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Fantasy · Young adult

Six of Crows

by Leigh Bardugo

4.3 out of 5, from 1,992 ratings from Hardcover readers

In a crowded trading city, a young criminal mastermind gathers a crew of six outcasts to attempt a break-in at an impregnable fortress, for a vast payment. Each of them has something to prove or to lose.

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First published
2015
Pace
Fast
Length
Long
Pages
480
Format
Book 1 of 2 in Six of Crows
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Read this if you want a heist story with a clever plan, a lot of banter and characters you care about.

Skip this if you want a lot of backstory and explanation, as the plot rushes and assumes you are along for it.

The feel

Content warnings

  • Violence
  • Death
  • Slavery
  • Addiction
  • Abuse

Also reported by Hardcover readers:

  • Death of parent
  • Gore
  • Ableism
  • Blood
  • Drug use
  • Torture
  • Excrement

Quick answers about Six of Crows

What is Six of Crows about?
In a crowded trading city, a young criminal mastermind gathers a crew of six outcasts to attempt a break-in at an impregnable fortress, for a vast payment. Each of them has something to prove or to lose.
Who should read Six of Crows?
Read it if you want a heist story with a clever plan, a lot of banter and characters you care about. Skip it if you want a lot of backstory and explanation, as the plot rushes and assumes you are along for it.
How long and how fast is Six of Crows?
It is a fast-paced, long read of about 480 pages, first published in 2015.
Does Six of Crows have content warnings?
Content we flag: Violence, Death, Slavery, Addiction, Abuse.
Can I borrow Six of Crows for free?
Often, yes. Check Libby (OverDrive) to see whether your library lends Six of Crows; the borrow button above searches it for you.
What should I read after Six of Crows?
Readers who liked it often move on to The Lies of Locke Lamora, Mistborn: The Final Empire, The Cruel Prince.

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