A Shadow & Bone Guide: The List of Grishaverse Books in Order

The hit Netflix fantasy series quietly appeared on the streaming service in 2021 and quickly amassed a huge fandom eager to delve deeper into Leigh Bardugo's artfully crafted world.

The series is based on books set in a world reminiscent of Tsarist Russia in the mid-1800s, where certain people, known as Grisha, can use magic. While the Netflix series is a fascinating immersion into this universe, the books are certainly more valuable in terms of the overarching narrative.

Here're all Grishaverse books in order:

1. Shadow and Bone (Shadow and Bone Trilogy Book 1)

The first book in the series presents Alina, a young girl who uncovers her supernatural powers and commences her journey as a skilled battle mage. A thrilling introduction into a marvelous saga, where all the main characters are carefully introduced and developed.

2. Siege and Storm (Shadow and Bone Trilogy Book 2)

In the second book of the series, the stakes are raised considerably as Alina has to go on the run from the villainous Darkling. Although her journey will be difficult and painful, she will meet new friends, including fan-favorite character – privateer Sturmhond.

3. Ruin and Rising (Shadow and Bone Trilogy Book 3)

At the end of the first trilogy, Alina must choose between rescuing her beloved and protecting her nation. The final book cleverly connects all the dots left in the previous books and serves as a wonderful conclusion to Alina's story.

4. Six of Crows (Six of Crows Duology Book 1)

The new story of the Grishaverse universe about criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker who plots an impossible heist. The book, set years after the events of the original trilogy, it changes the scale, immersing the reader in a magical underworld while introducing a new protagonist.

5. Crooked Kingdom (Six of Crows Duology Book 2)

The city of Ketterdam is the main character of this beautifully written sequel, as Kaz and his friends find themselves in a difficult situation trying to protect their beloved city. The final book in the cycle will definitely please readers looking for great urban fantasy.

6. King of Scars (King of Scars Duology Book 1)

King Nikolai Lantsov must figure out how to rule his vast country, struggling with inner demons and uncovering ancient secrets that could endanger his entire dynasty. A gripping political mystery unfolding in a beloved fantasy world.

7. Rule of Wolves (King of Scars Duology Book 2)

King Nikolai is preparing for war, and it seems he can trust almost none of his soldiers and friends. A stunning conclusion to the story of the beloved monarch.

8. The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic

A collection of stories told by children in the Grishaverse universe. A fascinating look at the customs and legends of the fictional universe, this book is a perfect addition to the previous works.

9. The Lives of Saints

Now, after seeing the title of this historical book mentioned in the pages of the original trilogy, the reader can finally read it for himself. Meet all the legends important to Grisha's mythology!

Although the second season of Shadow and Bone proved to be a big hit for the streaming service, Netflix has not yet renewed it for a third season.