The Grishaverse will be coming to Netflix soon with Shadow and Bone, an original series Enter the Grishaverse with Book One of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy by the #1 New York Times-bestselling author of Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom. Soldier. Summoner. Saint. Orphaned and expendable, Alina Starkov is a soldier who knows she may not survive her first trek across the Shadow Fold--a swath of unnatural darkness crawling with monsters. But when her regiment is attacked, Alina unleashes dormant magic not even she knew she possessed. Now Alina will enter a lavish world of royalty and intrigue as she trains with the Grisha, her country's magical military elite--and falls under the spell of their notorious leader, the Darkling. He believes Alina can summon a force capable of destroying the Shadow Fold and reuniting their war-ravaged country, but only if she can master her untamed gift. As the threat to the kingdom mounts and Alina unlocks the secrets of her past, she will make a dangerous discovery that could threaten all she loves and the very future of a nation. Welcome to Ravka . . . a world of science and superstition where nothing is what it seems. A New York Times Bestseller A Los Angeles Times Bestseller An Indie Next List Book This title has Common Core connections. Praise for the Grishaverse "A master of fantasy." --The Huffington Post "Utterly, extremely bewitching." --The Guardian "The best magic universe since Harry Potter." --Bustle "This is what fantasy is for." --The New York Times Book Review " A] world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp." --NPR "The darker it gets for the good guys, the better." --Entertainment Weekly "Sultry, sweeping and picturesque. . . . Impossible to put down." --USA Today "There's a level of emotional and historical sophistication within Bardugo's original epic fantasy that sets it apart." --Vanity Fair "Unlike anything I've ever read." --Veronica Roth, bestselling author of Divergent "Bardugo crafts a first-rate adventure, a poignant romance, and an intriguing mystery " --Rick Riordan, bestselling author of the Percy Jackson series "This is a great choice for teenage fans of George R.R. Martin and J.R.R. Tolkien." --RT Book Reviews Read all the books in the Grishaverse The Shadow and Bone Trilogy (previously published as The Grisha Trilogy) Shadow and Bone Siege and Storm Ruin and Rising The Six of Crows Duology Six of Crows Crooked Kingdom King of Scars The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic
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Leigh Bardugo
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Leigh Bardugo is an American fantasy author. She is best known for her young adult Grishaverse novels, which include the Shadow and Bone trilogy and the Six of Crows and King of Scars duologies. She also received acclaim for her paranormal fantasy adult debut, Ninth House. The Shadow and Bone and Six of Crows series have been adapted into Shadow and Bone by Netflix, and Ninth House will be adapted by Amazon Studios; Bardugo is an executive producer on both works.
Shadow and Bone
by Leigh Bardugo
Books Like Shadow and Bone
If you're looking for books similar to Shadow and Bone, here are some recommendations based on themes, tone, and narrative style.
Six of Crows
Leigh Bardugo
Set in the same Grishaverse, this novel follows a crew of dangerous outcasts attempting an impossible heist. Like Shadow and Bone, it features magical abilities, complex characters, and a richly imagined fantasy world. The story centers on Kaz Brekker, a criminal prodigy who assembles a team of skilled misfits for an impossible mission. It explores themes of power, survival, and unlikely alliances in a dark, intricate setting.
Mistborn: The Final Empire
Brandon Sanderson
A revolutionary story set in a world where certain people can use magical metals to gain extraordinary abilities. Similar to Shadow and Bone, it features a unique magic system and a protagonist fighting against an oppressive system. The novel combines intricate world-building with a story of rebellion and personal transformation. Characters discover and develop their magical potential in a richly imagined setting.
Throne of Glass
Sarah J. Maas
A young woman with magical abilities fights for survival and redemption in a fantasy world. The protagonist is an assassin with hidden powers, similar to Alina's journey of discovering her magical potential. The novel blends action, magic, and political intrigue with a strong female lead navigating a dangerous magical landscape. It features complex world-building and a protagonist learning to harness her unique abilities.
Red Rising
Pierce Brown
A low-born protagonist rises against a stratified society through extraordinary abilities and determination. Like Shadow and Bone, it features a hero emerging from humble origins to challenge a powerful system. The protagonist undergoes a transformative journey, using unexpected skills to fight against oppression. The novel combines elements of science fiction and rebellion with a deeply personal character arc.
An Ember in the Ashes
Sabaa Tahir
A story of rebellion and magical resistance in a brutal empire. The narrative follows characters fighting against a oppressive system, much like Alina's struggle in Ravka. It features multiple perspectives, magical elements, and characters with hidden powers fighting for survival. The world is dark and complex, with characters forced to make difficult choices in a challenging environment.
Graceling
Kristin Cashore
A fantasy about a young woman with an extraordinary magical ability. The protagonist discovers and learns to control her unique power, paralleling Alina's journey of magical awakening. Set in a world where certain individuals possess special skills, the story explores themes of personal agency and using one's gifts. The heroine must navigate political challenges while understanding her own capabilities.
The Cruel Prince
Holly Black
A dark fantasy about a human girl surviving in a treacherous faerie world. The story features political intrigue, magical challenges, and a protagonist learning to navigate a dangerous supernatural environment. Similar to Shadow and Bone, it explores themes of power, survival, and unexpected personal transformation. The protagonist must use her wits and developing skills to survive in a complex, magical realm.
The Bear and the Nightingale
Katherine Arden
A Russian-inspired fantasy about a young woman with mysterious abilities in a harsh, magical world. Similar to Shadow and Bone, it features a protagonist discovering her unique magical potential. The novel blends folklore, magical realism, and a coming-of-age story. It explores themes of survival, personal power, and the tension between traditional expectations and individual destiny.
Spinning Silver
Naomi Novik
A fantasy reimagining of fairy tale themes, featuring women who transform their lives through unexpected abilities. Like Shadow and Bone, it explores themes of personal empowerment and magical potential. The story follows multiple protagonists navigating complex magical and social challenges. It offers a rich, intricate world where characters must use their unique strengths to survive and thrive.
The Winner's Curse
Marie Rutkoski
A fantasy novel exploring political intrigue, forbidden romance, and strategic conflict. The story centers on a young woman navigating a complex social landscape, similar to Alina's journey. It features a richly developed world with tension between different social classes and cultures. The protagonist must use her intelligence and unexpected strengths to survive in a challenging political environment.
The Young Elites
Marie Lu
A dark fantasy about young people with mysterious magical abilities emerging after a devastating plague. Like Shadow and Bone, it features characters discovering and struggling with their supernatural powers. The protagonist grapples with a complex identity and the potential for both destruction and redemption. The novel explores themes of power, identity, and the thin line between hero and villain.
Divergent
Veronica Roth
A dystopian novel about a young woman discovering her unique abilities in a strictly controlled society. Like Alina, the protagonist must navigate a complex social system while understanding her own extraordinary potential. The story explores themes of identity, rebellion, and personal growth. Characters challenge the established order through their individual strengths and unexpected abilities.
Caraval
Stephanie Garber
A magical adventure about sisters navigating a mysterious, game-like world. The novel features unexpected magical elements and a protagonist discovering her own capabilities. Like Shadow and Bone, it blends fantasy, adventure, and personal discovery. The story explores themes of sisterhood, magic, and the blurred lines between reality and illusion.
An Assassination Nation
Leigh Bardugo
A dark, complex narrative exploring power dynamics and unexpected alliances. While not a direct fantasy, it shares thematic elements with Shadow and Bone in its exploration of societal tensions and individual agency. The story features characters navigating complex political landscapes and challenging established systems. It offers a nuanced look at power, rebellion, and personal transformation.
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