King Of Scars

King of Scars by Leigh Bardugo returns to the Grishaverse with a punchy fantasy adventure centred on Nikolai Lantsov—war hero, reluctant king, and master of turning disasters into plans. If you love high-stakes political intrigue, sharp character work, and dark magic that bites back, this is a richly rewarding read.

Ravka is fragile after civil war, its borders closing in and its treasury running dry. Nikolai needs allies, money, and a way to steady the future of the Grisha Army. The problem is the dangerous power growing inside him—something he can’t afford to show the world. With a young monk and a formidable Grisha Squaller at his side, he heads deep into Ravka’s oldest places, where ancient magic still stirs.

Perfect for readers who enjoy epic fantasy, court politics, found-family dynamics, and morally complicated heroes.

Step into Ravka again and see what secrets a king will risk everything to keep.