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Quote by Leigh Bardugo

“He has served countless kings, faked countless deaths, bided his time, waiting for you.”

Quote by Leigh Bardugo

Book:Shadow and Bone

Work

Shadow and Bone

This novel explores themes of love, loss, and resilience in a world where magic and politics intertwine. The protagonist, a young soldier, discovers her latent abilities and embarks on a quest to save her people. more

Author

Leigh Bardugo is a contemporary American author known for her fantasy novels. Born on April 6, 1975, she graduated from Stanford University with a degree in Comparative Literature. Bardugo's works have received critical acclaim for their complex characters, rich imagination, and profound themes. more

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