A Kagawa Iyashikei Novel
 
Summer on the Inland Sea a  Kasashima Morning's Book 1
 
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Synopsis 
 
The summer winds arrive on the island of Kasashima, a place slowly fading like a receding tide. Riku works at his family’s bakery that has stood since the Taisho age, a place that has held firm as the seasons turn and the eras change. Yet, as the once-vibrant streets quieten and the tide pulls out, can he keep his family's legacy alive for another generation?
 
As the cicadas begin their summer chorus, Fiona arrives on Kasashima in search of a quiet island life. A place where the old gods still sing their ancient songs among the winding Edo streets. On the shimmering islands of the Seto Inland Sea, Riku, Fiona, and their close-knit group of friends, both local and foreign, find that community is the one thing that can anchor a place in time and forge a future for the next generation to call home.
 
Book Details 
 
1st Edition Release Date: December 30, 2025
2nd Edition Release Date: May 15th 2026
Kobo ID: 1230009462465
Google ID: GGKEY:Z51G1KZ3AKG
Barnes and Noble ID: 2940184989068
Barnes and Noble Press Paperbook ISBN: 9798256357375
Barnes and Noble Press Hardcover ISBN: 9798256365806
Apple ID: 6758930926
Language: English
Cover Design: Getcovers
 
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May 15th, 2026: The 2nd edition has been released for free as a file update to the existing book listing on all retailers. This update provides deeper world-building, improved writing, and a longer reading experience. No new characters or major story beat changes have been added to this 2nd edition. To find out how to update your file, please reach out to the store where you purchased the book. 
 
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