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Days of Blood and Starlight

The Sunday Times Bestseller. Daughter of Smoke and Bone Trilogy Book 2
By Laini Taylor
Series: Daughter of Smoke and Bone Trilogy
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Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor is a gripping Sci-Fi & Fantasy novel that follows the aftermath of a brutal war between angels and chimera. Karou, a once carefree art student, now finds herself deeply entangled in a world of magic, betrayal, and the haunting quest for redemption.
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This book may appeal to you if you love epic fantasy with a blend of romance and adventure. Expect a richly imaginative world, complex characters, and a gripping storyline full of magical creatures and intense battles.

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It began with the breathtaking Daughter of Smoke and Bone... the story continues in the astounding, must-read sequel, Days of Blood and Starlight

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The 10th anniversary edition of the second in Laini Taylor's breathtaking fantasy trilogy

Days of Blood and Starlight continues the spellbinding story of Karou, a blue-haired art student with a secretive history, and Akiva, the haunted angel who loved her in another life. As Karou discovers the brutal truth of her past and Akiva grapples with the consequences of their love, they find themselves on opposite sides of an escalating war.

In this enthralling sequel to Daughter of Smoke and Bone, Karou must choose between loyalty and love as she assumes leadership of the chimaera resistance against the seraphim. Torn between her sympathy for her kin and the lingering feelings for Akiva, she strives to make sense of a world shattered by millennia of conflict. With her powers as a resurrector, Karou assembles an army to stand against the ruthless angel soldiers, but will this be enough to bring about peace?

Once upon a time, an angel and a devil fell in love and dared to imagine a new way of living - one without massacres and torn throats and bonfires of the fallen, without revenants or bastard armies or children ripped from their mothers' arms to take their turn in the killing and dying.

Once, the lovers lay entwined in the moon's secret temple and dreamed of a world that was like a jewel-box without a jewel - a paradise waiting for them to find it and fill it with their happiness.

This was not that world.

As secrets are revealed and new alliances are forged, Karou and Akiva must reckon with the inevitable fallout of their choices. Shadows of the past threaten to overwhelm the present as the dream of a harmonious future becomes increasingly elusive. Dynamic, heart-wrenching, and visually exquisite, Days of Blood and Starlight is a must-read for fans of intricate fantasy worlds and unforgettable characters.

Experience the 10th anniversary edition of this mesmerising tale, filled with exquisite prose, breathtaking landscapes, and a heart-pounding plot that underscores the thin line between hope and despair.

Ideal for those who relish fantasy infused with romance, epic battles, and a starkly beautiful portrayal of love and loss, this sequel guarantees a riveting journey that resonates long after the final page has turned.

Series: Daughter of Smoke and Bone Trilogy

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  • Days of Blood and Starlight
    The 10th anniversary edition of the second in Laini Taylor's breathtaking fantasy trilogy Days of Blood and Starlight continues the spellbinding story of Karou, a blue-haired art student with a secretive history, and Akiva, the haunted angel who loved her in another life. As Karou discovers the brutal truth of her past and Akiva grapples with the consequences of their...
    By Laini Taylor
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    $1800
    Elsewhere:
    $1999
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  • Daughter of Smoke and Bone
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    Daughter of Smoke and Bone
    She had been innocent once, a little girl playing with feathers on the floor of a devil's lair. She wasn't innocent now . . . Around the world, black handprints are appearing on doorways, scorched there by winged strangers who have crept through a slit in the sky. In a dark and dusty shop, a devil's supply of human teeth...
    By Laini Taylor
    Paperback
    $1999
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    $2499
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    Out 5 Jan 2027
  • Days of Blood and Starlight
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    Days of Blood and Starlight
    Art student and monster's apprentice Karou finally has the answers she has always sought. She knows who she is—and what she is. But with this knowledge comes another truth she would give anything to undo: she loved the enemy and he betrayed her, and a world suffered for it. While Karou and her allies build a monstrous army in a...
    By Laini Taylor
    Paperback
    $1999
    Elsewhere:
    $2499
    Pre-order
    Out 5 Jan 2027
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    Dreams of Gods and Monsters
    Two worlds are poised on the brink of war. By way of a staggering deception, Karou has taken control of the chimaera rebellion and is intent on steering it away from dead-end vengeance. The future rests on her. When the brutal angel emperor brings his army to the human world, Karou and Akiva are finally reunited—not in love, but in...
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    Out 5 Jan 2027
  • Dreams of Gods and Monsters
    Dreams of Gods and Monsters by Laini Taylor is the breathtaking conclusion to the unmissable Sunday Times bestselling series. This 10th anniversary edition celebrates the epic finale with a beautifully packaged edition that will captivate both new readers and loyal fans alike. In a world torn apart by war, deception, and the longing for peace, Karou has seized control of...
    By Laini Taylor
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  • Daughter of Smoke and Bone
    The 10th anniversary edition of the first book in Laini Taylor's breathtaking fantasy trilogy Remarkable and beautifully written . . . The opening volume of a truly original trilogy. GUARDIAN Errand requiring immediate attention. Come. The note was on vellum, pierced by the talons of the almost-crow that delivered it. Karou read the message. "He never says please," she sighed,...
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Days of Blood and Starlight by Laini Taylor is widely praised for its thrilling and darker tone compared to its predecessor. Readers appreciate the intense battles, intricate plotting, and unexpected twists that leave them eagerly anticipating the next book. The book skilfully blends beauty and horror, gripping readers with its compelling narrative.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529353976

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 10 December 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodderscape

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 40.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 387g

Pages: 560

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About the Author

Laini Taylor is the Sunday Times bestselling author of the internationally acclaimed Daughter of Smoke and Bone trilogy and the companion novella, Night of Cake & Puppets. She lives in Portland, Oregon, with her husband, illustrator Jim Di Bartolo, and their daughter Clementine.

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