Book of Night: The Number One Sunday Times Bestseller

Holly Black's Book of Night is a modern dark fantasy of shadowy thieves and secret societies, featuring Charlie Hall, a skilled lockpicker and magician. She is trying to distance herself from her past mistakes, but when a terrible figure from her past returns, she descends into a maelstrom of murder and lies.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 416 pages
Publication date: 02 February 2023
Publisher: Cornerstone

Book of Night is a captivating and spine-tingling novel by the talented Holly Black, a master of dark fantasy and suspense. This modern dark fantasy delves into the shadowy world of thieves and secret societies, where protagonist Charlie Hall has honed her exceptional skills in lock-picking, book theft, and navigating treacherous decisions. Raised by gloamists, magicians who manipulate shadows to achieve extraordinary feats, Charlie has spent half her life working for them. However, she seeks to distance herself from her past mistakes and lead a more honest life.

As she works as a bartender in a dive bar in the Berkshires, Charlie remains dangerously close to the corrupt underbelly of society. Her sister, Posey, is desperate for magic and is willing to do anything to obtain it, even if it means turning to dark forces. Meanwhile, her shadowless and possibly soulless boyfriend, Jack, keeps secrets from her, adding another layer of mystery and intrigue to her already complex life.

When a terrible figure from Charlie's past resurfaces, she is drawn back into a maelstrom of murder, lies, and deception. Charlie must navigate a web of doppelgängers, mercurial billionaires, gloamists, and the people she loves the most, all vying for a secret that could grant them control over the shadow world and beyond.

With her sharp wit, quick reflexes, and unwavering determination, Charlie fights to survive and unravel the mysteries that surround her. Book of Night is a testament to Black's exceptional storytelling abilities, as she weaves a complex and intricate plot that keeps readers on the edge of their seats until the very last page.

This novel is not for the faint of heart, as it explores dark themes and contains explicit content. However, for those who enjoy a thrilling and suspenseful adventure, Book of Night is a must-read that will leave you breathless and craving for more.

Weight: 291g
Dimension: 198 x 129 x 25 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781529102390