The Bright & the Pale
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The Bright & the Pale
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Debut author Jessica Rubinkowski delivers the thrilling first book in an epic Russian folklore–inspired fantasy duology filled with page-turning romance, tragedy, magic, and monsters.
Debut author Jessica Rubinkowski delivers the thrilling first book in an epic Russian folklore–inspired fantasy duology filled with page-turning romance, tragedy, magic, and monsters. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo and Sara Raasch!
Seventeen-year-old Valeria is one of the only survivors of the freeze, a dark magical hold Knnot Mountain unleashed on her village. Everyone, including her family, is trapped in an unbreakable sheet of ice. Ever since, she’s been on the run from the czar, who has set out to imprison anyone who managed to escape. Valeria finds refuge with the Thieves Guild, doing odd jobs with her best friend, Alik, the only piece of home she has left. That is, until he is brutally murdered.
A year later, she discovers Alik is alive and being held captive. To buy his freedom, she must lead a group of cutthroats and thieves on a perilous expedition to the very mountain that claimed her family. Only something sinister slumbers in the heart of Knnot. And it has waited years for release.
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The Bright & the Pale by Jessica Rubinkowski is praised for its vivid, atmospheric world inspired by Russian folklore. Reviewers commend its gripping plot filled with twists and turns, likening it to a fairy tale come to life. The debut novel is noted for its brisk pace, engaging characters, and a strong premise that leaves readers eagerly awaiting the sequel. Fans of Leigh Bardugo's fantasy worlds are particularly encouraged to delve into Rubinkowski's captivating storytelling.
Book Details
INFORMATION
ISBN: 9780062871534
Publisher: HarperCollins Publishers Inc
Format: Paperback / softback
Date Published: 14 April 2022
Country: United States
Imprint: Quill Tree Books
Audience: Teenage
DIMENSIONS
Spine width: 19.0mm
Width: 135.0mm
Height: 203.0mm
Weight: 274g
Pages: 352
About the Author
Jessica Rubinkowski has a bachelor's degree in Liberal Studies with an emphasis on Creative Writing from the University of Illinois. She lives in rural Illinois with her family. The Bright & the Pale is her debut novel.
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