Currently, there are many novelties of modern literature, but fans and admirers of the fantasy genre lack books that capture from the first pages. One of the best series of books in the genre of science fiction is the trilogy «Shadow and Bone» and the dilogy «Six Crows» by Israeli writer Lee Bardugo. Based on the works, the eponymous series «Shadow and Bone» produced by the film company «Netflix» starring Ben Barnes was shot. What is extraordinary about Lee Bardugo’s characters?
«Shadow and Bone»
«Shadow and Bone» is a story about Alina Starkova. The girl learns that she is a Sun Sorcerer, and this turns her world upside down. At some point, the most ordinary cartographer in a huge army suddenly becomes the hope of all the people – a chance to overcome the Canyon and the monsters that do not allow other people to live.
Alina must leave her usual life, forget Mala’s best childhood friend. To become better and develop abilities in an atmosphere of total control from Gryshas, she will have to adapt to a new life. Darkling shows and gives Alina everything she wants to know, but in a new world of power and politics, her magic is more of a burden than she could have imagined.
«You’re shaking», he said.
«I’m not used to people trying to kill me».
«Seriously?» I hardly notice this anymore.
The story of Alina’s feelings for Mala’s childhood friend and the mysterious and beautiful Darkling creates an atmosphere of romance in the work. Lee Bardugo contrasts this storyline with the Canyon and the politics of the kingdom. The author describes Alina’s thoughts about the fate of the people, feelings for a loved one. You will learn how a brave girl copes with all the difficulties that bring her a mysterious gift (but maybe not a gift at all, but a curse?), Whom she really loves after immersion in the work.
«Assault and Storm» is the second part of Lee Bardugo’s trilogy. Here Alina and her lover experience all the disagreements together, no matter what it costs them. They learned the whole truth about the Canyon at the end of the first book of the trilogy, so again the characters feel the earth slipping from under their feet again and again.
«Trust me».
«Every time you ask for it, I trust you even less».
Alina Starkova runs away from the meeting with the dark and unpredictable Darkling, who is hunting for a girl. The bright, but frantic handsome man has nothing inside but darkness. He will look for a girl again and again, trying to get what he wants. Almost exhausted after the last battle, Alina tries to escape, trying to forget everything, and the lives of others become the price. The heroine has a powerful ally who helps the girl understand the only way out: the only way to get rid of evil is to put an end to it once and for all.
Weakness is a mask. Wear it when people want to be convinced of your humanity, but not when you really feel it.
The kindness and honest intentions of Alina and her allies on the one hand, darkness and authoritative Darkling – on the other – create a mixed mood in readers, but falls into the soul of many readers.
«Crash and the East» is the final book of the trilogy, which will reveal each character in as much detail and brightness as possible. Although we try to avoid the spoiler, but not to mention the grand finale. Lee Bardugo has created a wonderful gallery of characters! Oh, how indescribably magnetic is Darkling, who will expose his insides and dark (or maybe not at all?) Soul.
«Bagra», said the prince, «how are you today?»
«She’s still old and blind», she growled.
«And she’s charming», Mykola said. – In any case, do not forget about the charm.
– Puppy.
– Harridan.
The finale of the fantasy trilogy is as amazing as the whole book. Turn the last page, and one of two things will happen: you will either throw the book as far away as possible, or you will be bitterly sad after saying goodbye to the characters.
Dilogy «Six Crows» – books from the universe of Gryshiv. Other characters, but also extremely interesting stories.
«Six Crows» – the first part that introduces us to the main characters. Kaz Breker, a notorious thief and swindler, was hired to perform an exceptional task: to break into the Ice Court and release the man who created the drug to curb Gryshiv. The action of the drug makes them addictive, and therefore vulnerable.
Secrets are not coins – when transferred, they lose value.
The fact is that the Ice Court has never made its way, so Kaz assembles a team called the Six Crows. The characters are absolutely extraordinary, behind each – flaws and confusing stories. Readers are immersed in the world of heroes, which evokes very different feelings.
– Name the easiest way to steal a wallet.
«A knife to the throat?» Inezh asked.
«A barrel in the back?» Jasper continued.
«Poison in the drink?» Nina suggested.
«You’re just awful», Mathias said. Kaz rolled his eyes.
– The easiest way to steal a wallet is to say that you are going to steal a watch.
Kerchia is a fantastic country, very similar to the Netherlands. If at first you find the descriptions and arguments of the characters superfluous, and the book is a bit boring, consider the slow pace of the story and the opportunity to analyze each character and his intentions.
«Mercenary Kingdom» is a story about three separate schemes developed by Kaz and his team. One scheme – one theft. Thoughtful and logical plans are destroyed under the influence of circumstances, and this leads to relentless tension and anxiety for the fate of the team Kaza. A vivid reminder that victory can be bitter, and fantasy heroes, like real people, do not always get everything they want, return readers from the world of science fiction to our real life.
Crows remember human faces. They remember those who fed them and showed kindness, as well as those who offended them. They do not forget. Birds tell each other who to watch and who to fear.
Of course, there are romantic stories against the background of fierce struggles and obstacles. The story of fierce enemies who fall in love with each other and continue to fight side by side, becoming an example of peace between two peoples, is especially emotional.
… If you can’t open the door, just make new ones.
The book teaches to look for ways out of the most troubling situations… It is difficult to resist and not share the details of the plot. So start getting acquainted with the fantasy genre from the action works of Lee Bardugo. Well, if you are a connoisseur of the genre, then these books are for you.
