Books by Leigh Bardugo

In the shadowy depths of Ketterdam, a city teeming with rival gangs and hidden dangers, Kaz Brekker stands out as the most ambitious and enigmatic figure among the criminal elite. Known for his exceptional thievery skills, Kaz is as charismatic as he is dangerous. When wealthy merchant Van Eck offers him a perilous mission with a tantalizing reward, Kaz seizes the opportunity. The task: to rescue a scientist imprisoned in the impenetrable Ice Court. This captive holds the key to a powerful drug called jurda parem, which can exponentially amplify the magical abilities of the Grisha, a mystical caste. But should this drug fall into the wrong hands, it could unleash chaos beyond imagination. Assembling a crew of skilled outcasts, each with their own dark secrets and motivations, Kaz embarks on what could be the most daring heist of his life. In "Six of Crows," Leigh Bardugo crafts an electrifying tale of high-stakes adventure, where loyalty and betrayal blur, and the line between survival and greed is razor-thin. Dive into this world of magic, intrigue, and danger, and discover why Kaz Brekker is a name whispered with awe and fear.

In "Crooked Kingdom: The Dregs Edition," Leigh Bardugo delivers an exhilarating sequel to "Six of Crows" that will leave readers breathless. Kaz Brekker and his crew have pulled off a heist so audacious that survival seemed impossible. But instead of reaping the rewards, they return from the Ice Court to find themselves in a battle for their lives. Betrayed and weakened, they are desperately short of resources, allies, and hope. As powerful forces from around the globe converge on Ketterdam to uncover the secrets of the deadly drug jurda parem, Kaz faces threats from both old rivals and new enemies. The cunning leader must navigate a labyrinthine web of deceit and danger, testing the fragile loyalties within his team. The city’s dark and twisted streets become the stage for a gripping war, a relentless battle for vengeance and redemption that could determine the fate of the Grisha world. Prepare for a story brimming with suspense and intrigue, where every move could be your last, and trust is a luxury few can afford. Will Kaz and his band of misfits emerge victorious, or will the shadows of Ketterdam consume them? Dive into this masterful tale and discover a world where risk and reward walk hand-in-hand on a razor's edge.