One of the best ways to learn about a place is to read a novel set in that city or country. My novel, Shadow Emperor, is set in Tokyo for the most part and brings alive that great city.
The novel was optioned by Hollywood but unfortunately, wasn’t made into a movie.
It’s available on Amazon and Apple Books.
Below are quotes from reviews of Shadow Emperor:
-“(Shadow Emperor) weaves a tale of intrigue and suspense…the action begins in the first few pages.” The Star, Malaysia
-“Fast-paced, thoroughly absorbing, entertaining and enthralling. Holburt uses a rich historical background to inject power and excitement into his modern-day narrative. There’s an infusion of mysticism and the supernatural which injects an added aura of mystery to the already suspenseful tale. The last sentence imparts a final shock. Should not be missed by true thriller fans. A must-buy!” New Straits Times, Malaysia
-“The plot never stalls. The book is hard to put down because something might happen when you least expect it.” Bamboo Telegraph, Singapore
-“Imperial Japanese potboiler with Indiana Jones feel…in the vein of James Clavell and Clive Cussler. Moves at a brisk pace.” Straits Times, Singapore
-“A ripping yarn. Yakuza kingpin Yugao acts to restore what his ancestors lost 600 years ago in a civil war – the throne of Japan. Hiring ex-SAS commando Hugh Scott to steal the sacred regalia that would make any man emperor of Japan, Yugao triggers a chain of events that sends Japan spiralling into chaos. A great read.” The Expat Magazine, Singapore
-“The action, intrigue and suspense never stops. Holburt artfully contrasts the beauty and serenity of Japanese gardens and the exquisite order of the ancient tea ceremony with the squalor, noise and chaos of gambling dens, brothels and bars…International politics and tensions between Eastern and Western cultures add another dimension to the story. Made for the silver screen.” The Singapore American
-“A Robert Ludlum-esque thriller.” I-S Magazine, Singapore
-“One can imagine (Shadow Emperor) being turned into an action-packed film such as Black Rain.” Asiaweek, Hong Kong-based regional publication
-“For those who enjoy the likes of Mission Impossible.” Media Mail, Singapore
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