Shadow and Bone (Shadow and Bone, #1)
by Leigh Bardugo
Shadow and Bone by Leigh Bardugo holds a highly rated rating of 4.05 out of 5, based on 135.2K reader ratings. First published in 2012. The book spans 358 pages.
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Surrounded by enemies, the once-great nation of Ravka has been torn in two by the Shadow Fold, a swath of near impenetrable darkness crawling with monsters who feast on human flesh. Now its fate may rest on the shoulders of one lonely refugee.Alina Starkov has never been good at anything. But when her regiment is attacked on the Fold and her best friend is brutally injured, Alina reveals a dormant power that saves his life—a power that could be the key to setting her war-ravaged country free. Wrenched from everything she knows, Alina is whisked away to the royal court to be trained as a member of the Grisha, the magical elite led by the mysterious Darkling.Yet nothing in this lavish world is what it seems. With darkness looming and an entire kingdom depending on her untamed power, Alina will have to confront the secrets of the Grisha . . . and the secrets of her heart.
| Detail | Value |
|---|---|
| Author | Leigh Bardugo |
| Published | 2012 |
| Pages | 358 |
| Genres | Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction, Fantasy |
| Average Rating | 4.05 / 5.00 |
| Total Ratings | 135,225 |
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What genre is Shadow and Bone?
Shadow and Bone is categorized as Fantasy, Young Adult, Romance, Fiction. Its primary genre classification is Fantasy.
Is Shadow and Bone worth reading?
Based on 135.2K reader ratings, Shadow and Bone has an average score of 4.05 out of 5.00, which is considered "Highly Rated." Its large number of reviews suggests broad reader appeal.
How many pages is Shadow and Bone?
Shadow and Bone has 358 pages.
Who wrote Shadow and Bone?
Shadow and Bone was written by Leigh Bardugo. It was first published in 2012.
What is the ISBN for Shadow and Bone?
The ISBN-13 for Shadow and Bone is 9780805094600.0.
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