Series

Tales of the Otori series in reading order

There are 2 books in the Tales of the Otori series.

Published between 2003 and 2019. The publication order differs from the reading order — both are below.

Sixteen-year-old Takeo, sole survivor of his family's massacre, possesses the supernatural skills of the Tribe—including the ability to cross the legendary nightingale floor that sings at every footfall. Adopted by Lord Otori, he's drawn into a world of clan warfare, forbidden love, and revenge. Hea

All 4 books, in reading order

• 1. Across the Nightingale Floor: Tales of the Otori (2019) — Lian Hearn · 320 pages
• 2. Grass for His Pillow (2003) — Lian Hearn · 333 pages
• 3. Brilliance of the Moon (2004) — Kevin Gray / Aiko Nakasone / Lian Hearn
• 4. The Harsh Cry of the Heron (2006) — Lian Hearn · 744 pages

Tales of the Otori in publication order

1. Grass for His Pillow (2003) — Lian Hearn
2. Brilliance of the Moon (2004) — Kevin Gray / Aiko Nakasone / Lian Hearn
3. The Harsh Cry of the Heron (2006) — Lian Hearn
4. Across the Nightingale Floor: Tales of the Otori (2019) — Lian Hearn

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