Lightlark
- Authors: Alex Aster
- Series: Book 1 in the Lightlark series
- Genres: Fantasy, Young adult fantasy
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- Rating: 4.8 based on 962 reviews
- Release Date: October 22, 2024
- Print length: 432 pages (Hardcover)
About the book
An instant #1 national bestseller - soon to be a major motion picture. #BookTok phenomenon and award-winning author Alex Aster delivers readers a masterfully written, utterly gripping YA fantasy novel
Welcome to the Centennial
Every 100 years, the island of Lightlark emerges to host the Centennial - a deadly game exclusively for the rulers of six realms. The invitation serves as a challenge, urging them to pursue victory and destruction, riches and sacrifice. The Centennial presents the rulers with a final opportunity to break the ancient curses that have plagued their lands for generations. Each ruler carries secrets, each curse is uniquely sinister, and the only way to end them is through sacrifice.
Isla Crown, the youthful ruler of Wildling, leads a realm of enchantresses cursed to bring death to their beloveds. They are feared and ostracized, relying on Isla to free them from their torment by triumphing at the Centennial.
To survive, Isla must deceive, betray, and play the game... all while grappling with the complications of love.
Packed with intrigue, lies, romance, and unexpected turns akin to the darkest thrillers, Lightlark is a must-read for enthusiasts of renowned fantasy authors like Marie Lu, Marissa Meyer, and Leigh Bardugo.
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