The Gathering Dark (Grisha #1)

Author(s): Leigh Bardugo

Teen (Ages 15+)

The Shadow Fold, a swathe of impenetrable darkness, crawling with monsters that feast on human flesh, is slowly destroying the once-great nation of Ravka. Alina, a pale, lonely orphan, discovers a unique power that thrusts her into the lavish world of the kingdom's magical elite - the Grisha. Could she be the key to unravelling the dark fabric of the Shadow Fold and setting Ravka free? The Darkling, a creature of seductive charm and terrifying power, leader of the Grisha. If Alina is to fulfil her destiny, she must discover how to unlock her gift and face up to her dangerous attraction to him. But what of Mal, Alina's childhood best friend? As Alina contemplates her dazzling new future, why can't she ever quite forget him? Glorious. Epic. Irresistible. Romance.


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Sweeping, glorious fantasy romance about an orphan who must save her kingdom from the seductive and terrifying Darkling.

This book really hooked me, I read it for hours on end just letting the magical story come to life in my mind, it was incredible and I LOVED IT!... The Gathering Dark is a very unique book which will leave you wanting more... it is one of the best books I've ever read. Read, Write and Read Some More 20120228

Leigh Bardugo graduated from Yale University and has since written for the Oxygen Network, David E. Kelley Productions, 20th Century Fox and the L.A. WEEKLY. Trained in beauty, SFX and airbrush technique, she loves creating illusions both gorgeous and ghoulish. She is also a set designer and a member of a geek-rock band. Visit Leigh's website at leighbardugo.wordpress.com

General Fields

  • : 9781780621104
  • : Orion Publishing Co
  • : Indigo (an Imprint of Orion Children's)
  • : 0.366
  • : 01 March 2012
  • : 216mm X 135mm
  • : United Kingdom
  • : 01 June 2012
  • : books

Special Fields

  • : Leigh Bardugo
  • : Paperback
  • : 1
  • : 320