The series follows the story of an orphaned girl and boy who grow up in an orphanage in Keramzin, a city in Ravka. They both become soldiers in the First Army. As their regiment begins to cross the Shadow Fold, they are attacked by a swarm of long-clawed, leather-winged, blood-thirsty volcra. Alina’s gift reveals itself while she tries to protect Mal, and the stage is set for a powerful, enchanting trilogy. Can her gift be used to destroy the Shadow Fold, or is The Darkling trying to seduce her to spread darkness and evil? By Leigh Bardugo
