Eagle-boy Akira must find a way to live as a human in the chaotic world of Meiji-era Japan. Toki-girl Azuki and her brother, Sparrow-boy Shota join with Western Dragon Prince Irtysh to try to help Akira as Irtysh pursues his own agenda of winning the heart of a dual-natured Eastern Dragon Princess. Can these unlikely allies help each other soar?
Japan, 1875-6. Toki-Girl Azuki has found another dual-natured bird-human: Eagle-Boy Akira from far-away Hokkaido. He wants to join her family and friends but can he find a way to live as a human in a changing society where individual lives and wishes count for little?
Sparrow-Boy Shota knows what he wants but increasing responsibilities mean he must leave behind what he loves, to assume duties he can't escape. How can he help Akira when he doesn't know how to help himself?
Western Dragon Prince Irtysh is falling in love, but she's not only an Eastern Dragon, she's dual-natured! How can he possibly win her heart?
Will these unlikely allies find a way to help each other soar?
The Eagle and the Sparrow is the seventh in the enchanting Toki-Girl and Sparrow-Boy historical fantasy series. If you like compelling characters and tumultuous times mixed with enthralling Japanese folklore, you won't want to miss Claire Youmans' powerful tale of the Meiji Era.
