All 14 Leigh Bardugo books, ranked

Lei Bardugo is a #1 New York Times bestselling author best known for the Grishaverse Series. She is a critically acclaimed author who Writes young adult and adult fantasy novels. Her most popular books, the Six of Crows Duology, is part of the GrishaverseAlong with Shadow and bone And King of Scars. The Grishaverse Also has several companion books. Netflix adapts these Grishaverse In a combined TV show, however Shadow and bone was canceled after season 2. Leigh Bardugo’s other popular series, The Alex star books, currently consists of Ninth house And the sequel Hell bent.

Amazon has secured the rights to these Alex star Books and is creating a Ninth house TV show adaptation. Leigh Bardugo’s books all included Jewish themes. The Grisha people are based on Russian culture and mythology while Ninth house Draws inspiration from ancient secret societies. The familiarBardugas’ last novel, spreading Judaism under the Spanish Inquisition. However, all of Leigh Bardugo’s books are unique and bring something different to literature. While some are better than others, Leigh Bardugo’s bibliography is quite impressive.

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The lives of saints

Companion book, Grishaverse

The Lives of Saints is one of those Grishaverse Companion books that Documents various Rabbinic saints and influential figures. Each saint has a backstory or short segment that describes how the saints affect ordinary people in Rebekah. Although The lives of saints is a fascinating read, the best part about this book is the stunning illustrations by Daniel J. Zollinger. The Grishaverse Stands on its own without the companion book, and while it provides further insight into the high fantasy world, it is not one of Leigh Bardugo’s best works.

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The language of thorns

Collection of short stories, Grishaverse

The language of thorns is another Grishaverse Companion novel. It is a collection of six short stories that explore various Grishaverse Mythologies. Three of the short stories—The too-clever fox, The Witch of DuvaAnd Small knife– were previously published as e-books, however The language of thorns Also has three brand new short stories. Although the stories are more compelling than The lives of saintsThese letters do not relate to the primary work in the Grishaverse. It is an enjoyable addition to the seriesbut otherwise, The language of thorns Doesn’t have much substance other than bonus material.

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Devil in the Woods (illustrated by Dani Pendergast)

Graphic novel, Grishaverse

Demon in the wood Originally a short story, Leigh Bardugo turned it into a graphic novel and expanded the story. This story is a prequel to Shadow and bone About the Darkling’s childhood. Demon in the wood Worship is his backstory; It gives the Darkling’s motivation for creating the fold and what may have caused him to betray his people in the trilogy. Demon in the wood is Leigh Bardugo’s best Grishaverse Companion novel. While it doesn’t compare to the full-length books, it’s still a compelling story because the Darkling is her best villain.

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Wonder Woman: Warbringer

Standalone novel

Wonder Woman: Warbringer is Leigh Bardugo’s only novel that ventures into the DC world. It follows the iconic Princess Diana of Themyscira, who meets a girl named Alia. However, Diana quickly learns that Alia is a Warbringer – someone who causes death and destruction. Diana can kill Alya, or she can bring the Warbringer to Helen of Troy’s burial site, where a ritual will cleanse Alya of her illness. Wonder Woman: Warbringer is a powerful story about sisterhood, feminism and friendship, but there are many other Wonder Woman stories. Leigh Bardugo’s original fantasy novels are simply better.

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Destroy and rise

Shadow and Bone Trilogy #3, Grishaverse

Destroy and rise is the last book in the Shadow and bone Trilogy. It picks up after the Darkling and Alina Starkov’s confrontation, which was so disastrous that it destroyed the small palace and killed most of the Grisha. Destroy and rise Features Alina Starkov bouncing back from this loss, taking control of her future, and preparing to defeat the Darkling once and for all. Although the book is riveting and provides an epic conclusion to the trilogy, It is highly disappointing that Alina Starkov completely lost her powers.

Leigh Bardugo tried to highlight a theme by quoting her, “What is infinite? The universe and the greed of men,” but the theme still works if Alina just lost the amplifiers instead of her powers altogether. Alina Starkov spends almost three books trying to reconcile love and her powersAnd the ending suggests she can’t have both, even though her light and her love for Mal are both integral parts of her character. Thankfully, Alina still got the peaceful life she desperately craved, but it should not be at the cost of losing what made her healthy and whole.

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Rule of wolves

King Of Scars Duology #2, Grishaverse

The King of Scars Duology started strong, but the second book, Rule of wolvesWas more disappointed. Nikolai Lantsov, Zoya Nazialensky, Nina Zenik and Hanna Brom carried the story, but there’s only so much they can do when the story line is all over the world. The biggest problem with Rule of wolves is this The book has too many opinions. Sometimes, multiple points of view work, but they only hurt Rule of wolves. The only opinions needed were Nikolai, Zoya and Nina. The rest hindered the plot and closed the arcs of the main characters.

The Darkling was a long-awaited point of view, but after the events of the Shadow and bone Trilogy, having chapters just to set up a redemption arc is pointless. Mayu is a fascinating character, but she’s just not compelling enough to have so many chapters. The Shu Han arc was dragged out, which rushed other storylines. Mayu’s chapters could be condensed to give Nikolai, Zoya, Nina and Hanna more time. However, despite the issues with these points of view, The two primary romances – Nikolai and Zoya and Hanna and Nina – are compellingmaking Rule of wolves Worth the read.

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Siege and storm

Shadow & Bone Trilogy #2, Grishaverse

Siege and stormThe second novel in the Shadow and bone trilogy, introduces new characters—including fan favorite Nikolai Lantsov—a second amplifier and higher stakes. Alina’s conflict gets messier as the new Grisha leader and Ravka’s saint, all while searching for the third amplifier. Despite the exciting events, Siege and storm Still suffering from second book syndrome. The first half of the novel is familiar, but the story runs in circles in Os Alta because of Alina and Mal’s fight. Siege and storm Improves with an epic showdown at the end, but the story drags during Alina’s time in Os Alta.

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Hell bent

Alex Stern #2

Hell bent is the sequel to Leigh Bardugo’s first adult fantasy novel, Ninth house. It is the second installment in the US Alex star Series, which will have another Ninth house Book since Leigh Bardugo confirmed it. Hell bent Continue Alex and Darlington’s journey with the dark magic surrounding Lethe and Isle’s secret societies. This novel introduces a new mystery, and while it is entertaining, it is not quite as compelling as the mystery in Ninth house. however, Hell bent Features excellent character development for Darlington And is still a good sequel overall.

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King of Scars

King Of Scars Duology #2, Grishaverse

King of Scars Is The first book in Nikolai Lantsov’s long-awaited duology, and it does not disappoint. took place over three years later Destroy and riseThe darkness that the Darkling implanted in Nikolai becomes a problem again as Ravka teeters on the edge of destruction due to his precarious position in the political landscape. King of Scars Also features a new storyline for Nina Zenic, who has spent the last year grieving for her lost love, Matthias Helvar. She is now in Fjerda as an undercover spy, trying to save Grisha and root out systemic oppression.

Although Nina Zenik’s story in King of Scars Controversially, it is one of the best arcs in the Grishaverse. Leigh Bardugo portrays grief and love authentically, honoring Matthias and allowing Nina to find love again. King of Scars Also deals with the dynamics of Nikolai Lantsov and Zoya Nazialensky, who became a close partner with romantic tension. The story line also includes the righteous of Rebekah, as contemporary characters – a courageous movement that continues. The only drawback of the book is an unnecessary point of view of a new character, Isaac. Otherwise, King of Scars is excellent and One of the better novels in the Grishaverse.

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Ninth house

Alex Stern #1

Ninth house is the first book in Leigh Bardugo’s Alex star series, revolving around a troubled 20-year-old young woman named Alex Stern. She attends Yale and joins Lethe, the ninth house of Yale’s secret societies because she can see ghosts – also known as grays – without additional magic. The novel explores dark magic sprinkled with themes of addiction, trauma, class conflict and Sephardic Jewish culture. Ninth house is Leigh Bardugo’s first adult fantasy book, presenting a riveting mystery in a world of ghosts and dark magic. Apart from a slow start, Ninth house is excellent and deserves to be in Leigh Bardugo’s top five books.

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Six of Crows

Six of Crows Duology #1, Grishaverse

The Six of Crows Duology is Leigh Bardugo’s most popular work, and there are Many reasons why these books resonate with such a wide audience. The first book follows six teenagers who seem to have nothing in common – except that social circumstances have turned them into criminals. Kaz Breker, known as the Bastard of the Barrel, is one of Ketterdam’s most notorious criminals as the leader of the Dregs. Inej Ghafa joined the Dregs after Kaz rescued her from Tante Heleen’s brothel. Jesper Fahey is a University of Ketterdam dropout and another member of the Dregs.

Wylan Van Eck is a demolitions expert, and Matthias Helvar is a prisoner of Fjerda. Nina Zenik is a Grisha heart-tender who is determined to free Mathias after she sends him to prison. Six of Crows Follow the teenagers on an epic heist in Fjerda’s ice courtPaid by the rich merchant, John Van Eck. Although Six of Crows A bit slow at the beginning, the novel picks up quickly as the story unfolds, with many twists, turns and revelations. The characters are complex and compelling, and the dynamic is riveting. Six of Crows Is exciting and adventurous, and once the story picks up, it is impossible to put down.

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Shadow and bone

Shadow and Bone Trilogy #1, Grishaverse

Shadow and bone is Leigh Bardugo’s debut novel and the book that started the Grishaverse. It revolves around the orphan and soldier Alina Starkov, who discovers that she is the Sun Summoner, a rare Grisha who reveals light powers. While the Shadow and bone Trilogy has flaws, The first book is one of Bardugo’s best works. The concept of Shadow and bone is the most compelling of all these Grishaverse series, touching on themes of oppression, war, identity and power. The Darkling is Leigh Bardugo’s best villain to date, and Alina Starkov is her most underrated protagonist.

Shadow and bone Paved the way for the popularity of the trilogywhat. In turn, paved the way for the iconic Six of Crows Duology. Alina Starkov is unlike any other young adult fantasy protagonist. Although she falls into the classic Chosen One trope, her arc makes her significantly different from other protagonists. She is not the typical awkward heroine born to save the day. Alina is selfish and stubborn, although she adores her friends. An important part of Alina’s arc deals with her struggles with accepting her darker side and hunger for power.

Alina does not want to be Rebecca’s saint, and this feeling is consistent until the end of the trilogy. She loves her light powers, but the amplifiers make her miserable. She longs to be an ordinary girl with the freedom to express her love and light as she wishes. Alina Starkov’s moral turpitude as the chosen protagonist is part of that ShHadow and bone is one of Leigh Bardugo’s best books And certainly deserves to be in Bardugo’s top three works.

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crooked kingdom

Six of Crows Duology #2, Grishaverse

The only thing more epic than Six of Crows is its sequel, crooked kingdom. The book picks up after Jan Van Eck turns on Kaz and kidnaps Inej. Caz is determined to get his millions, save Inej and take Jan Van Eck down for good. crooked kingdom Raised the stakes with Non-stop plot twists, heartwarming moments and gut-wrenching deaths. It is the best book in the world Grishaverse; Nothing comes of it. crooked kingdom is an epic conclusion to the Crow’s stories and cements the Six of Crows Duology like these Grishaverses best series.

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The familiar

Standalone novel

Leigh Bardugo’s best book is her latest book, The familiar. It is a standalone fantasy novel that Follows a maid, Luzia Cotado, who hides her Jewishness during the Spanish Inquisition. However, when her boss, Valentina, discovers Luzia’s magic – which comes from her Jewish faith – Luzia must portray herself as a Christian miracle as she trains to impress the King of Spain. It certainly doesn’t help when she falls in love with her mentor, a mysterious man named Guillén Santangel. The familiar Contains some real historical figures, despite the fantastical elements.

The familiar is a compelling story about cultural oppression and the horrors of the historical era, mixed with a story of self-determination and profound romance. The novel describes what it was like for Jewish people under the oppressive Spanish Inquisition, a powerful and bold story that Ley Bardugo chose to write. The familiar Illustrating the best of Leigh Bardugo’s craft With its electrifying romance, complex characters and Bardugo’s lush, lyrical writing style. This book deserves to be at the top of any Lei Bardugo List.