The Bear and the Nightingale

by Katherine Arden

First published 2017

In a frozen Russian village, a wild girl named Vasya grows up under her family's disapproving eye. But when a stranger gifts her a mysterious jewel, Vasya discovers she is the only one who can protect her home from encroaching darkness. With her necklace as her only weapon, Vasya must confront the supernatural threats that endanger her beloved community.

Genres: mythology, historical-fiction, fantasy, magical-realism

Vibes: atmospheric, lyrical, thought-provoking

Tropes: chosen-one, found-family

Setting: Russia

368 pages · Paperback · Del Rey

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