Six of Crows

Synopsis

In the bustling, dangerous city of Ketterdam, criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker is offered a seemingly impossible heist: infiltrate the impenetrable Ice Court, a military stronghold of the Fjerdan nation, and extract a valuable hostage. The reward? Riches beyond his wildest dreams. Recognizing he can't succeed alone, Kaz assembles a motley crew of six dangerous outcasts, each with unique skills and personal demons: Inej Ghafa, the silent and deadly spy known as the Wraith; Jesper Fahey, the sharpshooting gambling addict; Nina Zenik, a powerful Grisha Heartrender with a dark past; Matthias Helvar, a disgraced Fjerdan soldier; and Wylan Van Eck, a runaway with an explosive secret. Their mission takes them into a world of espionage, betrayal, and high-stakes danger. With alliances shifting and their lives on the line, this unlikely team must navigate treacherous obstacles and confront their own inner conflicts, all while trying not to kill each other, to pull off the ultimate score and perhaps, inadvertently, save the world.

Critical Reception

"Praised for its intricate plot, complex characters, and immersive world-building, 'Six of Crows' cemented its place as a cornerstone of modern young adult fantasy, earning critical acclaim and a dedicated global fanbase."

Adaptations

Netflix series "Shadow and Bone" (which incorporates characters and plotlines from Six of Crows)

Metadata

ISBN:9781780622293
Pages:438
Age Rating:16+

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Six of Crows — Leigh Bardugo