The Bone Season by Samantha Shannon

Overall Rating: 4.5/5

Audio Length: 18 hours 31 minutes

Type: Series - Book 1 of 7

Genre(s): Fantasy/Sci-Fi

Similar Books: Red Queen, but mixed with Six of Crows

SUMMARY

The Mollisher of a supernatural crime syndicate is forced to choose between blending in or converting to the syndicate full-time. Before she can make her chance, she's taken captive in city run by immortal interdimensional beings who have their own plans for her gifts.

REVIEW

The version of the book I listened to was the 10th anniversary edition which has been revised. I still think the book started off a bit confusing and could use some more editing, but it evened out about halfway through. I think this is where the author hit her stride. I can tell that this is a series that is going to be worth reading, which is likely why the author came back and edited all the books and republished them.

There was a lot going on plot-wise. I won't lie by saying I understood where some of the plotlines went, because there were a few that didn't tie into anything, but the general premise was really well done. I like a good strong character who rises through the ranks to fight for what she believes in. It follows the 2014-esque YA novel formats, but with enough deviation to keep my attention.

Who would have thought that ghosts, aliens, circus performances, and crime syndicates in a dystopian Oxford setting would have worked out so well? There's a lot going for this series, and I cannot wait to see where it leads next. I think we can all agree when I say I want to see more of Warden, maybe even parts from his POV? Wouldn't that be a treat!

Overall, not a bad start to a series. It takes a second to get going, but once it's going, you better jump on the train quickly! ;)

Who do you think is most likely to become a traitor before the end of the series?

• Julian
• Ivy
• Nick
• Michael

04/26/2025