


When he rescues an animal after an island collapses, he develops a magic lost to history. Jovis is a smuggler reluctantly rescuing children from their bone shard ceremonies. Lin, the emperor's daughter, wants to ensure she inherits her father's kingdom, but he refuses to teach her bone shard magic until she remembers her past - which she's forgotten after a mysterious illness. The emperor uses these bone shards to create monstrous constructs that serve as his spies, military, and servants. Every child in the empire has a slice of bone carved from their necks for future use in the emperor's magic. This series is perfect for readers looking for intricate world building combined with an engaging cast of characters.

The Bone Shard Daughter by Andrea Stewart
