Hyo and the Deep-Rooted Demon

A breathtaking YA mystery fantasy, illustrated with stunning Japanese-inspired artwork, perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, Xiran Jay Zhao and R.F. Kuang. "A vividly imagined fantasy like no other.

With a plot that keeps twisting, Hyo will satisfy both the mystery and anime fans alike." - Eliza Chan, author of Fathomfolk Meet the Hakai Family Hellmakers: Purveyors of artisan hells and unlucky days to inflict upon your enemies. They'll make it personal... But for a price! Onogoro is in the middle of electing a new chief - but, as the deadline looms, a sword-wielding serial killer comes to town.

Hyo, busy trying to solve a kidnapping mystery, soon crosses paths with the serial killer himself, who reveals a sinister conspiracy with the future of the island at stake. Promising vengeance, Hyo embarks on her strangest special commission yet - and learns more about the powers of being a Hellmaker... * The second YA fantasy from author and illustrator Mina Ikemoto Ghosh.