Kamizen: Fortress of Lost Memories

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What is Kamizen: Fortress of Lost Memories about?

Twelve-year-old Jonty is spending a dull summer caring for his grandfather, whose memories are fading. Then a talking bonobo leads him through a Japanese Memory gate into Firenzo, a magical world in the sky. To recover precious memories from his grandfather’s past, Jonty must face dangerous trials and mischievous yōkai. But an evil crew of sky pirates is determined to destroy the memories forever. With the wadokei clock counting down, Jonty must find courage before time runs out.

About the author

William Yamaguchi Dobson is a children’s author who grew up in Japan and now writes exciting fantasy adventures. He loves Japanese folklore, manga and stories filled with wonder. His debut book, Kamizen: Fortress of Lost Memories, takes readers on a magical journey where legends, friendship and bravery come to life. William also enjoys recommending brilliant books to young readers, especially tales with the imaginative feeling of Studio Ghibli. His stories invite children to explore, dream and discover new worlds.