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Discover the Graceling Realm in this unforgettable, award-winning novel from bestselling author Kristin Cashore.
A New York Times bestseller * ALA Best Book for Young Adults * Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Children's Literature Winner * Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Booklist, and BCCB Best Book of the Year
“Rageful, exhilarating, wistful in turns"" (New York Times Book Review) with “a knee weakening romance” (Los Angeles Times). Graceling is a thrilling, action-packed fantasy adventure that will resonate deeply with anyone trying to find their way in the world.
Graceling tells the story of the vulnerable-yet-strong Katsa, who is smart and beautiful and lives in the Seven Kingdoms where selected people are born with a Grace, a special talent that can be anything at all. Katsa’s Grace is killing.
As the king’s niece, she is forced to use her extreme skills as his brutal enforcer. Until the day she meets Prince Po, who is Graced with combat skills, and Katsa’s life begins to change. She never expects to become Po’s friend. She never expects to learn a new truth about her own Grace—or about a terrible secret that lies hidden far away . . . a secret that could destroy all seven kingdoms with words alone.
And don’t miss the sequel, Fire, and companion, Bitterblue, both award-winning New York Times bestsellers featuring Kristin Cashore’s elegant, evocative prose and unforgettable characters.
- ALA Best Book for Young Adults
- Mythopoeic Fantasy Award for Children's Literature Winner
- Publishers Weekly, School Library Journal, Booklist, and BCCB Best Book of the Year
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"Ok, I read the whole thing yesterday. I did not want to put it down. I loved the strong female character and the development of her abilities. I also loved the way the plot changed and developed. Fabulous story. I highly recommend it!!!I can't wait to read her next book "Fire". "
— Jeanette (5 out of 5 stars)
Graceling Listener Reviews
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Kyra Toomey, 11/13/2024
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" This book has its moments, but it was slow. I was always waiting for something to happen, something MORE. And then when something did happen, it wasn't exciting. I never had strong feelings of either interest or disgust - I wasn't pulled in. I found it an okay, mostly boring read. "
— Sophie, 2/15/2014 -
" A pure fantasy book that caught my imagination and kept me thinking about the book even while I wasn't reading it. I would recommend this book to my friends. "
— Jeri, 1/16/2014 -
" Amazing book! I fell in love with the two main characters. This book could have stood alone, though then I would have missed everyone terribly. "
— Kay, 1/14/2014 -
" I was not sure if this was a book that I would enjoy reading, but I got caught up in the story line and intrigued with the characters. I found it easy to read and I am happy that I was along on Katsa and Po's adventure. "
— Karen, 1/13/2014 -
" I liked it a lot. I usually don't do so much romance and the writing style is different than my favorite authors, but it was a great book with a total kick-butt MC and a lot of action. "
— Ceej, 1/6/2014 -
" 3.5 but I'm in a generous mood so rounded up. Not the best book out of the three, but still worth a read and very enjoyable. "
— Cora, 12/18/2013 -
" Absolutely adored this book, and Katsa's journey. It was one of those one-in-a-hundred books that captures you and never lets you go. I was upset that the book had to end..Very well written, comedic and over-all lovely. Highly recommended :) "
— Meredith, 10/13/2013 -
" A girl goes hiking... For a really long time and doesn't like boys. "
— Ben, 10/2/2013 -
" I can see why people like it. It was neat and different, and I found the characters very engaging. "
— Rachel, 9/12/2013 -
" Love this book soo sad what happened to Poe. Bitter blue be awesome queen.love you katas "
— Lala22, 4/2/2013 -
" Love this and the uniqueness of her world and the depth of the characters. "
— Linda, 3/30/2013 -
" Twas okay. "
— Eleanor, 9/16/2012 -
" It was amazing but I wish the author would stick to the story 4 book 2 fire "
— Liyah, 9/7/2012 -
" Amazing, I loved the Lioness series by Tamora Pierce, but Graceling is my new favorite. Katsa is so much like Alanna, but at the same time stronger and a more likeable character. I loved this book and can't wait to read more of Kristin Cashore's work! "
— Kris, 3/23/2012 -
" Why am I such a sucker for the YA love stories? Yep, I really liked graceling. The author's writing style hooked me from the beginning; much better than other ya writing. "
— Teri, 2/19/2012 -
" Loved this book more and more everytime ive read it and im finally gonna get to the other two so look for them later "
— Zachary, 2/6/2012 -
" the end it was perfect "
— Maria, 11/14/2011 -
" This book conveyed a very strong female character. She would not allow herself to be put behind anyone. Cunning and survival was what the couple did best. To have a Grace and to constantly fight not to be owned or controlled. "
— Sharon, 11/7/2011 -
" really liked it. It was so realistic for a fantasy novel =3 "
— Reenee, 8/3/2011 -
" Very good book:) Romantic but at the same time it has action. I thought i wouldn't like it but it ended up being really good!:) "
— Rikki, 5/24/2011 -
" Fantastic fantasy book with a awesome strong female character that people can admire. While some of the details in the book may be more modern, this is a great tale of romance, love, and finding out who you really are to defeat all odds "
— Kimberly, 5/24/2011 -
" Katsa is a beautiful, strong, and inspiring character and the others that surround her are just as great. The story is wonderful and creative. I will forever listen to the book recommendations of 7th graders. "
— Stephanie, 5/24/2011 -
" Quite liked this book, devoured it within a day. Books like these are good.<br/>The ending was quite good, a little disappointing but quite cute. :) "
— Pernille, 5/24/2011 -
" Very good book, although I have to say the ending confused me a bit so I had to read it several times. After I understood it I found it rather depressing.<br/><br/>All in all, a good book even if the end could have been better "
— Cloud_9, 5/22/2011 -
" Loved it! just thought it was a little to short :D "
— Francien, 5/22/2011 -
" I liked this, but I am just a tad less convinced by the full cast audio version. The narration and the voicing has just a bit too much self-conscious story-telling quality to it. I am not quite able to put my finger on it. "
— LauraW, 5/21/2011 -
" Loved the plot, hated the writing. "
— Karen, 5/19/2011 -
" I absolutely loved this book when I got really into it. "
— Alyssa, 5/18/2011 -
" A great debut. Plot and characters well put together. Look forward to next one! "
— Becky, 5/18/2011
About Kristin Cashore
Kristin Cashore is the author of the acclaimed epic fantasy novels set in the Graceling Realm: Graceling, Fire, Bitterblue, and Winterkeep. She grew up in northeast Pennsylvania and earned a master’s degree from the Center for the Study of Children’s Literature at Simmons College.