Child of Fate: (Yokai Book 1)

In the land of Shukumei, all are bound to their fate.

Hiro is no exception.

He is the reincarnated Chosen, destined to defeat a great evil as his past self did before him. The trouble with facing an immortal enemy, however, is that they have had nothing but time to prepare... The Dark One utilizes monstrous minions known as yokai to seek Hiro out when he is young, vulnerable, and unaware of his destiny. The journey to awaken his power begins with the sacrifice of his childhood friend, Ryo.

Hiro must seek the five prime elements and wield their magic to restore the four legendary Guardians if he has any hope of defeating the nemesis he never knew he had. Ryo, now claimed by the darkness, returns in pursuit of him. He wants to give her his trust but is all too aware that she could become his greatest weakness.