Jakai and Chaiku are unified under one rule, but the dangers don't end there in the first issue of Moon and Star 's sequel and the next book in the Jakai Chronicles. A fantasy retelling of Japanese and world history and when civilizations collided for the first time in centuries. The saga continues in... Culture and War . The battle of Kyotomo and Azulama's defeat at the hands of Kaito is losing its importance. Both swords of immense power are in Kaito's possession and only he can control them. Jakai and Chaiku are experiencing a golden age, but at a cost, no one alive knows anything about it. Not even Kaito—the ruler of both Chaiku and Jakai. History and Truth Blur News of a revived slave trade disturbs Kaito, but not as much as the voice and Azulama's last words. "You worship a false god." When he finds out the voice's identity, Kaito's world will not only turn upside down but also reverses. This serialized fantasy adventure with easter eggs for fans of Japanese and Chinese history, Culture and War digs deep into historical events while still maintaining continuity with Moon and Star will make you want to know more about what's true and where it comes from. Its alternate history meets fantasy that "stands up with the likes of RF Kuang ... and Evan Winters." —Alalhambra Book Reviews