Romantic Fantasy Novel ‘Water Moon’ Tries to Do Too Much

Samantha Sotto Yambao’s ‘Water Moon’ attempts to blend magical realism, surrealism, and romantasy into one story, but the result is disappointingly chaotic.
Romantic Fantasy Novel ‘Water Moon’ Tries to Do Too Much
"Water Moon" by Samantha Sotto Yambao.
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At a small Japanese pawnshop, nothing is as it seems. Each visitor crossing its threshold is thrown into a state of confusion. Each could’ve sworn they were waiting in line at a notable ramen restaurant in Tokyo but somehow ended up in this place.

The pawnshop’s warm, welcoming proprietor, Ishikawa Toshio, invites his baffled visitors to sit for tea. His young daughter, Hana, hovers in the back of the shop, ready to assist if necessary.

Adam H. Douglas
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Adam H. Douglas is an award-winning full-time freelance writer and author of over 20 years. His work has appeared internationally in publications, including Forbes, Business Insider, MyPerfectMortgage, and many more. His creative works tend toward speculative fiction and horror fantasy. He lives in beautiful Prince Edward Isand, Canada with his wife of 30 years and his dogs and kitties.