About the Book
Ketterdam is a bustling hub of crime and commerce where anything can be had for the right price — and no one knows that better than criminal prodigy Kaz Brekker. When Kaz is offered a deadly heist that could make him richer than his wildest dreams, he can’t pull it off alone. He assembles a crew of six dangerous outcasts: a convict seeking revenge, a sharpshooter who can’t resist a wager, a runaway with a privileged past, a spy known as the Wraith, a Grisha Heartrender surviving the slums on her magic, and a thief with a gift for impossible escapes. Their target is the Ice Court, an impenetrable fortress holding a scientist whose knowledge could shift the balance of power across the entire world.
Why Readers Love This Book
- Set in Leigh Bardugo’s bestselling Grishaverse, expanding the world established in the Shadow and Bone trilogy
- A tightly plotted heist structure with six distinct POV characters, each with their own compelling backstory
- Widely praised for its diverse, morally complex cast and genuine character depth beneath the fantasy plot
- The first half of a duology, continuing in the equally acclaimed Crooked Kingdom
Who Should Read Six of Crows
For YA fantasy readers who love heist plots, found-family dynamics, and morally grey characters — fans of Six of Crows often go on to read the rest of the Grishaverse. Suggested reading age 15 and up.
About the Author
Leigh Bardugo is a bestselling author of YA and adult fantasy, best known for creating the Grishaverse across the Shadow and Bone trilogy, the Six of Crows duology, and King of Scars.
Series note: Book 1 of the Six of Crows duology, continuing in Crooked Kingdom.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to read the Shadow and Bone trilogy before Six of Crows?
No — Six of Crows is set in the same Grishaverse world but follows entirely new characters and can be read as a starting point, though some worldbuilding references connect to the earlier trilogy.
Is Six of Crows a standalone or part of a series?
It’s Book 1 of a duology, and ends on a cliffhanger that continues directly into Crooked Kingdom.
Is Six of Crows appropriate for younger teens?
The publisher suggests a reading age of 15 and up, given its violence and mature themes.
What genre is Six of Crows?
It’s a young adult fantasy novel built around a heist plot, blending magic, crime, and found-family character dynamics.
Specifications
| Title | Six of Crows (Six of Crows, Book 1) |
| Author | Leigh Bardugo |
| Publisher | Hachette Children’s Group |
| Publication Date | 17 May 2017 |
| Language | English |
| Binding | Paperback |
| Pages | 512 |
| ISBN-10 | 1780622287 |
| ISBN-13 | 978-1780622286 |
| Reading Age | 15 years and up |
| Weight | 356 g |
| Dimensions | 13 x 3.3 x 19.9 cm |
| Genre | Young Adult Fantasy |
| Series | Six of Crows Book 1 |
People Also Ask
What order should I read the Grishaverse books in?
Most readers start with the Shadow and Bone trilogy, then move to Six of Crows and Crooked Kingdom, though Six of Crows can also be read as an entry point.
Is there a TV adaptation of Six of Crows?
Characters and storylines from Six of Crows were adapted into the Netflix series Shadow and Bone, which blended elements from both series.
Who are the six main characters in Six of Crows?
Kaz Brekker, Inej Ghafa, Jesper Fahey, Nina Zenik, Matthias Helvar, and Wylan Van Eck each narrate portions of the heist from their own perspective.
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