Spinning Silver - Naomi Novik

Spinning Silver

By Naomi Novik

  • Release Date: 2018-07-10
  • Genre: Epic Fantasy
Score: 4.5
4.5
From 802 Ratings

Description

NEW YORK TIMES BESTSELLER • “One of the year’s strongest fantasy novels” (NPR), an imaginative retelling of the Rumpelstiltskin fairy tale from the bestselling author of Uprooted.

NEBULA AND HUGO AWARD FINALIST • NAMED ONE OF PASTES BEST FANTASY BOOKS OF THE DECADE • ONE OF THE TEN BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Public Library

With the Nebula Award–winning Uprooted, Naomi Novik opened a brilliant new chapter in an already acclaimed career, delving into the magic of fairy tales to craft a love story that was both timeless and utterly of the now. Spinning Silver draws readers deeper into this glittering realm of fantasy, where the boundary between wonder and terror is thinner than a breath, and safety can be stolen as quickly as a kiss.

Miryem is the daughter and granddaughter of moneylenders, but her father’s inability to collect his debts has left his family on the edge of poverty—until Miryem takes matters into her own hands. Hardening her heart, the young woman sets out to claim what is owed and soon gains a reputation for being able to turn silver into gold. When an ill-advised boast draws the attention of the king of the Staryk—grim fey creatures who seem more ice than flesh—Miryem’s fate, and that of two kingdoms, will be forever altered. She will face an impossible challenge and, along with two unlikely allies, uncover a secret that threatens to consume the lands of humans and Staryk alike.

ONE OF THE BEST BOOKS OF THE YEAR: The New York Times Book Review, NPR, Time, Tordotcom, Popsugar, Vox, Vulture, Paste, Bustle, Library Journal

“A perfect tale . . . A big and meaty novel, rich in both ideas and people, with the vastness of Tolkien and the empathy and joy in daily life of Le Guin.”The New York Times Book Review

“Gorgeous, complex, and magical . . . This is the kind of book that one might wish to inhabit forever.”Publishers Weekly (starred review)

“Cool and clever and . . . dire and wonderful.”—Laini Taylor, author of Strange the Dreamer

“The Rumpelstiltskin fairy tale has never been as captivating. . . . Spinning Silver further cements [Novik’s] place as one of the genre greats.”Paste

Reviews

  • Good but felt unfinished

    4
    By cheetah121
    I liked a fantasy without sex scenes. It was immersive and a quick read but I was left with wondering what happened with the Tsar….
  • Great read

    5
    By Chuckles8
    Truly enjoyed it. Lots of different plot lines to follow and different characters. Definitely some unexpected twists and turns I enjoyed.
  • Phenomenal ❣️

    5
    By Monasaderskincare
    I would recommend this beautifully written novel to everyone; by far one of the best I’ve read in a long time.
  • It’s a great book… duh how could it not be!

    4
    By luvslily2
    Very good… duh! This was almost 3 stories in one! Quite a bargain tbh! Truely though if you enjoyed uprooted you won’t be disappointed! A bit on the PG side but I prefer that over stupid corny over the top porn myself!!!!!
  • Wow and wow, not enough wow to hold the wow!

    5
    By AmbSlayer
    Such an incredible fairytale! Absolutely read and fall in love with the spunky heroine!
  • Old world fairytale for today’s world

    5
    By LynleyRose
    Novik’s story glides so quickly and effortlessly it’s difficult to stop reading. Rereading added subtle details that further enriched the tale. The beautiful imagery of the fairytale is contrasted with reality’s perilous struggle for survival and how following your heart can lead to a better world.
  • WOW…

    5
    By ...ZzA
    That was so so wonderful. My new favorite author. These books are SO rich and wonderful. You really will want to root for these characters and learn a bit from them as well. Thank you!! My new favorite author.
  • Pleasant but forgettable

    4
    By lisabath22
    A pleasant read, not too deep or complicated. No details or world building that ever fully immerse you, but enough to keep the story moving.
  • Simply Amazing

    5
    By krinicole007
    Like Uprooted, I devoured this book. Naomi Novik has the ability to conjure wonderful stories full of deep feelings despite a simple brilliant flow of writing. Excellent book to read over and over!
  • Fabulous.

    5
    By Supa squirl
    I have been non stop reading this book, wanting to see what happens next. Strong female characters, witty & multifaceted.......highly recommend!!!!

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