Shadow and Bone

In a war-torn fantasy world inspired by Imperial Russia, Alina Starkov discovers she possesses a rare magical power that could be the key to saving her country from the dangerous Shadow Fold. As she trains with the mysterious Darkling and navigates court intrigue, Alina must confront her destiny while questioning who she can trust. The story features diverse characters including Inej, a Suli acrobat, and explores themes of power, corruption, identity, and the moral complexities of war. Romance elements include relationships that develop throughout the series.