Rainshadow Orphans Trilogy

A stolen dragon pearl. A city ruled by criminals. And a group of unlikely heroes about to change the fate of an empire.

Welcome to Rainshadow City.

A dazzling metropolis where ancient magic collides with cutting-edge technology, dragons soar above neon-lit streets, Sun Spirits wander unseen, and powerful criminal syndicates control everything from the shadows.

For Toshiko, Jun, and Mei Kawakami, survival means living outside the law. Bound together by loyalty rather than blood, they are united by a single goal: avenging the murder of the woman who raised them.

For Haru, heir to the Archipelago's throne, life is no easier. Destined to inherit a corrupt empire, he finds himself drawn instead to the mysterious Sun Spirits only he can see.

And for Theo, an immigrant trapped in the service of the ruthless Lucky Crows gang, every day is a struggle to stay alive.

When Toshiko steals a priceless dragon pearl from the leader of the Lucky Crows, their lives collide in ways none of them could have imagined. As gang wars erupt, ancient powers awaken, and long-buried secrets emerge, they are swept into a race that will determine the future of Rainshadow City—and the entire Archipelago.

Epic, immersive, and impossible to stop listening to, The Rainshadow Orphans is the thrilling first book in a brand-new fantasy trilogy inspired by Japanese folklore, Studio Ghibli, cyberpunk adventure, and unforgettable found-family storytelling.

Perfect for listeners who love richly imagined worlds, morally complex characters, dragons, magic, political intrigue, and high-stakes adventure.

A breathtaking new fantasy series begins here.