An orphaned mapmaker discovers a rare power that could save her country
What it is about
In the kingdom of Ravka, a dark expanse called the Shadow Fold splits the land in two. Alina Starkov is an unremarkable soldier until she reveals a power that may be the key to destroying it. She is taken to the royal court and trained by the Grisha, who command magic, including the charismatic Darkling.
Who will enjoy it
Readers who like young adult fantasy with court intrigue.
What you will get
A fast first book in the Grisha trilogy. If you like it, the Six of Crows duology is set in the same world.
Shadow and Bone Facts: Pages, Genre and Setting
Genre
Fantasy · Magic · Court · Destiny
Length
358 pages · ≈ 10 h
More about this book
Characters
Alina Starkov, Mal and the Darkling.
Setting
Ravka, a land inspired by imperial Russia.
What makes it different
A Russian-flavored fantasy with a strong, original magic system.
Feel
Atmospheric, romantic and tense.
Six of Crows
Throne of Glass
A Court of Mist and Fury
Harry Potter and the Deathly Hallows
The Magician’s Nephew
Prince Caspian
The Name of the Wind
The Wise Man's Fear