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"e;A wonderful tale of lust, love, and Japanese culture…Blood Stained Tea impressed me from the very first chapter."e; —Elisa Rolle, host of the Rainbow Awards A bloody past haunts him, and a devastating present is the only thing that can bring him back…Nao hides from his violent past in the Yakuza, the Japanese mob, by opening a teahouse in Japan's cultural center, Kyoto and keeping Japanese traditions alive. His past comes flooding back when he discovers a gravely injured man with a tattooed chest, a bloody knife, and a Korean business card.Saehyun would've died if not for Nao's help. He knows nothing of his savior's connection with the Japanese mafia, but Saehyun has his own secrets. He commands the Korean mafia, the mortal enemy of Nao's former syndicate, and they're infiltrating Kyoto one ward at a time.As Nao and Saehyun grow closer, so does the strength of the Korean mob. A shocking murder pulls Nao back into a past he'd all but abandoned. War is looming, and Nao must choose between protecting Saehyun or avenging the honor of his old mafia family.The Yakuza Path: Blood Stained Tea is the first book in a series of Japanese mafia thrillers. If you like complex characters, blood-soaked violence, and twists you won't see coming, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's gritty crime masterpiece. Don't miss the full Yakuza Path series:Blood Stained TeaBetter Than SuicideOne Thousand CranesThe Deafening SilenceFlowers of Flesh and BloodWrapped in ScreamsPrelude to Decay

2017 Rainbow Award honorable mention "e;A wonderful tale of lust, love, and the Japanese culture."e;A bag of drugs. A twisted cop. A mob on the verge of self-destruction…Nao Murata is the new Godfather of the Matsukawa syndicate. When Detective Yamada confronts Nao over a dead drug dealer, the Nao knows his organization isn't responsible. The Matsukawa doesn't deal drugs… or does it?When Nao discovers drugs in a locker owned by his syndicate, he no longer knows who to trust. With the police bearing down on the Matsukawa, Nao must make unlikely allies to find out the truth. Can he discover who is betraying him before time runs out, or will everyone suffer for a crime he didn't commit?Better Than Suicide is the second book in a Japanese mafia thriller series. If you like complex plots, gripping suspense, and splash of gay romance, then you'll love the next installment in Amy Tasukada's Yakuza Path series.Buy Better Than Suicide to start the race against the clock today! Don't miss the full Yakuza Path series:Blood Stained TeaBetter Than SuicideOne Thousand CranesThe Deafening SilenceFlowers of Flesh and BloodWrapped in Screams

An anime fanboy. An erotic voice actor. Will their secrets overwhelm their love?Sato doesn't get out much. The anime company accountant spends his days at a desk and his nights working on his own small-scale robots. His geeky life is like a dream, but it has just one piece missing…The world only knows Aoi for his moans. The erotic voice actor has legions of fangirls obsessed with his gasps of simulated ecstasy. And his new boyfriend Sato can barely handle the attention.As Aoi's popularity rises and secrets about his past begin to reveal themselves, can the accountant and the voice actor rise above their problems to create something real?Year One is a short story anthology collection unlike anything you've ever read. If you like geeky settings, and sweet romance, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's slice-of-life story.Buy Year One to start the lighthearted love story today!

A robot fanboy. An erotic voice actor. When love comes calling, will they shed their armor?Sato's only long-term relationship is the one he shares with his Gundam collectibles. He dreams about the kind of unconditional love his parents enjoy. If only he could break out of his shell, he might find his special someone…Outgoing playboy Aoi has sworn off relationships. He knows they only distract him from his budding voice acting career. He's earned a few loyal fans, and if he keeps at it, he may even earn enough to never worry about being evicted again…When Sato meets Aoi at the local anime store, there's definitely a spark. But even as they tread carefully, their commitment issues and Aoi's troubled past soon muck things up before they can start. In order for Sato and Aoi to have their happily-ever-after, they'll both have to take a leap of faith… and hope to be caught.Would It Be Okay to Love You? is the first book in a gay romance series set in Japan. If you like original characters, nerd culture, and simmering chemistry, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's charming multicultural love story.Buy the book to get your own love collectable today!Don't miss the full Would it be Okay to love you? series:Would it be Okay to Love you?Year OneHappy Merry ChristmasYear TwoYear Three

Will they ever get the Christmas of their dreams?Aoi can't wait for his first Christmas Eve with Sato. The erotic voice actor Aoi wants nothing more than to share the Japanese tradition of having a KFC chicken dinner with his boyfriend.When Aoi is offered an incredible gig that would finally earn him enough money to move in with Sato, he takes it without thinking. He fails to realize that the job could cause him to miss spending Christmas Eve with Sato altogether…Sato's counting down the seconds to his Christmas Eve with Aoi. He's even planning a big surprise with a present from Santa. There's only one problem: he can't find the perfect gift, and Christmas is fast approaching.Just when everything falls into place for Aoi and Sato, they must overcome their greatest challenge yet: learning to be there for each other, even when countless obstacles are keeping them apart.Happy Merry Christmas is a sweet romance. If you like heart-warming characters, romance that makes you smile, and a pinch of holiday drama, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's tale of Christmas joy.Buy Happy Merry Christmas to feel the holiday love today!Don't miss the full Would it be Okay to love you? series:Would it be Okay to Love you?Year OneHappy Merry ChristmasYear TwoYear Three

When a body goes missing, a young Yakuza's life hangs in the balance…Aki Hisona's latest promotion is a cause for celebration. But because his new job is working as the personal secretary for the Yakuza's Kyoto-based godfather, it's also a cause for dangerous envy. He takes an invitation from a friend for congratulatory drinks, but Aki never thought the night would end with a deadly knife fight…Aki is tasked with disposing of his friend's corpse, but there's one problem: the body is missing. As body parts surface around town, it's only a matter of time before the police piece together the clues. But keeping one step ahead of the cops may not matter if Aki can't solve the mystery before his cold, unforgiving godfather boss does…The Yakuza Path: One Thousand Cranes is a pulse-pounding standalone thriller in the ongoing series of Japanese mafia stories. If you like gritty settings, page-turning whodunits, and accurate portrayals of Kyoto traditions, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's gripping tale. Buy One Thousand Cranes to pledge your reader loyalty today! Don't miss the full Yakuza Path series:Blood Stained TeaBetter Than SuicideOne Thousand CranesThe Deafening SilenceFlowers of Flesh and BloodWrapped in ScreamsPrelude to Decay

An ex-playboy. A robot geek. Can their love last when the whole world finds out?Robot fanboy Sato has spent too much time alone hiding the love of his life. But when Sato comes out to his parents, it doesn't end well. He no longer wants to conceal their relationship, but he doubts his boyfriend is ready.Aoi might spend all day moaning as an erotic voice actor, but he doubts his legion of fangirls will approve if he comes out. With his career on the line, Aoi feels like Sato has pushed him to the breaking point.As Sato opens up to more people about his sexuality, can they find a compromise that will make them both happy, or will it be too much for Aoi?Year Two is the fourth book in the gay romance series Would It Be Okay to Love You? If you like Japanese culture and sizzling romance, you'll love this year-in-the-life anthology collection.Buy Year Two to confess your love today!

An unproven alliance. A broken promise. A mafia boss must shed blood to secure peace… Nao Murata is on the verge of brokering peace between his syndicate and the  Mafufugumi mob. To seal the deal, he'll need to pick up Russian prostitutes to appease his newest ally. When the exchange goes sour, both sides draw blades and Nao has no choice but to care for a blood-soaked enemy. If the man doesn't make it through the night, Nao and his crew will pay with their lives. Outnumbered and stranded in enemy territory, Nao is forced to fight his way out before the Mafufugumi Godfather takes the deal off the table. As his wounded enemy's heartbeat slows, Nao must act fast or condemn his syndicate to a brutal war. The Yakuza Path: The Deafening Silence is the fourth book in a series of Japanese mafia thrillers. If you like twisty action, authentic settings, and a touch of gay romance, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's pulse-pounding series. Buy The Deafening Silence to immerse yourself in a bloody mafia tale today!Don't miss the full Yakuza Path series: Blood Stained TeaBetter Than SuicideOne Thousand CranesThe Deafening SilenceFlowers of Flesh and BloodWrapped in ScreamsPrelude to Decay

Kyoto—beautiful, tragic, and for Nao Murata—deadly.Nao Murata never anticipated stumbling upon a stranger on the brink of death would thrust him back into a world he'd long ago left in his past. Now, he's back among the ranks of the Yakuza, fighting for both his life and his honor. Struggling against older members undermining him at every turn, Nao must navigate the dark and gritty criminal underworld discovering who he can trust, and who is hell-bent on betraying him.Aki Hisona jumped to the top ranks of the syndicate when he gained favor with Nao, but it left animosity brewing among his would-be friends.  When an assassination attempt disguised as a celebration leaves Aki with blood on his hands, he isn't certain how Nao will react. Will he lose his rank, his life? Or worse…he might lose the chance to ever have Nao return his affection.All the while, the Korean mafia are deadlier than ever. Having ruthlessly killed the Godfather of the Matsukawa syndicate once, they're now determined to murder the newest in line. Nao may have survived them once. They won't let him out of their sights again.Discover how much blood is hiding underneath Kyoto's cherry blossoms in this shocking and brilliant four-book box set today!Don't miss the full Yakuza Path series:Blood Stained TeaBetter Than SuicideOne Thousand CranesThe Deafening SilenceFlowers of Flesh and BloodWrapped in ScreamsPrelude to Decay

A killer. A traitor. A deadly war that could take their love and their lives…Ruling the Kyoto yakuza makes Nao Murata a perpetual target, especially with the Koreans encroaching into their territory. An attempt on his life at his mafia headquarters crosses a line. Setting up his beloved ally Aki as the would-be assassin crosses another. Nao knows the only way to save his friend's life is to sever their growing bond and force Aki to fake his own death…But Aki Hisona refuses to stay dead. Determined to expose Nao's would-be assassin and save the man he loves, Aki goes deep undercover in the Korean underworld. But when he's asked to prove his loyalty, he risks becoming caught in a web of his own lies…With Aki gone and the Kyoto mafia in grave danger, Nao fears his trust in others could be fatal.Will Nao and Aki find the traitor in time, or will Nao's rule end in bloody chaos?Flowers of Flesh and Blood is the powerful fifth installment of The Yakuza Path thriller series. If you like gritty Japanese crime, richly nuanced characters, and slow-burning gay romance, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's high-octane novel.Buy Flowers of Flesh and Blood to slice into the Japanese underworld today!Don't miss the full Yakuza Path series:Blood Stained TeaBetter Than SuicideOne Thousand CranesThe Deafening SilenceFlowers of Flesh and BloodWrapped in ScreamsPrelude to Decay

A struggling artist. A devoted son. Will they sacrifice everything for forbidden desire? Kyoto, Japan. Iroha is sick of his boyfriends only dating him to get closer to his famous artistic sister. Shelving his own creative ambitions to run a mafia-funded gallery, he seeks comfort in a fake relationship at an exclusive host club. But when he sets eyes on the outlandishly dressed Kenta, something real stirs in his heart.Kenta works hard to keep his place as a top-five host at the exclusive Aphrodite's Castle club. Though it's put a damper on his love life, the lucrative gig earns him more than enough to support his elderly parents. But when he breaks the rules and falls for the enigmatic Iroha, his income plummets and jeopardizes his family's welfare. Heedless of the consequences, Iroha and Kenta plunge into a passionate affair. But the shadow of Iroha's creative failure threatens to break them apart. And when trouble pulls Kenta back home, the rift between them becomes a chasm. Can Iroha and Kenta find a common canvas to paint their perfect picture of devotion? Finding Our Love is the delightful first novel in the Aphrodite's Castle Host Club MM contemporary romance series. If you like caring men, Japanese culture, and the quest for happiness, you'll adore Amy Tasukada's heartwarming tale. Buy Finding Our Love to enjoy passion's delicate brush today!

A gunshot. A bloody note. And a relationship that might not survive…Now that the war with the Korean syndicate is behind him, all Nao Murata wants is a vacation and a chance to nurture his new relationship with Aki Hisona. They can punish those who abandoned the family later.After six weeks trapped in a hospital bed, a quiet vacation is the last thing Aki wants. Ready to prove himself to Nao and the rest of the family, Aki's desperate for some action. And not just the Yakuza kind…When Aki hears a gunshot, he knows the dust has far from settled. Nao says it can wait, but Aki's unable to understand why they can't tie up those loose ends.Between Aki's constant pushing and Nao's uncompromising focus on what he thinks is best for them both, are they too stubborn for their fragile relationship to last?Find out in The Yakuza Path: Wrapped in Screams, the sixth installment of The Yakuza Path thriller series. If you like gritty Japanese crime, complex characters, and a high dose of gay romance, then you'll love Amy Tasukada's latest novel.Buy Wrapped in Screams to get your taste of romantic revenge today!Don't miss the full Yakuza Path series:Blood Stained TeaBetter Than SuicideOne Thousand CranesThe Deafening SilenceFlowers of Flesh and BloodWrapped in ScreamsPrelude to Decay