Blood Metal Bone: An epic new fantasy novel, perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo

by Lindsay Cummings Narrated by Kristin Atherton

Overview

`Blood Metal Bone surprises you in the very best ways. Unique world-building, a bold heroine with a heartbreaking past, and awe-inspiring magic that simply cannot be caged.' Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

A DEADLY OUTCAST
A DANGEROUS SECRET
ONE EPIC QUEST FOR THE TRUTH

Wrongly accused of her brother's murder, Sonara's destiny was to die, sentenced to execution by her own mother. Punished and left for dead, the shadows have cursed her with a second life as a Shadowblood, cast out and hunted by society for her demon-like powers.

Now known as the Devil of the Deadlands, Sonara survives as a thief on the edge of society, fighting for survival on a quest to uncover what really happened to her brother and whether he is even dead at all...

Blood Metal Bone is the gripping new novel from New York Times bestselling author Lindsay Cummings. This is the perfect adrenaline-packed read for fans of Leigh Bardugo's Six of Crows, The Mandalorian and Sarah J Maas' Throne of Glass series.

`A skilful blend of fantasy and science fiction, full of twists and turns, and sure to thrill fans of both.' Jay Posey, author of Every Sky A Grave

`A dark, twisting tale with an incredible cast of characters immersed in a richly detailed world I couldn't get enough of.' KayLynn Flanders, author of Shielded

In her latest novel, Blood Metal Bone, top youtuber Lindsay Cummings weaves a tale of family ties, betrayal, and the quest for truth. Her storytelling prowess is evident in every page, making this a must-read for fans of the genre.

For fans of Leigh Bardugo (Rule of Wolves), Sarah J. Maas (A Court of Mist and Fury), Laini Taylor (Daughter of Smoke and Bone), Jordan Ifueko (The Maid and the Crocodile), and Alexandra Christo (To Kill a Kingdom).

Editorial Reviews

From the Publisher

‘Blood Metal Bone surprises you in the very best ways. Unique world-building, a bold heroine with a heartbreaking past, and awe-inspiring magic that simply cannot be caged.’
Andrea Stewart, author of The Bone Shard Daughter

‘A skilful blend of fantasy and science fiction, full of twists and turns, and sure to thrill fans of both.’
Jay Posey, author of Every Sky A Grave

Praise for Lindsay Cummings

‘A whirlwind, out-of-this-galaxy adventure! The dynamic cast of characters, edge-of-your-seat action, and sprawling universe had me hooked from the very first pages.’
Sarah J. Maas, #1 New York Times bestselling author of the COURT OF THORNS AND ROSES series on Zenith

‘Epic, mesmerizing and heart-stopping, you'll be left breathless and wanting more’
Danielle Paige, New York Times bestselling author of the DOROTHY MUST DIE series on Zenith

‘ZENITH is a spectacularly stunning, whirlwind adventure with a race-against-the-clock plot and strong as hell female characters.’ Buzzfeed

Kirkus Reviews

2022-03-02
A story that reaches from the stars to the depths of the planet Dohrsar.

After Crown Prince Soahm, Sonara’s older brother, is abducted in front of her, their mother, Queen Iridis of Soreia, who holds her responsible for his presumed death, kills her. Through the power of the Shadowblood, Sonara receives a second chance at life that is granted to some of the Dohrsaran, and as the Devil of the Deadlands, she creates a new existence but never stops hoping to solve the mystery of her brother’s fate. On the edge of the Milky Way, low-status smugglers Karr and his brother, Cade, are on their last job. They’re headed toward Dohrsar on an assignment from a wealthy man—one of the few human survivors of the Reaper’s Disease who is now living on Beta Earth—to pick up a rock that will revolutionize science. Immense power is hidden in the heart of the planet, but which faction will get to it first? The humanoid alien Dohrsaran live in a world of magic and mystery. The novel’s pacing is excellent, jumping among the perspectives of Sonara, Cade, and Karr, with each character having their own problems and histories; readers are dropped into the action, and past intrigues, as with Sonara’s love life, are filled in. Characters are racially indeterminate.

Melds science fiction and fantasy elements into a delightful blend. (pronunciation guide, author interview) (Speculative fiction. 13-18)

Product Details

BN ID:	2940173303929
Publisher:	HarperCollins UK
Publication date:	01/07/2021
Edition description:	Unabridged

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