Poppy Kuroki on Gate to Kagoshima, Star-Crossed Lovers, and Summer in Japan

January 29, 2025

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Welcome to Undercurrents of Romance with host Tracey Devlyn!

In Episode 3 of Undercurrents of Romance, Tracey Devlyn dives into a captivating conversation with author Poppy Kuroki about her debut time-traveling historical romantasy, GATE TO KAGOSHIMA, and what it’s like living in Japan, especially during the summer.

When a young Scottish woman is whisked away to the last Samurai era, she finds herself tangled in an epic tale of ancestral secrets and a love that defies time. Torn between two worlds, she must choose: return to the 21st century or stay in the past that holds her heart.

With heart-pounding romance, rich history, epic battles, and swoon-worthy Samurais, GATE TO KAGOSHIMA is a story you won’t want to miss.

"Serious Outlander vibes with a fresh new twist." ~ Pim Wangtechawat, author of The Moon Represents My Heart

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Poppy Kuroki was born in Scotland and grew up in England. She has lived in Japan for over ten years. She likes video games and baking, and lives in a beautiful town by the sea in Kanagawa with her son.

Links mentioned in this episode:

Grab Your Copy of GATE TO KAGOSHIMA 💖 Historical Time Travel Romantasy

Tropes: Real History, Star-crossed Lovers & Time Travel

Find Poppy on Instagram & Threads: @KurorkiBooks

Poppy's Recommended Reads: Love, Theoretically by Ali Hazelwood & Court of Thorns & Roses by Sarah J. Maas

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