*“This is how you make a princess: You take a girl, and you build her into a cage.”*

In \*Nettle & Bone\* by T. Kingfisher, a princess named Marra has lived her life in the shadows, far from the political intrigue and expectations of her royal family. When she learns of the oppressive and dangerous circumstances her older sister faces in a strategic marriage, Marra realizes she must act. Despite her sheltered upbringing, she embarks on a quest to defy her family's plans and rescue her sister from a perilous fate.

Joined by an unlikely band of companions, including a gravewitch, a disgraced knight, and a dog made of bones, Marra sets out on a darkly whimsical journey. This subversive, feminist fairy tale blends humor, heart, and haunting magic as Marra discovers her own strength in a world that expects her to remain powerless. The novel offers a fresh take on classic fantasy, where the line between bravery and desperation becomes beautifully blurred.

Ready to weave the dark thread of Nettle & Bone with us this December?

Genres: Fantasy, Adventure, Dark Fairy Tale

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