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The Language of Thorns: Midnight Tales and Dangerous Magic presents six beautifully written and illustrated short stories set within the world of the Grishaverse. Drawing on folklore and fairy‑tale motifs, each narrative explores dark magic, sacrifice, and moral lessons, inviting readers into a uniquely fable‑like adventure.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Young Adult Fiction/YA Fantasy
Authors: Leigh Bardugo
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