Part of Graceling Realm, book 1
First published 2010
Katsa is a Graceling, born with the terrifying power to kill effortlessly. Forced to serve a corrupt king, she escapes to forge her own path - and finds an unexpected ally in Prince Po, whose own Grace remains a mystery. Together, they uncover a secret that could topple the seven kingdoms. In this breathtaking fantasy, Katsa must confront her lethal abilities and find the strength to control her own destiny.
Genres: romance, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: atmospheric, emotional, suspenseful
Tropes: chosen-one, found-family
480 pages · Paperback · Clarion Books