Shadow and Bone

Leigh Bardugo

In a world fractured by war and divided by magic, a young mapmaker discovers a power within herself that could save her nation—or destroy it. As Alina Starkov grapples with her newfound abilities as the Sun Summoner, she is thrust into a dangerous world of political intrigue and ancient magic. Hunted by enemies and courted by a charismatic Darkling who seeks to control her power, Alina must navigate treacherous alliances and confront the darkness within herself. With the fate of Ravka hanging in the balance, she must choose between the love that anchors her and the destiny that calls her to wield unimaginable power.

Leigh Bardugo

Alina Starkov, the Sun Summoner, and her devoted companion Mal are on the run, seeking refuge across the True Sea after escaping the clutches of the formidable Darkling. As they navigate a new world and attempt to build a life away from the Grisha's power, Alina grapples with the immense burden of her abilities and the constant threat of discovery. Yet, the shadows of her past and the allure of power prove difficult to outrun, forcing Alina to confront difficult choices that will shape the fate of her world and the people she loves.

Leigh Bardugo

The capital has fallen, and the Darkling's shadow throne now looms over Ravka. With the nation's fate hanging in the balance, a weakened Alina must navigate the dangerous politics of zealous worship while secretly pursuing a desperate quest for the elusive firebird—the only hope for salvation. Forced to forge unlikely alliances and reconcile old rivalries, Alina and Mal race to uncover the last of Morozova's amplifiers, each discovery pulling back the curtain on secrets that will fundamentally reshape her understanding of her own power and her bond with the Darkling. As Alina inches closer to the truth, she realizes that claiming the firebird may demand the ultimate sacrifice—the very future she's fighting so fiercely to protect. This thrilling conclusion to the trilogy weaves together political intrigue, dark magic, and personal reckoning in a tale where victory and loss become dangerously intertwined.