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| Original Title | 小説 不如帰 |
|---|---|
| Author | 徳冨 蘆花 |
| Genre | Popular Fiction |
| Author Type | Male Author |
| Summary | Eighteen-year-old Nami-ko, weary from a difficult childhood, finds a fleeting haven in her marriage to the spirited naval officer Takeo. But their newfound happiness is shattered when a grave illness takes hold, transforming her delicate health into a weapon in the hands of her formidable mother-in-law. With Takeo dispatched to war, Nami-ko is left to face a relentless campaign of societal pressure and family disapproval. Caught between traditional duty and profound love, Takeo battles for his nation while Nami-ko fights for her very existence. Can their bond withstand the unseen forces threatening to sever their ties, or will the harsh realities of a rigid world prove too powerful for a love so fiercely held |
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