Description:

Emily Kane studied martial arts for as long as she can remember. But she never really thought she was going to have to use them.

When covert operatives attack her home, her family goes into hiding, but she refuses. She stays behind, determined to finish high school and face whatever may come, on her own if necessary.

Review

"Girl Fights Back quickly captured my attention. The plot is fast paced and full of adventure. You don't have to be into karate or martial arts to enjoy the book. It is a light read intended for young adults. It is never predictable. The author obviously did research on elements of Japanese culture and locations in his story. A well written story that keeps your attention. The main character is very likeable and the author keeps you rooting for her to the end." -BookStackReviews

From the Inside Flap

Sen, in Japanese, the initiative: it can be taken up in more than one way. In holding oneself in reserve, one seizes the initiative hidden within the opponent's attack. This is called go no sen. Emily Kane, 17, high school student, martial artist--when her family is shattered by covert operatives who attack their home, they go into hiding, but she refuses. She insists on staying behind, staying in school, confronting the people who attacked her family. She will do what it takes to wrest control of her life from the people seeking to destroy her.