This book seems to be a fascinating fairy tale in which Keishin and Hana bring together the factual and an intensely mythical, imaginary world, both rooted in the Japanese culture. Through a multitude of twists and turns their quest becomes a young adult love story, with a hint of symbolism. Cleverly composed, it has a feelgood vibe, but it is also a real 'Watermoon', so tantalising your soul aches for it, but can you reach it?
When Keishin asked her why she like painting reflections, she told him that it was because the most desirable things were the ones you could see, but never touch. Keishin crouched by the small moon floating in the puddle and wondered if it longed for the sky. His reflection stared back at him from the water, looking more trapped than content.
Keishin got to his feet and looked at the coin in his hand. He tossed logic and the coin into the air and, for the first time, surrendered one of the most important choices of his life to fate. 'Heads' ...
