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The Witcher meets Naomi Novik in this fast-paced fantasy rooted in Slavic folklore, from an assured new voice in genre fiction.. As a witch in the walled city of Chernograd, Kosara has plenty of practice treating lycanthrope bites, bargaining with kikimoras, and slaying bloodsucking upirs. There's only one monster she can't defeat: her ex, the Zmey, known as the Tsar of Monsters. She's defied him one too many times and now he's hunting her. Betrayed by someone close to her, Kosara's only choice is to trade her shadow -- the source of her powers -- for a quick escape. . Unfortunately, Kosara soon develops the deadly sickness that plagues shadowless witches -- and only reclaiming her magic can cure her. To find it, she's forced to team up with a suspiciously honorable detective.
About the Author
Genoveva Dimova is a Bulgarian fantasy author and archaeologist based in Scotland. Her debut novel inspired by Slavic folklore, , is coming out in June 2024, with the sequel, to follow in October 2024. When she's not writing, she likes to explore old ruins, climb even older hills, and listen to practically ancient rock music. To keep up to date with news and updates about Genoveva's books, join her or find her on
