Tokyo Dreaming A Novel
Tokyo Dreaming A Novel by Emiko Jean, published by Flatiron Books on May 31, 2022, is a continuation of the story of Japanese-American Izumi Tanaka, who unexpectedly discovers her royal lineage as the daughter of the Crown Prince of Japan. In this 336-page novel, Izumi navigates the complexities of her new life, facing challenges from family dynamics, media scrutiny, and the expectations of royal life. As she embraces her identity, she also grapples with the pressures that come with it, including her parents’ engagement and the implications of her own romantic relationship.
Readers will find a narrative that explores themes of family, identity, and the balance between personal desires and societal expectations. As Izumi strives to support her parents’ engagement amidst opposition from the Imperial Household Council, she must also confront her own aspirations and the sacrifices that may come with her role as a princess. This edition delves into the intricacies of multicultural experiences and the journey of self-discovery, set against the backdrop of both Japan and the United States.
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Return to Tokyo for a royal wedding in Emiko Jean’s New York Times bestseller Tokyo Dreaming, the sequel to beloved rom-com Tokyo Ever After!
When Japanese-American Izumi Tanaka learned her father was the Crown Prince of Japan, she became a princess overnight. Now, she’s overcome conniving cousins, salacious press, and an imperial scandal to finally find a place she belongs. She has a perfect bodyguard turned boyfriend. Her stinky dog, Tamagotchi, is living with her in Tokyo. Her parents have even rekindled their college romance and are engaged. A royal wedding is on the horizon! Izumi’s life is a Tokyo dream come true. Only. . .
Her parents’ engagement hits a brick wall. The Imperial Household Council refuses to approve the marriage citing concerns about Izumi and her mother’s lack of pedigree. And on top of it all, her bodyguard turned boyfriend makes a shocking decision about their relationship. At the threat of everything falling apart, Izumi vows to do whatever it takes to help win over the council. Which means upping her newly acquired princess game.
But at what cost? Izumi will do anything to help her parents achieve their happily ever after, but what if playing the perfect princess means sacrificing her own? Will she find a way to forge her own path and follow her heart?
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