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Wondering where to start, the shadow and bone trilogy, the story begins with alina starkov….

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Six of Crows Duology

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King of Scars Duology

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This duology picks up back in Ravka, one year after the end of the Six of Crows duology. While you can start here, we highly recommend reading the other books in the Grishaverse first.

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The Language of Thorns

A beautifully illustrated collection of dark fairytales that the characters of the Grishaverse might have read as children. You can pick up  The Language of Thorns without any knowledge of the rest of the books. A great gift for fans or people brand new to the Grishaverse.

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Demon in the Wood

Before he led Ravka’s Second Army, before he created the Fold, and long before he became the Darkling, he was just a lonely boy burdened by an extraordinary power. This graphic novel is a prequel, but is best enjoyed after reading  Shadow and Bone . 

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The Lives of Saints

Lavishly illustrated tales of Grishaverse saints. Spoiler free, but best for readers who have already started exploring the books of the Grishaverse.

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The Severed Moon

A journal of writing prompts and quotes drawn from the series.

And What About Ninth House?

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Ninth House

Ninth House— a story of power, privilege, magic, and murder set among the secret societies of Yale University—is a separate series with no connection to the Grishaverse. While the books of the Grishaverse can be safely explored by readers of any age, Ninth House is darker, more graphic, and intended for adults.

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How to Read All the Shadow and Bone Books in Order

A spoiler-free guide to the entire Grishaverse.

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Shadow and Bone was written just a decade ago, the book first appearing on shelves in 2012. Behind the novel stands a robust fantasy tradition, and so even fantasy fans unfamiliar with Bardugo’s world will recognize throughout the Netflix series tropes of the genre. Still, the world—the “Grishaverse,” named after its pariah power wielders, the Grisha—remains complete unto itself. So if the Netflix series piqued interest in Ravka (modeled on Russia and 16th century Dutch Amsterdam), the Fold, Fjerda, or any of the Indo-European settings—and, trust us, you’re going to need a map for the first season—perhaps it’s time to dive into the books.

As with any Tolkien-like encyclopedic fiction, however, not every book is directly related to the last. The Grisha books do stick to a relatively close chronology, though some duologies appear to stand alone. Netflix, to make things extra confusing for readers, also appears to be combining characters and storylines from across the various book series, with season 1 drawing both from Alina Starkov’s story across the Shadow and Bone trilogy and the exploits of Kaz Brekker and the crow gang, characters from the Six of Crows duology.

Thankfully, only one installment in both series tops 500 pages, and since the novels are written primarily for late teenagers, it should be easy to get through the entire universe before the second season—if you’re that kind of person.

Well, that kind of person, here’s how to read the entire Grishaverse. Don't worry, we're avoiding all spoilers.

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Shadow and Bone

Shadow and Bone opens the Alina Starkov trilogy. It introduces us to the Grishaverse, primarily focusing on Ravka, a nation split in two by the "Shadow Fold," a region of flesh-eating monsters. Most events in this book will be covered in season 1 of the Netflix series. 

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Siege and Storm

If you want to get ahead for season 2, Siege and Storm is the place to start. The book finds Alina and Mal on the run and traveling west across the True Sea. There's also a certain character who emerged from the Fold with a new plan and a new power.

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Ruin and Rising

It's the final work in the Alina hero's journey, and its title "Ruin and Rising" says it all: Alina must overcome extreme setback to rid Ravka of a dark tyrant.

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Six of Crows

Leaving Alina behind, Six of Crows takes place two years following the events of Ruin and Rising . It follows Kaz Brekker and his crow gang in the country of Kerch. Netflix viewers will remember Kaz from season 1; the series decided to combine some characters from this duology with the Alina trilogy, which explains the change in location. In the series, Kaz is introduced in west Ravka.

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Crooked Kingdom

The Kaz Brekker storyline lasts for only two books. While generally isolated from events of the Alina trilogy, it may be a spoiler for those who skip the original three books. So while Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom can be read on their own, you may be spoiling future Netflix seasons and outcomes of the Alina trilogy.

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King of Scars

One year after Crooked Kingdom , we're back in Ravka and with a new hero, Nikolai Lantsov, a young king. As with Kaz Brekker, Lantsov's journey will last two books.

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Rule of Wolves

The upcoming book will conclude the story of the young king Lantsov. It takes place during a developing war between Ravka and its northern neighbor, Fjerda.  

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The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic

The next three works are more like extended footnotes to the above books than standalone stories.  The Language of Thorns , for instance, contains various fairytales that Alina, Kaz, and king Lantsov may have read as children. It's, therefore, an in-universe text.

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The Lives of Saints

The Lives of Saints likewise delves more into the history of the Grishaverse, telling of those who came before Alina and company. While not an essential book in following the above trilogies and duologies, it does provide supplementary information about the world's history. (In the future, it may even provide prequel material.)

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The Severed Moon: A Year-Long Journal of Magic

The Severed Moon is a journal for readers to respond to prompts from the Grishaverse. It makes for the perfect gift for the Grishaverse superfan in your life. It's less for understanding the world than feeling yourself a part of it.

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Six of Crows

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Six of Crows is a novel by Leigh Bardugo , published in 2015, set two years after Ruin and Rising . The book follows six characters: Kaz Brekker , Inej Ghafa , Nina Zenik , Jesper Fahey , Matthias Helvar , and Wylan Van Eck .

  • 1 Dedication
  • 4.1 Kaz Brekker
  • 4.2 Inej Ghafa
  • 4.3 Jesper Fahey
  • 4.4 Nina Zenik
  • 4.5 Matthias Helvar
  • 4.6 Wylan Van Eck
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To Kayte—secret weapon, unexpected friend

Ketterdam: a bustling hub of international trade where anything can be had for the right price—and no one knows that better than criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker. Kaz is offered a chance at a deadly heist that could make him rich beyond his wildest dreams. But he can't pull it off alone...

A convict with a thirst for revenge.

A sharpshooter who can't walk away from a wager.

A runaway with a privileged past.

A spy known as the Wraith.

A Heartrender using her magic to survive the slums.

A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes.

Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist. Kaz's crew is the only thing that might stand between the world and destruction—if they don't kill each other first.

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A guard named Joost is making his rounds around the city. He decides to visit his crush, Anya , who is a Grisha Healer indentured to Councilman Hoede . When Joost arrives at Hoede's Grisha workshop, another Grisha, Retvenko , tells him that Anya was taken away by Hoede. When Joost starts asking questions about Anya's disappearances, the Squaller shows Joost the door. Joost meets a few other stadwatch guards, who tell him that they are supposed to report to the boathouse.

At the boathouse, Joost is greeted by an upsetting sight: Anya is in a glass room with a young boy and a guard. The guard proceeds to slice open the boy's arm, and Anya heals the boy. Then Anya is given a small, wax paper envelope and is forced to swallow a drug called jurda parem . When the guard slices the boy's arm again, Anya heals him without touching him. Afterward, Hoede tells the guard to chop off the boy's thumb, but Anya controls Hoede's mind and causes the merchant to chop off his own thumb, demonstrating the powerful effect of jurda parem on Grisha.

Gang leader Kaz Brekker is offered the job of a lifetime by wealthy merchant Jan Van Eck . Van Eck wants Kaz to break Bo Yul-Bayur , a Shu scientist, out of a nearly impenetrable prison in the center of the castle complex in Fjerda . Yul-Bayur developed a powerful drug called  jurda parem , which enhances a Grisha's abilities and is highly addictive after just one dose. Kaz is offered a hefty paycheck and negotiates it up even higher to thirty million  kruge , then agrees.

Kaz assembles a team of infamous, noteworthy criminals, each with a different skill set, to make the heist. Inej Ghafa , Nina Zenik , Jesper Fahey , and Wylan Van Eck are all members of his gang, but there is one more person they need. They break Matthias Helvar out of the prison Hellgate , where he was held for a year after Nina falsely accused him of being a slave trader. Every person in the crew has secrets and a backstory that slowly unfolds throughout the book.

Kaz thinks his team needs to move quickly against their target, and they plan as they travel. Kaz sets up passage to Fjerda for his team on a ship called the  Ferolind . They are ambushed the night they are at the docks to board, and Inej is stabbed, nearly fatally. They bring the stabber aboard the ship as they escape and Kaz tortures him to get him to talk. They discover that Pekka Rollins is the one behind the attack and might also be on his way to Fierda to try to rescue Yul-Bayur. This makes Kaz feel even more urgency to get there and get the job done soon. On the ship, Wylan draws a map of the Ice Court and its prison based on Matthias' description. Nina, a Grisha Heartrender , helps heal Inej's wound.

The Ferolind  docks in northern Fjerda and the group begins the cold trek on foot to the Ice Court. Kaz is planning and plotting as they travel. Matthias is grudgingly impressed by the plan Kaz has developed, but hopes at some point to separate from the group and kill Yul-Bayur so the Grisha he was raised to hate will never have enhanced powers again. On their hike, they come across three Grisha that some have been tied to stakes and burned on a pyre, though poorly; the wind extinguished the fire and one of them is still alive. Jesper shoots the Grisha, putting them out of their misery, but Kaz berates him for revealing their position to potential enemies.

The group is attacked by Grisha under the influence of jurda parem . Nina recognizes one from her time at the Little Palace . With help from Wylan's bombs and Inej's throwing knives, they kill the Grisha; Nina, horrified by what has happened, insists on burying them. Matthias stays behind to help her while the others continue on. While alone, Matthias and Nina strike a deal. Neither one wants Yul-Bayur to live; Matthias doesn't want Grisha to have the power  jurda parem  can give them, and Nina doesn't want her people to suffer the harm of its side effects, so they agree that Yul-Bayur must be killed, rather than captured and delivered to Van Eck.

They arrive in the beautiful, colorful city of Djerholm , where they can see the majestic Ice Court on distant cliffs. From the rooftop terrace of an old tavern in the city, they can see the road to the Ice Court and watch prison wagons go to the castle complex. Kaz says their way in is as prisoners in one such wagon. They fell a tree to block the road ahead of a wagon. They quickly switch places with the prisoners in the wagon, assuming their shackles and hoods, while the drivers try to remove the tree from their path. Kaz faints, but they make it through the checkpoints and into the Ice Court. The male and female prisoners are sent to separate parts of the castle prison, dividing the group for a time. They will time their movements to the chimes of the Elderclock.

Kaz's lockpicks are taken from him by the guards, and Jesper reveals he is a Fabrikator when he forms two new picks from the iron of the prison bars. The boys escape their holding cell; Jesper and Matthias retrieve rope from the stables while Kaz and Wylan break the girls out of their cells. They are supposed to meet in the laundry and incinerator room, but Kaz and Nina go searching for Yul-Bayur. Nina does not find him, but she comes across a Grisha torture room. Greatly unnerved, she runs and bumps into two guards, and has to use her powers to subdue them. One falls down the stairs, and his gun discharges, setting off the Yellow Protocol alarms.

The incinerator was used in the afternoon instead of in the morning as Matthias had remembered. It is still burning hot when Inej scales the inside of it, melting her shoes. She almost gives up, but rain begins to fall, cooling her and allowing her to make it to the top. She drops the rope down and everyone climbs up except Jesper, who is waiting for Kaz. Kaz is late reuniting with the group because was searching for Pekka Rollins. He believed Pekka was also in pursuit of Yul-Bayur, which was confirmed when they saw Pekka's men dead on pikes outside the Ice Court. Kaz wants to see if Pekka had captured, wondering if it is finally time for his long-awaited revenge; Kaz does find him in a cell. Just as Jesper begins to climb up the incinerator shaft, Kaz appears, covered in blood.

They planned to arrive in the palace as guests for the Fjerdan holiday Hringkälla , but the alarms of Yellow Protocol force a change in their plans. Inej suggests the girls sneak in the palace as members of the Menagerie , and Kaz outlines a new plan. Inej and Nina go through the ventilation to a dressing room, where they steal the Menagerie girls' clothes and papers. Nina hastily gives herself and Inej the peacock tattoo with which all Menagerie girls are marked. Nina flirts her way through the checkpoint onto the White Island, but the guard thinks Inej's tattoo over the scar of her old one looks suspicious and sends her to another line for people who need a second check. Nina proceeds on her own.

Kaz and Matthias take another route to the White Island across the ice moat. Matthias knows the secret glass bridge thanks to his  drüskelle  initiation; once they cross, Kaz picks a lock and they're in. There are several guards in the hallway, and they disable them and take their uniforms and guns.

Meanwhile, Jesper and Wylan enter from the roof. Jesper descends above a group of guards' heads, and Wylan has to distract them by singing the Fjerdan national anthem when they almost spot Jesper. They attack the guards, dress in their uniforms, and hurry to the gate. Their mission is to cut the rope on the winch controlling the gate, but instead of the expected strong rope, the winch holds a metal chain. Wylan saws at the chain with shears while Jesper uses his Fabrikator power to weaken the links.

Nina reaches the palace and is relieved to see Kaz and Matthias have made it, too. She sidesteps the Fjerdan men who hit on her, trying to find a high ranking official who will know where Yul-Bayur is being held and who is tipsy enough to tell her. Jarl Brum gets her attention: he is the drüskelle leader who supposedly drowned over a year ago in the shipwreck which she and Matthias survived.

It has been slow going for Jesper and Wylan. Jesper hears the Elderclock chime and knows they should already be done, but not long after, they are able to raise the gate, setting off the bells of Black Protocol. After Jesper and Wylan escape the courtyard, the chain finally breaks completely, closing the gate behind them.

Inej, detained by the guards, is identified by Heleen Van Houden , the owner of the Menagerie. Just as Heleen explains that Inej is not a Menagerie girl and instead works for the criminal Kaz Brekker and that he must be here, too, they all hear the bells of Black Protocol. The guards tell them no one is getting out of the complex tonight and haul Inej to the prison sector.

Nina hopes Brum does not recognize her from the ship over a year ago, since she looks so different in Menagerie clothes than she did as a dirty prisoner. She decides to take a chance and see if he can reveal Yul-Bayur's location to her. She acts like she wants to see a Grisha in person, and he offers to escort her away to show her one. He takes her to the treasury, the most secure location in the Ice Court, and she wonders if this is where Yul-Bayur is.

Brum explains that the former vault is now used as a laboratory. The hallway in the lab is filled with cells sealed with white doors with a window on each. Each cell holds a young Grisha obviously dosed up on  jurda parem . Brum calls them "the future." Nina asks him to take her somewhere private, insinuating that he will get a reward, but really plans on torturing him for info on Yul-Bayur's location. He leads her to a secluded room, but it is actually just another cell. Brum locks her inside and reveals he knew who she was all along. He threatens to push the button to release jurda parem  in gaseous form but then says there's someone else with much more reason than he to take vengeance on her. Matthias' face appears in the window on the door. He says he found Brum as soon as he was able, and he's anxious to see Nina dosed with  parem  so she will betray her own people.

As they walk away from Nina's cell, Matthias asks Brum about the scientist creating the parem . Brum says as long as the scientist cooperates, he lives. Matthias is deeply troubled by the Grisha being held there and finds out Brum has secretly kept and experimented on all convicted Grisha even before  jurda parem . Even though he had hoped for Nina to be imprisoned for a long time, Matthias is surprised by the pain that he feels now that it's done. He asks about Yul-Bayur, and Brum reveals he is held here in the lab, behind a door opened only by the key around his neck.

Brum says he'll show him to Matthias soon, but he must first make sure the Black Protocol was properly administered. He promises he will get Matthias reinstated as a  drüskelle . Matthias thinks back over how Brum took him in when he was an orphan and trained him to be the dutiful, loyal drüskelle  he used to be. Then he thinks about how that all changed when he met Nina. After spending time with her, his hate for Grisha vanished when he realized how human and good she is. Matthias embraces his mentor and then uses a sleeper hold to render him unconscious. This new plan had formed in the ballroom when Matthias saw Brum recognize and then approach Nina. Kaz thought they could save Nina and at the same time use Brum to get Yul-Bayur. Matthias drags Brum into a cell, takes the key from around his neck, and locks the door behind him. He leaves to go rescue Nina.

Jesper and Wylan encounter guards just as several Tidemakers materialize out of thin air and draw the blood out of the guards. They begin to do the same to Jesper and Wylan, but Jesper manages to kill them with his own Grisha ability.

Matthias and Nina make it to the vault and find Yul-Bayur's son, Kuwei Yul-Bo , who says his father was killed in a battle between the Fjerdans and the Kerch. Nina and Matthias, despite their original intention to kill Bo Yul-Bayur, decide not to kill this innocent boy who has been held captive based on his father's actions. They ask Kuwei to destroy the lab, which he does, revealing he is an Inferni . His father, who was also Grisha, accidentally developed  jurda parem  when he was trying to develop a potion to hide their abilities and keep them safe.

Matthias and Nina exit the vault facility with Kuwei but are stopped by drüskelle . Kaz, dressed as a drüskelle , uproots the sacred ash tree in the center of the Ice Court and drags himself, Nina, Matthias, and Kuwei into the hole. They activate their baleen  pellets, which give them about ten minutes of breathable air underwater, as they fall into the icy moat. Kaz hopes he has figured out the Ice Court complex correctly—that it is built on a spring, and the river will carry them into the gorge below. As his ten minutes runs out and they are still underwater, his thoughts go to Inej. He realizes he wants to live to tell her that he wants to be a better man for her.

Inej is taken down the prison corridor by two guards. She sees two more coming toward them and decides to try to overtake them, but the two approaching guards reveal themselves to be Jesper and Wylan in disguise, who easily take down the two guards who were escorting her. The three of them work to drill their way through Grisha-made glass using a drill built by Wylan and a diamond Inej stole from Heleen back at the celebration. Guards are banging on the doors trying to get in. When they make a small hole, Inej jumps through and swings trapeze-like on a chandelier to land on a tank. She shoots a cannonball at the glass to break the rest; Wylan and Jesper swing on ropes through the hole and onto the tank. Jesper takes over driving, and Wylan helps Inej with the guns. They roll through the enclosure and then break through the wall while the Fjerdan army tries to stop them.

Nina, Matthias, and Kuwei emerge from the river and pull themselves to shore. Kaz is unconscious, and Nina and Matthias revive him. They hear something coming in the distance and hope it's their friends in the tank. It is, but they are being pursued by many more tanks. They take out the bridge with their cannon so the other tanks can't follow.

They drive the tank through Djerholm, but when they crest the hill by the harbor, they see hundreds of Fjerdan troops and one Heartrender on  parem . The Fjerdans say they will attack Kaz's crew unless they release Kuwei to them. Nina thinks their only chance is for her to take  parem and fight fire with fire. The Grisha they have witnessed become hopelessly addicted after just one dose, with ultimately fatal withdrawal symptoms, so her friends try to talk her out of it, but she knows it's the only way. Nina takes a dose from Kuwei.

Nina kills the Heartrender first and then takes control of all the Fjerdan soldiers at once, but a group of drüskelle  show up wearing clothing protecting them from her Heartrender powers. They shoot Matthias in the chest, and Nina immediately heals him. They shoot Nina repeatedly, and she heals herself over and over. She uses the soldiers under her control to take off all of the  drüskelle's  protective clothing, leaving them vulnerable to her power. However, at Matthias' request she refrains from killing them. The group boards the  Ferolind  and takes off out of the harbor.

They make it safely to the open sea, and the group anxiously watches Nina while Kuwei explains the effects of jurda parem withdrawal. Nina tells Inej that with her current enhanced senses, she can hear Kaz's breath catch every time he looks at her. Alone with Inej, Kaz asks what she will do with her share of the money. She says she will buy a boat, get a crew, and learn how to sail. He asks her to stay with him instead. She says he has to shed his armor for her to be in a relationship with him; he doesn't respond and Inej leaves.

Withdrawal sets in for Nina, her body aching all over, and Matthias is by her side the whole time. Jesper feels guilty that he did not offer to take  parem to help Nina and wonders why he hasn't seen Wylan since they boarded the ship. When they spot Ketterdam , Jesper, Kaz, and Rotty take a longboat to shore and send a runner to take a message to Van Eck.

They meet Van Eck on Vellgeluk , a small nearby island. He has the money but double crosses them, revealing his group of Tidemakers and Squallers on parem , and says none of them will leave the island. Kaz stops him from destroying the Ferolind , saying that his son Wylan stayed behind on the ship. However, Van Eck does not care about the life of his son: he has always been ashamed of his Wylan, who is illiterate, and has his Grisha destroy the ship anyway.

But Kaz has a trick up his sleeve, too. Kuwei is not on Vellgeluk with them; rather, it is Wylan tailored to look like Yul-Bayur's son. Van Eck insists they tell him where the real Kuwei Yul-Bo is, but Kaz says only if he lets them safely off the island with their money. Van Eck gives the order to kill everyone except Kaz. He then sees Kaz glance at Inej for just a second, and realizes she is Kaz's weakness. His flying Squallers capture Inej, Van Eck's men grab the money, and they escape the island with Inej in tow. He announces they have one week to bring him the real Kuwei or Inej will be tortured.

Jesper is furious that Kaz did not tell him about Wylan's transformation and confused by Wylan's willingness to follow through with it. Kaz is furious that Jesper let Pekka Rollins learn about their heist plans before they left town. Jesper did not realize his mistake, and Kaz kept his plan for Wylan secret from Jesper as punishment. Stuck on Vellgeluk with no Inej and no money, Kaz begins to create a new scheme to target Van Eck.

Kaz, Jesper, Matthias, Wylan and Nina pay Pekka Rollins a visit at the Emerald Palace . Pekka owes Kaz a favor since Kaz let him escape instead of killing him back at the Ice Court prison, and Kaz has come to collect. Kaz gives a vague summary of their situation and asks for two things: a fast message to the Ravkan capital and 200,000  kruge  to fund their next plan. In return, Kaz gives Pekka his shares in the Crow Club and Fifth Harbor. Pekka complies. Before he leaves, Kaz mentions that he doesn't think Pekka remembers him at all. Pekka says he doesn't but asks if he should. Kaz says not yet, and Pekka can see the hatred in his eyes for just a second. Pekka watches the crew leave his casino, and once they are out the door he realizes that he is missing everything valuable that was on his person: his pocket watch, his wallet, his tie pin, his coin pendant, and the gold buckles on his shoes. Pekka hopes Van Eck kills Kaz.

Characters [ ]

Kaz brekker [ ].

Also known as "Dirtyhands", Kaz Brekker is effectively the leader of the Dregs , one of the gangs in the Barrel, in Ketterdam, Kerch . He has a fearsome reputation of doing anything and everything to get what he wants, and he doesn't care who he has to knock down on the way. Kaz has a vendetta against Pekka Rollins for taking his money and causing the death of his brother, Jordie Rietveld . Kaz has also developed a phobia of skin on skin contact, and always wears black leather gloves, leading to a proliferation of rumors about his hands.

Inej Ghafa [ ]

Also known as the 'Wraith', Inej Ghafa is a spy for the Dregs. She is a Suli girl whose father trained her in acrobatics. She can scale buildings, walk on a tightrope, spy on people, and break in and out of buildings.

When Inej was fourteen, she was kidnapped by slavers and brought to Kerch, where she was sold to the Menagerie (also called The House of Exotics), a brothel owned by Tante Heleen . Inej suffered beatings by Tante Heleen at the Menagerie and was forced to wear the Suli silks as she was sold to customers. She unknowingly signed a contract written in Kerch for her service at the Menagerie, and at the time, Inej only spoke Suli. She was rescued from the contract by Kaz Brekker, who came to the Menagerie and paid off her "debts" to Tante Heleen. He trained her to kill, pick locks, and build a reputation for her new moniker, the "Wraith".

Inej uses knives that she has named after saints, all of which are hidden on her body in various places. Sankt Petyr, her first knife (given to her by Kaz Brekker), is hidden on her right hand; Sankta Alina is hidden on her left. Sankta Marya and Sankta Anastasia are hidden on her thighs, Sankt Vladimir in one of her boots, and Sankta Lizabeta is hidden on her belt.

Jesper Fahey [ ]

The 'sharpshooter' of the crew, Jesper Fahey, is a talented marksman. Jesper moved to Kerch from Novyi Zem , where he worked with his father on their farm. While in Novyi Zem, he worked under a blacksmith and was a university student. He has a gambling habit, which led to him dropping out of school when he got into debts. Jesper is friendly, witty, and sarcastic, a bright and talkative young man.

It is later revealed in the novel that Jesper is a Fabrikator . His father had encouraged him to suppress his powers, fearing for his son's safety should his Grisha status become known. In Crooked Kingdom, it is implied that his accuracy in shooting can be enhanced by his Fabrikator powers.

Nina Zenik [ ]

Nina is a Grisha and one of the Corporalki , and trained at the Little Palace to become a Heartrender. She accelerated her training to become part of the Second Army, and worked with Zoya Nazyalensky to track down the Grisha and help them hide their powers to avoid capture by the drüskelle , Fjerdan witch hunters. However, Nina was captured by Matthias Helvar , another drüskelle , and was put on a ship to Fjerda. She and Matthias managed to escape in a storm, and she saved his life. They journeyed together and became allies, but ended up splitting up when Nina turned him in to Kerch officials on charges of slavery in an attempt to protect him from Grisha spies who would have brought him back to Ravka.

Afterward, Nina left for Ketterdam, plotting to break Matthias out, and was contracted by Kaz Brekker to work at the House of the White Rose . Up until she became part of the group, she charged people for use of her Heartrender powers.

Matthias Helvar [ ]

Matthias is a Fjerdan soldier—a drüskelle . He was put into Hellgate after being falsely accused by Nina of being a slave trader. Years in confinement have made him cold and brutal, hateful and unforgiving, his only will to continue living being his wish for revenge against the woman who betrayed him. After being liberated by the Dregs , he slowly warmed up not only to Nina but to all of the Dregs , and ends up being a pivotal member on their journey to complete their mission.

Wylan Van Eck [ ]

Wylan Van Eck is the son of  Jan Van Eck . He joins the team rescuing  Bo Yul-Bayur  from the Ice Court because of his knowledge in demolitions and his use as a hostage in negotiating the reward. Wylan was unable to learn to read, and left his father's house after suffering verbal abuse and neglect. After some time living on his own, he joined the Dregs . He has lived a sheltered, privileged life compared to the rest of gang, and is not as accustomed to the violence that they regularly experience.

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Inej climbing through the incinerator shaft in the Ice Court by E.K. Belsher for the Litjoy Special edition

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  • Inej's hidden blade, Sankta Alina, is named after the main protagonist of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy .
  • In Kerch, easy marks are referred to as "pigeons". In the Slovak translation of the book, Kaz and the other members of the Dregs refer to their marks and the people they're planning to rob as "geese to pluck". The verb "to pluck" ("oškubať") is commonly used in Slovak as a slang expression for "to rob someone of something".
  • Prior to the book's release, Leigh Bardugo hinted at a cameo from a character from the Shadow and Bone trilogy. The character to make this appearance is Zoya Nazyalensky .
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If you’re super excited about season 2 of Netflix’s Shadow and Bone series and you’ve never read the Leigh Bardugo books it’s based on, you might be thinking about trying the main trilogy the show adapts.

Here’s some unsolicited advice: Don’t start with the first novel, Shadow and Bone . Or even the first trilogy.

But wait, you might ask yourself, is that not the book that the show is based on? Isn’t it the first book of the series? The one that sets the stage for everything else? The one that introduces the Grisha , Sun Summoner Alina Starkov , and the swath of sentient darkness that tears Ravka in half ? Isn’t season 2 going to adapt the second book?

Well, yes. But you know how some Star Wars fans recommend a non-intuitive order to watch the movies? I’m about to suggest a similar strategy for diving into the Grishaverse books. It isn’t a particularly controversial method, by any means, but for those unfamiliar with the books, I am here to be your Grisha guide.

And with that: Start with Six of Crows.

jesper, inej, and kaz, along with an older woman, in shadows

Six of Crows is the first book in Bardugo’s spinoff duology. It focuses on a band of criminals led by the cunning Kaz Brekker as they pull off a grand heist. The duology takes place two years after the events of the first trilogy, but the first book doesn’t really contain any spoilers for what happens to Shadow and Bone ’s Alina, the Darkling , and the rest of the Ravka crew. I have no hard empirical data on this, but I would hazard a guess that Six of Crows is more popular than the main trilogy. Why else would the Crows characters be roped into the show, even though they don’t canonically appear in the first books?

Newbies starting to read the series with Six of Crows after watching the show won’t be lost, since out of the six “Crows,” five of them — Kaz, his right-hand knife-wielding spy Inej, sharpshooter Jesper, Ravkan spy Nina, and Fjerdan soldier (and hunter of Grisha) Matthias — appeared in season 1 of the TV series. Their characters will make more sense in the show with the background of the book, and the chance to see their future adventures in the existing books makes their storyline in the series more interesting. Additionally, Six of Crows steps out into the world beyond Ravka . Shadow and Bone is primarily concerned with Ravkan politics and what it means to be a Grisha, which is interesting on its own, but Six of Crows expands on the universe, and Bardugo’s world-building gets a chance to shine.

But starting with Six of Crows also makes sense because the Crows duology is just objectively better writing. Shadow and Bone has all the trappings of a debut novel. The first-person perspective does the other characters a disservice, and it follows a typical Chosen One setup. Even Bardugo admits there are things she wishes she’d done differently, like including more character diversity and fleshing out Mal’s character . The main trilogy gets better with each subsequent book, as Bardugo grows into her own world’s potential. But if you want to be pulled in from the get-go, Six of Crows is the way to go.

nina and matthias in the snow

My recommended order — even if you haven’t watched the show — is to start with Six of Crows , which aptly entices readers into a new world and has a cast of vivid, dynamic characters. Six of Crows does, admittedly, end on a cliffhanger, but the stakes it sets up will make the conflict in the main series even richer.

If you are curious enough, you should then switch to the main trilogy ( Shadow and Bone , Siege and Storm , and Ruin and Rising ), since the second Crows book, Crooked Kingdom , contains some spoilers for the big central Grishaverse plot, and some appearances from characters who appear in the first trilogy. Then move on to Crooked Kingdom . After that, you can dive into the sequel series ( King of Scars and Rule of Wolves ), which pulls in Nina, Squaller Zoya Nazyalensky, and Prince Nikolai Lantsov (my favorite character in the franchise) as they deal with the aftermath of the turmoil in Ravka.

Wait — I just finished the second season and there is a plot I don’t recognize

[ Ed. note: This section onwards contains some big spoilers for season 2 of Shadow and Bone ]

inej wielding a sword in a desert. next to her, zoya looks up

The newly released second season of Shadow and Bone adapts not one but two books, rounding out the original trilogy. As a result, some of the plotlines are sanded down in order to keep the momentum going. Additionally, the second season pulls a Six of Crows storyline from Crooked Kingdom and then tosses the Crows on a quest to Shu Han to fetch a legendary sword capable of cutting through shadow — the perfect weapon for Alina to use against Kirigan.

It’s that last plotline that doesn’t seem to have any book precedence. For the most part, save for some flashbacks, the Crows books keep the Crows in their home city of Ketterdam. But they’ve already made their way to Ravka, so what’s one more journey?

While the heist itself doesn’t come from a book, the story behind the sword is featured in Bardugo’s collection of Grishaverse-set short stories called The Lives of Saints . It’s a fully illustrated companion to the main books, detailing the tales behind some of the legendary Grisha who’ve basically become mythical figures. The sword, known as Neshyenyer , comes from the tale of Sankt Kho and Sankta Neyar . Neyar, a Durast, forged a sword to battle the clockwork soldiers created by Kho. It’s not more Crows, but it does expand upon that storyline.

inej battles a woman in chinese-inspired clothes in an open courtyard

The Lives of Saints isn’t the only companion book in the Grishaverse. The Language of Thorns is another collection of fairy tales set in the Grishaverse. There is also a Darkling prequel graphic novel called Demon in the Wood .

The Grishaverse books are an exciting fantasy series that ushered in a whole wave of high-fantasy YA that steps outside of the typical medieval England setting. If you haven’t paid much attention to the young-adult genre since it stopped dominating culture with series like the Twilight and Hunger Games novels , you may not realize the impact that Bardugo’s series has had on the genre since then. The world is rich, but the dynamic characters are what capture fans’ hearts. And judging by season 2, the Netflix series isn’t just drawing from the main books anymore — it’s expanding the story rapidly, changing the order of events, and diving into the greater Grishaverse.

Both seasons of Shadow and Bone are streaming on Netflix.

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A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes, Kaz Brekker is a criminal prodigy who made his name on Ketterdam’s streets by turning the Dregs into a gang to be reckoned with. Cunning, quick-witted, and a born leader, he’s a planner who leaves nothing to chance. Known as Dirtyhands, he doesn’t need a reason to break a leg, sever an alliance, or change a man’s fortunes with the turn of a card. 

Greed bows to me. It is my servant and my lever. 

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The thing with Crooked Kingdom is you have to decide whether or not you buy Kaz Brekker.

Not whether or not you like him, because of course you like him. Who wouldn't like him? He's a young thief prodigy, raised on the mean streets of Ketterdam. He's smarter than everyone and crueler than everyone and cooler than everyone. He's got a great nickname ("Dirtyhands" which, let's be honest, is one of the best criminal nicknames ever) and he walks with a cane and he never (or almost never) takes off his leather gloves because he's damaged and can't stand to touch other people or be touched. He has most of the best lines in the book (though not the funniest). He drives the action. He's the man (boy) with all the plans. You can't read Crooked Kingdom (Leigh Bardugo's sequel and conclusion to her young adult heist novel, Six Of Crows , an off-shoot of her original Grisha trilogy) and not like Kaz Brekker.

But do you believe in Kaz Brekker? That's the question. Even in a world full of magic and metal-winged flying assassins, witch-hunters and assorted Dutch-Victorian steampunkery, can you buy a teenaged crimelord masterminding an international long con that pits him against cops, gangsters, politicians, entire armies and pretty much everyone else in Bardugo's world?

If the answer is yes, then you're going to love Crooked Kingdom cover to cover. You're going to pick it up and lose hours in the twisting streets and alleys of Ketterdam, bouncing through the heads (and POVs) of each of her young leads in turn as Bardugo artfully skips and backtracks to show the complicated obscurations of Kaz's elaborate revenge plot.

'Six Of Crows' Is A Well-Turned Heist Tale

'Six Of Crows' Is A Well-Turned Heist Tale

And if the answer is no? Well here's the kicker. Even if you can't buy Kaz Brekker — even if, like me, you think he comes off as a grizzled, hard-bitten, 60-year-old black-and-white film noir anti-hero crammed into the body of a teenager, like Justin Bieber doing a bad Abe Vigoda impression at a Tuesday night open mic at the Chuckle Hut — then you're still probably going to like Crooked Kingdom, because Bardugo? She's magic when it comes to world building.

With Ketterdam (and the larger Grisha universe that surrounds it), she has created a rattling, sighing, stinking and fog-shrouded world that feels real enough to have its own passport stamp and fascinating enough to want to visit. As an author, she knows it to the stones and as a stylist, she understands just how to bring it to life on the page. Her balance is exquisite. There's never too much or too little. Just a crooked canal here, the drooping arms of a willow there, the look of faded and peeling wallpaper, the weight of a pistol. We walk this world with her, and she knows every address.

Kingdom begins just days after the conclusion of Crows , with Kaz and his gang just having pulled off the biggest, most impossible heist in the history of heists and then getting double/triple/quadruple-crossed by, well, everyone. They have been battered, hurt and betrayed. One of their own has been taken by the Big Bad and must be rescued. And there's still the question of the drug, jurda parem , that makes super heroes out of ordinary Grisha magicians, and turns them junkie at the least taste.

It's tough to say more about the plot without starting to give things away, and that wouldn't be fair, because so much of the joy of Crooked Kingdom is in the disparate but interlocking narratives and their coordinated, clockwork reveals. Bardugo has a stage magician's flair for misdirection, but I can say this: If Crows was Harry Potter does Ocean's Eleven , then Kingdom is Heat performed by a university drama club. It's darker and grittier and the stakes (world war, the fate of nations) have been raised through the roof. It's heavy stuff, full of blood and murder, revenge and redemption. But it's leavened by the snarking banter between Bardugo's leads, competing love stories and her greatest trick: An enduring sense of dark, larcenous fun.

Ketterdam and the Barrel are the dark places of our own imaginings. Every desire, every vice, every greedy impulse — they're all laid out in the tombs and canals, gaming halls and whorehouses. They're Diagon Alley after dark, when the bad kids come out to play. And even if you wouldn't want to live there, I promise you you'll want to visit.

Especially when you can do it in the company of Kaz Brekker and his Crows.

Jason Sheehan is an ex-chef, a former restaurant critic and the current food editor of Philadelphia magazine. But when no one is looking, he spends his time writing books about spaceships, aliens, giant robots and ray guns. Tales From the Radiation Age is his latest book.

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'Shadow and Bone': How Kaz Brekker Proved that Intelligence and Wit Are More Valuable Than Strength

The Grisha may be able to stop hearts with the flick of their wrists, but one underground criminal with the power of wit alone steals the show

Based on two series of books in Leigh Bardugo 's Grishaverse, the Shadow and Bone (2012) trilogy and the Six of Crows (2015) duology, the YA fantasy series Shadow and Bone is one of Netflix's most popular fantasy series to date. Fans have been eagerly waiting for an official premiere date for the second season, but there has been no word yet as to when we might see our Sun Summoner make her triumphant return. However, production for the second season has officially begun, and Netflix recently announced three new cast members who will be playing much-anticipated roles in the second season: Patrick Gibson ( The Portable Door , The OA ) as Nikolai Lantsov, the Prince of Ravka who goes by the alias "Sturmhond"; Jack Wolfe ( The Magic Flute , The Witcher ) as Wylan Hendriks, the newest member of the Crows; and Anna Leong Brophy ( Back , Traces ) as Tamar Kir-Bataar and Lewis Tan ( Mortal Kombat , Wu Assassins ) as her twin brother Tolya, dangerous Heartrenders and members of Sturmhond's crew.

There is no better time than now, while we eagerly wait for some more Season 2 news, than to revisit one of Shadow and Bone 's most iconic characters.

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The countries of Ravka and Kerch — where Season 1 primarily takes place — are flush with heroes and villains, all gifted with power that can either save Ravka — or destroy it. There are the Grisha such as our leading antagonist General Kirigan ( Ben Barnes ), who has the power of being handsome and also cutting people in half in the blink of an eye. There are soldiers of the First Army like Mal ( Archie Renaux ), who can track anything with a pulse. There are charismatic criminals who can take anyone out with one expertly aimed knife or bullet like Inej ( Amita Suman ) and Jesper ( Kit Young ).

And then there's Kaz Brekker ( Freddy Carter ), the leader of the deliciously disruptive trio of underground criminals known as The Crows. Kaz, along with his right-hand associate Inej, master of stealth and knife-throwing with a devotion to the Saints, and Jesper, gifted sharpshooter with a devotion to Milo the goat, are hired to complete a seemingly impossible job in exchange for a million kruge: cross the Fold and steal the one and only Sun Summoner, Alina Starkov ( Jessie Mei Li ).

Shadow and Bone Kaz Inej Jesper

Kaz is not Grisha, nor is he a soldier, an assassin, a spy, or a sharpshooter — he's a club owner with a sharp sense of style and a trademark cane in the shape of a crow. But he is still Shadow and Bone 's most dangerous player.

Kaz's power may not be brute strength or the gift of the Small Science, but he has something even rarer: his incomparable intelligence. He has an impeccable talent for observation, for spotting what others wouldn't even spare a glance. He is quick at piecing together even the most minute of details to draw conclusions that not only put him ahead, but oftentimes, save his (and the Crows') lives.

In order to cross the Fold, which is surely a death sentence, and arguably not worth any amount of money — even a million kruge — Kaz figures out that there is clearly a way to cross and live to tell the tale based solely on how a woman in his club counted her money. When she tells him that she is from West Ravka, he retorts that West Ravkans count their money from one hand to the other, but she counts like people in the East who work the mines in Sikursk. Based on this one minor detail, Kaz deduces that the woman has crossed the Fold and presses her to tell him how. She tells him about "The Conductor," or Arken ( Howard Charles ), as he is later introduced, who gets people across the Fold.

Shadow and Bone Jesper Kaz Inej

Later, when Arken betrays the Crows and attempts to murder Alina in a surprising turn of events, it comes as a shock to everyone except Kaz. Before their trip across the Fold, Kaz sees the Conductor meeting with General Zlatan, ( Tom Weston-Jones ), lead supporter of West Ravkan independence, and quickly deduces that they are in league together. He purposely sends Arken after Alina's double during their kidnapping attempt at the Little Palace, knowing he likely is planning on murdering the Sun Summoner. Of course, Kaz is right yet again and has already planned for it.

There is certainly an instant gratification that comes with watching Alina turn into a human sunbeam, or Jesper shoot a volcra through the roof on a precarious train ride whilst holding Milo the (very adorable) goat. But Kaz's masterful improv and quick dismantling of the obstacles blocking his path to success — whether it's Pekka Rollins or Arken or even the Fold itself — all based on wit alone is like watching all the puzzle pieces come together faster than you can blink.

Kaz also turns what others would view as a weakness into an asset. He walks with a distinctive limp, a sign of what author Leigh Bardugo has said was inspired by osteonecrosis, a condition she herself suffers from. He supports himself using his iconic crow-headed cane that also doubles as a weapon, an advantage over those who clearly underestimate him.

Shadow and Bone Freddy Carter (Kaz Brekker), Amita Suman (Inej Ghafa), Kit Young (Jesper Fahey) social

Despite Kaz being an intellectually powered scheming mastermind, he can also admit that, although it certainly doesn't happen often, he was wrong about something. He may not be declaring his allegiance to the Saints any time soon, but after running all the possible scenarios, Kaz admits to Inej that she was right about Alina, and that he was wrong. This isn't smoke and mirrors: Alina is the real deal. Maybe not a savior, in his opinion, but a Grisha who can manipulate light — an extraordinary gift.

For fans of the show who haven't read the books, Kaz is still relatively shrouded in mystery. He's not motivated by nor does he subscribe to a higher power, and he doesn't seem to be guided by any particular moral compass — except for when it comes to his Crows. As he tells Inej, a devout believer in the Saints, he may not believe in the Saints, but he believes in her, and in Jesper, and in himself: the Crows. Clearly, Kaz is more than your traditional underground criminal looking for his next bit of coin. But what motivates him? There is a brief moment in the last episode where Kaz tells Jesper that he recognizes the look on General Kirigan's face: one of a man consumed with vengeance. Jesper reponds, "See it enough in the mirror, do you?"

Fingers crossed we will learn more about Kaz's motives in the second season! But here's what we do know: Kaz is a force to be reckoned with, and we can't wait to see what he plans next.

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Kaz's shadow and bone backstory is actually so, so much worse.

Kaz Brekker’s backstory in Shadow and Bone is painful, but it’s even more horrifying with the added details given in the Six of Crows books.

When Netflix’s Shadow and Bone finally revealed Kaz Brekker’s history, there were several Six Of Crows book details that would have made his backstory even worse than the show implied. At only nine years old, before Kaz ever became Dirtyhands, he and his brother Jordie were caught in a scam run by Pekka Rollins, posing as a harmless merchant. Shortly after losing their money, the brothers fell victim to a plague, and Jordie never recovered. Unfortunately for Pekka Rollins, Kaz survived the ordeal and soon put the pieces of the scam together. From that moment on, Kaz became obsessed with destroying Rollins’ entire empire.

Kaz is known for his ever-present leather gloves and mercilessness, but it turns out that those characteristics are actually connected. Kaz doesn’t only lose his brother in the plague, but is literally sent adrift in the harbor along with the bodies of the plague’s victims - including Jordie. The nightmarish experience, which included using his brother’s lifeless body to stay afloat on his way back to the harbor, resulted in Kaz being unable to stand skin-to-skin contact. The show reveals all this without going into the details, but more focus on them would have given so much more weight to Kaz’s situation.

Shadow and Bone Skips Over Kaz's Transformation

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The raft of bodies Kaz finds himself on during the show’s flashbacks doesn’t quite capture the full horror he experiences in the books, particularly the part about having to cling to Jordie’s body all the way back to the harbor. And without clear depictions of what the younger Kaz experienced immediately after returning to Ketterdam, there is no way to bridge the two versions of Kaz together. For the sake of time, the show has to gloss over his metamorphosis and the result is a little underwhelming compared to the horrors in the book.

The show portrays Kaz as a ruthless and manipulative criminal mastermind, but before Jordie’s Shadow and Bone death , Kaz had been a happy kid who was obsessed with learning the magic tricks he and his brother would see on the street. As Kaz reinvents himself in order to survive, he turns his mind to scheming, which would have been an interesting development to see. Shadow and Bone makes it crystal-clear that Kaz hates Rollins and Freddy Carter’s performance perfectly captures Kaz’s viciousness, but the show doesn’t fully explain how Kaz evolved into the heartless gangster in his quest to destroy Rollins.

Kaz's Past Makes His Character Scarier

Kaz Brekker in Shdow and Bone.

The missing details of Kaz’s backstory would highlight the ways his brother’s death and Pekka’s betrayal changed him. Before that, Kaz had been a sweet kid, which makes his transformation into such a brutal young man all the more terrifying. Revealing that his character was the result of a corruption arc fueled by hate would have benefited from an onscreen depiction of young Kaz joining the Dregs, donning his gloves out of necessity, and carving out a reputation for himself as Dirtyhands . Kaz was willing to destroy what was left of his goodness if it meant he could destroy his nemesis, and that makes him even more dangerous. There are many alarming backstories in Shadow and Bone , but Kaz’s is easily one of the worst.

Shadow and Bone: Will Leigh Bardugo write a third Six of Crows book?

By raquel morales | mar 30, 2021.

SHADOW AND BONE (L to R) KIT YOUNG as JESPER FAHEY, AMITA SUMAN as INEJ GHAFA and FREDDY CARTER as KAZ BREKKER of SHADOW AND BONE Cr. DAVID APPLEBY/NETFLIX © 2021

Netflix’s new show , Shadow and Bone , is officially less than a month away from hitting Netflix ! Could we see a third Six of Crows book by Leigh Bardugo in the near future?

With the premiere of one of the best fantasy shows of the year – yes, Shadow and Bone is THAT good – so close, it’s time to catch up on Leigh Bardugo ‘s books. Rules of Wolves, which is set in the same world as Shadow and Bone and Six of Crows, was just released on March 30, 2021, aka today!

While Shadow and Bone isn’t my favorite book, Six of Crows won me over from the beginning.  So much so that, immediately after finishing it (and healing my Kanej heart a bit), I started  Crooked Kingdom,  and my Kanej heart suffered more, but that’s another story. Still, without finishing reading this second book of our Crows, I already want the third!

You see, I have a pretty strange hobby that consists of reading the last pages of a book when I start it, and Crooked Kingdom was no exception. So, I know how it ends and that’s why I’m sure I need a lot more.

There are some loose ends that need to be resolved like Kanej’s relationship. After that beautiful gesture from Kaz, if they both team up to rid Ketterdam and The Barrel of slavers, what happens to Jesper and Wylan? How is Nina getting over Mattias? There’s a ton of stuff to tell a good story, to close the circle.

I don’t like open endings, and I prefer a happy ending because life outside the books already makes us suffer too much. I need to close that circle. That’s why I need a third part of Six of Crows.

Is there a third Six of Crows book?

Not so far, and it doesn’t seem like there will be anytime soon.

The author, in 2018, confirmed on  twitter that this possible third part of Six of Crows could happen, although it would take years to do so. Is that still the plan?

Much has changed in three years. Bardugo is pretty busy right now with Shadow and Bone series on Netflix and the duology about Nikolai, which includes Rule of Wolves, so it’s possible we’ll never see the third book in the series.

I can see it from another point of view, though. Shadow and Bone is going to be an indisputable success; that’s a fact. Perhaps it may be time to continue to please the fans by giving us more Six of Crows and tying up some loose ends? We hope so!

Some fans might want Six of Crows to stay as a duology. This is very interesting to me. Reading Crooked Kingdom for the first time and knowing how we all love the Crows, I found it ironic that part of the fandom was hoping we wouldn’t see more from these characters.

But, honestly, Matthias’s death still hurts, and we can’t contemplate the death of Kaz, Inej, Jesper, Nina or Wylan. It would be too much pain for our hearts.

I still want to see a third Six of Crows book, but we’ll just have to wait and see if it ever happens.

Stay tuned for more news about Bardugo’s books!

Shadow and Bone hits Netflix on April 23.

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For two seasons, Kaz has made clear that he sees his disability as part of his strength. With a potential “Six of Crows” spin-off in the works, his arc could become even grander.

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In the sprawling fantasy series Shadow and Bone , our resident hot antihero, Kaz Brekker, is practically a legend. Known to many as the “bastard of the Barrel” in the seedy port city of Ketterdam, Kaz is known for cunning, his devoted gang of “Crows,” and above all, his ruthlessness. Tortured by childhood trauma and hopelessly in love with a fellow Crow, Kaz spends most of his time either scheming against his enemies or dreaming about a romantic future that feels just out of reach—for now.

As fans of both Leigh Bardugo’s book series and the Netflix adaptation know, Kaz also happens to walk with a limp and use a cane—a detail that, refreshingly, informs Kaz’s characterization without defining him. Kaz lives in a fictional universe teeming with healers, but he never considers “fixing” his mobility issues.

As Bardugo writes in her Grishaverse novel Six of Crows , “There was no part of him that was not broken, that had not healed wrong, and there was no part of him that was not stronger for having been broken. The cane became a part of the myth he built.” With the recent news that Netflix is testing the waters for a Six of Crows spin-off, which would give the Crows of Ketterdam their own series, there’s potential for Kaz to evolve even more.

Kaz is not exactly the norm for disability representation. Fictional characters with canes tend to either be elderly or spiritually corrupt. Bardugo told Refinery29 during a 2021 interview that some fans have told her they envisioned Kaz—a teenager in the books—as an old man. “I know why!” she said. “It’s because you’ve never seen anyone in media with a mobility aid that isn’t an ancient crone.”

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In some cases, like Jojo Moyes’ Me Before You , disabled people can be portrayed as objects of pity . Kaz might be a fantasy character, but next to the tropes often deployed to tell disabled people’s stories, he feels a lot more believable than most. It also doesn’t hurt that in both the book and the TV series, Kaz Brekker is devastatingly hot—even if he is, like most of us, an absolute mess on the inside.

That’s not to say that Kaz doesn’t have his issues. His disability might not be the result of a traumatic backstory, but he does have a traumatic backstory: As the show’s fans learned during Season 2, Kaz’s arch nemesis in the Barrel, Pekka Rolliins, cheated him and his brother Jordie as children, setting off a chain of events that resulted in Jordie’s death due to a plague. Kaz constantly relives the memory of waking up on a raft covered in dead bodies, including his brother’s, covered in pox. He still has touch aversion and wears gloves everywhere he goes.

It’s no accident that Kaz is so carefully developed; Bardugo has discussed how her own degenerative bone disease (and use of a cane) inspired her to create a character whose power seems to stem directly from his cane. It was only after she’d finished writing her story and subsequently read it that Bardugo realized she’d created Kaz as a self-insert. As Bardugo told Refinery29 in 2021, “I will candidly say a lot of Kaz’s swagger has helped me on the days when I’m feeling self conscious—or when, quite honestly, my own internalized ableism gets the better of me.”

During that interview, Bardugo also addressed the frustration some book readers expressed when the series first debuted with the decision to cast Freddy Carter as Kaz. Carter, who has discussed practicing a limp for the role, does not appear to need a mobility aid in real life. In choosing him over a disabled actor, some argued , the show undercuts its own writing.

“I would point out that we don’t actually know,” Bardugo told Refinery29. “In the same way that we don’t know if somebody is queer unless they’re out. We don’t know if somebody is suffering from chronic pain or if someone is dealing with a different kind of disability. And I don’t think it’s appropriate to put that on the table for discussion. I think that’s unfair and intrusive.”

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Kaz’s cane introduces him in the Netflix series; he slams it on a card table as his pal Jesper Fahey (Kit Young) reaches for a giant cash pile at his casino. In one shot, we see not only Kaz’s power—the cane as an extension of his arm, his reach, and his command of his body—but also the mobility aid that might cause many to misjudge him. As we see throughout the series, Kaz’s foes occasionally underestimate him thanks to the cane, always at their own peril. In one scene during Season 2, which premiered last Friday, Kaz tells Inej that people often mistake his cane and his limp as his weakness. “No one’s ever smart enough to look for the real one.”

For Kaz, his disability is an outward-facing symbol of his resolve—one that also, conveniently, conceals his actual weaknesses. Still, like anyone, he has limitations. During Season 1, for instance, Kaz sneaks around the Little Palace in disguise without his cane and, at one point, darts into an alcove to take a break and soothe the pain in his leg. The moment does not, however, play into the idea that Kaz’s disability could somehow derail a future mission; instead, viewers see that Kaz had planned for this possibility before he ever set foot in the palace. It’s further confirmation that Kaz has earned his formidable reputation by staying in tune with his body rather than fighting against it.

Aptly enough, it’s a fight sequence that perhaps best sums up Shadow and Bone ’s approach to Kaz Brekker. When he saunters into a dive bar looking for some hungry and hardened mercenaries, Kaz quickly finds himself surrounded. He strikes with his cane first, catching one enemy by surprise before threading his cane into a nearby chair and whipping it across the room into another. Kaz stabs one fighter in the leg, and as the last of the brawlers fall, Kaz smirks at the men who are still standing, afraid to challenge him, while calling out, “I’d recommend a cane.” In one breath, Kaz sends two messages—the first, a taunt to the man whose leg he just maimed, and the second, a taunt to the room. Perhaps if they all knew how to fight with canes, they wouldn’t have lost.

Fans are still waiting for Netflix to greenlight a Shadow and Bone Season 3, but there’s also an even more tantalizing possibility on the table with this potential Crows-focused spinoff. No offense to Alina and Mal and the “save the world” plot at the center of the Grishaverse, but Kaz and the Crows and their abundant chemistry have already kind of run away with the show.

There’s also that nuclear “will they, won’t they” energy between Kaz and Inej (Amita Suman), who ended this season with some smoldering tension. The potential romance promises to deepen two characters who both already offer a delicate understanding of trauma.

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When Kaz asked Inej to stay with him in Ketterdam during the finale and confessed, “I want you,” she challenged him. She knew that he was not ready to be there for her romantically; he still has some pain to sort through. She murmured: “I will have you without your armor, Kaz Brekker, or I will not have you at all.” As co-showrunner Eric Heisserer recently told TVLine , “The tension will be palpable the next time those two are in the same room together.” No kidding!

It’s unclear whether Kaz and Inej will ever get together, or even kiss. (We won’t spoil what happens in the books here.) In truth, the outcome of their mutual romantic interest is beside the point. In spite of the assumptions others might make, these characters really see one another—and like all the star-crossed lovers and allies of the Grishaverse, it’s the way these characters open each other up that makes them so compelling. That said, if they do kiss? Not even merzost will be able to revive me.

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5 Interesting Characters Like Kaz Brekker From Six of Crows With Character Analysis: Broody, Skilled, and Cold-Hearted

Posted on Published: June 16, 2023  - Last updated: November 1, 2023

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If you’re a fan of Kaz and are seeking similar characters in other books, you’re in luck. Kaz Brekker from Leigh Bardugo’s Six of Crows has captivated readers with his broody demeanour, exceptional combat skills, and cold exterior that hides a multitude of complexities. In this post, we’ll explore a selection of male characters like Kaz Brekkerr, including their broody nature, exceptional combat abilities, and the art of killing. This post was inspired by my previous post 12 Characters Like Rhysand From A Court of Thorns and Roses due to its unexpected popularity. Let’s delve into the intriguing world of these captivating characters!

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Maven Calore from the Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard

Characters Like Kaz Brekker

“Anyone can betray anyone.”
  • Features : Cunning, intelligent, manipulative
  • Personality : Maven is known for his deceptive nature, a complex mix of charm and cruelty that keeps others guessing.
  • Why/how is he similar to Kaz? Similar to Kaz Brekker, Maven possesses a cunning and manipulative nature. He can be charming when it suits his purpose, but beneath the surface lies a dark and cruel streak. Like Kaz, Maven keeps others guessing and plays a dangerous game of deception.

Maven Calore from the Red Queen series by Victoria Aveyard bears an uncanny resemblance to the enigmatic Kaz Brekker wit his manipulative nature, as well as brooding and cunning demeanour. Like Kaz, Maven possesses a deceptive charm that masks his true intentions, making him a master of manipulation. Both characters excel in strategic thinking and possess a knack for outsmarting their adversaries, relying on their intelligence as their deadliest weapon. Maven’s complex emotional landscape adds depth to his character, mirroring the intricate layers of Kaz Brekker.

What truly sets Maven apart and contributes to his popularity among readers is the intricacy of his character. Despite his villainous actions, there are moments when Maven’s vulnerability and humanity shine through, evoking both empathy and fascination. Readers are compelled to understand the motivations behind Maven’s choices and navigate his internal struggles. Maven’s complexity adds layers to the story, creating tension and intrigue as readers grapple with their conflicting emotions toward him.

Moreover, Maven represents the allure of darkness and the exploration of morally gray areas. He challenges conventional notions of heroism and serves as a captivating foil to other characters in the series. Maven’s popularity can be attributed to his ability to defy easy categorization, leaving readers questioning their own judgments and delving into the complexities of human nature. Maven’s enigmatic persona and compelling journey make him an intriguing character that readers can’t help but be drawn to.

Elias Veturius from the An Ember in the Ashes series by Sabaa Tahir

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“I will die for you. But I won’t live for you.”
  • Features : Strong, conflicted, honourable
  • Personality : Elias embodies strength and honour while struggling with his own inner demons, creating a captivating character torn between duty and desire.
  • Why/how is he similar to Kaz? Elias shares similarities with Kaz in terms of being conflicted and having a brooding demeanour. He is torn between his duty and desires, and his internal struggles add depth to his character. Like Kaz, Elias carries the weight of his choices and battles with his emotions.

Elias Veturius captivates readers with his complex personality and compelling behaviour. At first glance, Elias appears as a stoic and disciplined soldier, dedicated to his duty and loyalty to the core. His unwavering determination and impressive physical abilities make him a force to be reckoned with on the battlefield. However, beneath his hardened exterior lies a character grappling with internal conflicts and the weight of his choices, mirroring the enigmatic qualities of Kaz Brekker.

Similar to Kaz, Elias’s internal struggles and past burdens make him a fascinating and multi-dimensional character that readers can’t help but connect with. Elias embodies the eternal conflict between following the path laid out for him and forging his own destiny. He questions the oppressive system in which he was raised and yearns for freedom from the Martial Empire’s tyranny. This clash of loyalty and rebellion adds depth to his character as readers witness his inner battle against the expectations imposed upon him. Elias’s introspective nature and willingness to challenge authority make him relatable and intriguing.

Elias’s popularity among readers can be attributed to his growth throughout the series. As the story unfolds, he undergoes significant personal development, questioning his own beliefs and confronting moral dilemmas. His journey of self-discovery and the choices he makes along the way showcase his complexity and humanity. It is this internal struggle and emotional depth that draw readers to Elias, as they become invested in his transformation.

Additionally, Elias’s strong sense of justice and compassion contribute to his widespread appeal . Despite his training as a soldier, he possesses a sensitive and empathetic side, deeply caring for those around him. His ability to form genuine connections and his unwavering commitment to fighting for what is right make him a captivating and admirable character. Readers are inspired by Elias’s moral compass and his unwavering determination to bring about positive change in a world consumed by darkness.

Valek from the Study series by Maria V. Snyder

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“Trust is earned, not given.”
  • Features : Mysterious, intelligent, skilled assassin
  • Personality : Valek is a master spy with a keen intellect, lethal skills, and a penchant for secrecy, making him an enigmatic and intriguing character.
  • Why/how is he similar to Kaz? Valek resembles Kaz in his mysterious and intelligent nature. As a skilled assassin and spy, he keeps his true intentions hidden, much like Kaz with his calculated moves and penchant for secrecy. Valek’s sharp intellect and lethal skills align with Kaz’s expertise in combat and strategic thinking.

Valek, the enigmatic assassin and spymaster, is a character whose intriguing personality and captivating behaviour warrant closer examination. With his brooding and mysterious aura, Valek immediately grabs readers’ attention, leaving them eager to unravel the secrets that lie beneath his cold and calculated exterior. His exceptional combat and espionage skills only add to his formidable presence in the story.

This enigmatic character shares striking similarities with Kaz Brekker. Both possess a mastery of espionage and an acute sense of observation, allowing them to navigate treacherous situations with finesse. Valek’s calculated actions and emotional detachment mirror Kaz’s enigmatic persona, creating a sense of intrigue and complexity.

Known for his unwavering loyalty and unwavering commitment to his duties, Valek adheres to a strict code of conduct, always prioritizing the greater good. His disciplined nature and meticulous attention to detail reflect his pursuit of excellence in every task he undertakes. Valek’s ability to detach himself emotionally enables him to make tough decisions and fulfill his responsibilities without hesitation.

Beneath his stoic façade, Valek possesses layers of complexity. His sharp wit and dry sense of humour occasionally break through, offering glimpses of his true self. While he may appear aloof, moments of compassion and empathy emerge, particularly when it concerns those he holds dear. It is these multifaceted aspects of Valek’s character that add depth and intrigue.

Valek’s popularity stems from his undeniable charisma and enigmatic nature. Readers are drawn to the aura of mystery that surrounds him, as well as the inherent danger he exudes. His role as a mentor and confidant to the series’ protagonist, along with the slow-burning romance between him and Yelena, further captivates readers, keeping them invested in their enthralling journey.

Victor Vale from Vicious by V.E. Schwab

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“Plenty of humans were monstrous, and plenty of monsters knew how to play at being human.”
  • Features : Calculating, morally ambiguous, intelligent
  • Personality: Victor is a complex character who dances on the line between hero and villain, driven by a desire for revenge and possessing a sharp intellect.
  • Why/how is he similar to Kaz? Victor, identical to Kaz, showcases a morally ambiguous personality. He blurs the line between hero and villain, driven by his desires and seeking revenge. Victor’s intelligence and manipulation skills mirror Kaz’s ability to navigate complex situations and manipulate others for his own gain.

Victor Vale, the complex and enigmatic character, demands a closer analysis of his personality and behaviour. With his cold and calculating demeanour, Victor stands out as a unique and compelling figure in the story. He possesses a brilliant mind and a thirst for power that drives his every action.

Victor’s brooding and enigmatic nature, coupled with his exceptional powers and intelligence, mirrors Kaz’s enigmatic persona. Both characters possess a dark and complex moral compass, navigating the blurred lines between hero and villain. Victor’s sharp wit and sharp tongue, combined with his mastery of manipulation, mirror the cunning and calculated nature of Kaz Brekker.

Victor’s intelligence and strategic thinking make him a force to be reckoned with. He excels in manipulating situations and people to achieve his goals, always several steps ahead of his adversaries. His sharp wit and calculated decisions showcase his cunning nature and ability to outsmart those around him. Victor is relentless in his pursuit of justice and revenge, displaying a determination that borders on obsession.

Beneath his composed exterior, Victor struggles with his own morality. He is not a conventional hero but rather an anti-hero, walking the fine line between right and wrong. His complex emotions and internal conflicts add depth to his character, as he battles with the consequences of his choices and the blurred boundaries of good and evil. Victor’s moral ambiguity is a key aspect of his appeal, as readers are drawn to his dark and unpredictable nature.

Victor’s popularity stems from his intriguing personality and the captivating dynamic he shares with other characters. His complex relationship with his former friend-turned-nemesis adds tension and depth to the narrative. Readers are fascinated by the intricate dance of power and manipulation between these two characters. Victor’s intelligence, ruthlessness, and hidden vulnerabilities make him an irresistible character to follow.

Mark Blackthorn from The Dark Artifices series by Cassandra Clare

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“I have been broken. I have been reborn. I have been remade.”
  • Features : Tragic, resilient, skilled warrior
  • Personality : Mark is a complex character with a tragic past, navigating a world of shadows while showcasing his resilience and lethal combat skills.
  • Why/how is he similar to Kaz? Mark shares a connection with Kaz in terms of resilience and a tragic past. Both characters have faced personal hardships and demonstrate strength in the face of adversity. Mark’s combat skills and ability to survive in a world of shadows parallel Kaz’s expertise and survival instincts.

Mark Blackthorn, a prominent character from The Dark Artifices series by Cassandra Clare, offers an intriguing personality and behaviour that warrant closer examination. Mark embodies a brooding and mysterious aura, often displaying a cool and detached exterior. Despite his reserved nature, he possesses exceptional skills and a complex emotional landscape. Like Kaz, Mark is skilled in combat and possesses a resourcefulness that allows him to navigate dangerous situations.

Despite his troubled past, Mark remains fiercely loyal to those he cares about, showcasing the same devotion and protective nature that defines Kaz’s character. He carries himself with an air of self-assurance, often appearing aloof and distant. His quiet intensity and guarded nature make him an enigma, captivating readers with his hidden depths and untold secrets. Mark’s ability to maintain a stoic façade even in the face of adversity contributes to his allure.

Beneath his cool exterior, Mark possesses a depth of emotions that he struggles to express. He grapples with the trauma and isolation he endured during his time in Faerie, which has shaped his perception of the world. Mark’s experiences have instilled in him a unique perspective, one that sets him apart from others. His journey toward self-discovery and healing forms a significant part of his character development.

Mark’s popularity among readers is influenced by his multifaceted personality. He is not only skilled in combat and the art of killing but also possesses a sharp intellect and a keen sense of observation. His wit and intelligence make him a valuable asset to his allies. Additionally, Mark’s vulnerability and capacity for compassion add layers of complexity to his character, making him relatable and endearing.

Mark’s unique journey and his complicated relationships, particularly with his family and love interests, captivate readers. His interactions with other characters, filled with tension, loyalty, and moments of vulnerability, create compelling dynamics that keep readers invested in his story. Mark’s ability to balance his brooding exterior with moments of humour and tenderness further adds to his appeal.

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These broody and skilled male characters, much like Kaz Brekker from Six of Crows, possess a range of fascinating qualities that make them captivating to readers. From Maven’s cunning to Elias’s conflicts, Valek’s secrecy, Victor’s moral ambiguity, and Mark’s resilience, each character offers a unique blend of traits and experiences. Dive into their stories and explore their journeys as they navigate complex worlds, battling both external foes and their own internal demons.

In summary, these characters possess traits and experiences that make them reminiscent of Kaz Brekker. Whether it’s Maven’s cunning, Elias’s conflicts, Valek’s secrecy, Victor’s moral ambiguity, or Mark’s resilience, they each add their unique blend of broody, skilled, and complex characteristics that captivate readers much like Kaz’s character does in Six of Crows.

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    Six of Crows is a novel by Leigh Bardugo, published in 2015, set two years after Ruin and Rising. The book follows six characters: Kaz Brekker Inej Ghafa, Nina Zenik Jesper Fahey Matthias Helvar, and Wylan Van Eck Matthias Helvar Dedication To Kayte—secret weapon, unexpected friend Blurb

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