Books like Red Sister by Mark Lawrence
Mark Lawrence’s first novel in the "Red Sister" series follows Nona Grey, a nine‑year‑old falsely accused of murder who is seized by the Convent of Sweet Mercy. At this secretive monastery, girls are raised to be holy warriors—trained in blade, fist, and mystic arts. Under the guidance of Abbess Glass, Nona discovers that her hidden, violent history cannot remain buried, drawing her into the tangled politics of a dying empire and attracting the emperor’s attention. Through harsh training and new alliances, Nona must master her inner demons to survive the deadly intrigues within the church and beyond.
First publish date: 2017
Genre: Fantasy/Epic Fantasy
Authors: Mark Lawrence
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