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Days of Blood and Starlight

The Sunday Times Bestseller. Daughter of Smoke and Bone Trilogy Book 2
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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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Days of Blood and Starlight

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 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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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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