Shadow & Bone

Dive into the captivating world of the Grishaverse with "Shadow and Bone," the first installment in the trilogy by Leigh Bardugo, a renowned New York Times bestselling author known for "Six of Crows" and "Crooked Kingdom." This enthralling story has been brought to life through the Netflix series, "Shadow and Bone," with its second season currently available for streaming. Venture alongside Alina Starkov, a seemingly insignificant soldier and orphan, who unexpectedly reveals her hidden power in the perilous Shadow Fold—a realm shrouded in darkness and inhabited by monstrous creatures. Her awakening abilities catapult her into the opulent world of the Grisha, the elite magical forces of her nation. Under the mentorship of the enigmatic Darkling, Alina embarks on a journey to harness her powers, which could potentially obliterate the Shadow Fold and mend their fractured kingdom. As the looming danger intensifies, Alina uncovers truths about her past, leading to a revelation that might endanger everything dear to her, including the very future of her homeland. Set in the mystical land of Ravka, a place where science mingles with superstition, "Shadow and Bone" offers a spellbinding narrative where nothing is as it appears. This book is part of a trilogy, originally known as The Grisha Trilogy, alongside "Siege and Storm" and "Ruin and Rising." Praised for its fantastical elements, the series has been described as "deeply enchanting" by The Guardian and highlights Leigh Bardugo's mastery in the genre, as acknowledged by The Huffington Post. Details of the book include its hardcover format, published by Henry Holt and Co. (BYR) in 2012. It spans 368 pages and measures 15 x 21.6 x 3.5 cm. The novel is written in English and carries the ISBN 9780805094596.