

**Prepare to be whisked away on a captivating journey through Japanese folklore and mythical creatures in Misa Sugiura's debut novel, *Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind*. This action-packed adventure is perfect for young readers aged 9 and up, especially those who adore *Skandar and the Unicorn Thief*, *Dragon Mountain*, and *Mia and the Lightcasters*.**

An Ordinary Life… Until It’s Not

Momo Arashima yearns for a simple existence. She cares for her mother and tries to navigate the teasing of her classmates who scoff at her fascination with the magical stories her mother used to tell her. However, Momo’s ordinary life is shattered when a fearsome death hag attacks her. Suddenly, the fantastical tales become reality.

Momo learns that her mother is a Shinto goddess, once the guardian of the passageway to Yomi, the land of the dead. This perilous gateway is now under siege, threatening to unleash a horde of malevolent spirits onto the world. Momo, along with her talking fox companion Niko and her former best friend Danny, is thrust into a desperate fight against unimaginable evil.

A Heroine Unleashed

Can Momo embrace her dual identity as a human and a goddess? Can she unlock her hidden powers to banish the demons back to Yomi and save humanity from annihilation? This thrilling adventure will have you rooting for Momo as she faces perilous trials and battles against terrifying creatures, all while discovering the true meaning of courage, family, and self-acceptance.

Reviews:

**“If you love books with action, adventure and a heartwarming spirit, as well as many twists and turns as a bowl of ramen, this book is absolutely perfect for you.” - Amaya, aged 10, LoveReading4Kids reviewer**

**“I loved this funny, complex and exciting story! The action never stops as the author brilliantly blends adventure with Japanese folklore to deliver a barnstorming novel, with themes of adventure, family and identity.” - School librarian, Reading Zone reviewer**

**“Misa Sugiura's *Momo Arashima Steals the Sword of the Wind* has all the hallmarks of a fantasy classic… edge-of-your-seat energetic, with comic moments and emotional depth.” - LoveReading4Kids reviewer**

**This captivating story blends action, humor, and heart in a thrilling adventure you won't want to miss. Join Momo as she embarks on a journey to save the world and discover her true destiny.**