Secret Keeping Sakura — S.J. Pajonas

Keeping secrets is this cherry tree's job. But when Mieko's mother dies of a stroke, Mieko must face harsh truths.

How will the tree divulge her mom's past without breaking its vows?

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Shhh… Listen To The Gods.

The Japanese believe the gods live in all things. Trees, appliances, animals, buildings -- they all have a spirit living within them. Maybe, if you listen carefully, you can hear them too.

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SECRET KEEPING SAKURA is a short story at 11,000 words. ALL Kami No Sekai short stories are stand-alone and can be read in any order. Book Number only indicates order in which it was published.