“I am Nikolai Lantsov, Major of the Twenty-Second Regiment, Soldier of the King’s Army, Grand Duke of Udova, and second son to His Most Royal Majesty, King Alexander the Third, Ruler of the Double Eagle Throne, may his life and reign be long.”
In this fantasy novel, a young hero embarks on a perilous journey to confront a formidable storm and an impending siege. The story unfolds in a richly detailed world, filled with magical elements and complex characters. more
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
“And someday I'd be a good enough person to wish him well. Just not today.”