The Sins on Their Bones by Laura R. Samotin

The Sins on Their Bones

The Cursed Crown #1

Laura R. Samotin

408 pages • first pub 2024 (editions)

fiction fantasy historical lgbtqia+ dark emotional medium-paced
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This book is ideal for readers seeking a dark, emotionally charged fantasy exploring themes of love, betrayal, and redemption through a queer, Jewish lens, blending intricate political schemes with mystical elements.

Description

Set in a Jewish folklore-inspired reimagining of 19th century Eastern Europe, this queer dark fantasy debut pits two estranged husbands and a daring spymaster on opposite sides of a civil war. Perfect for fans of Leigh Bardugo, C.S. Pacat, and Kat...

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Community Reviews

3.87
based on 592 reviews

Moods

dark: 98%

emotional: 77%

tense: 53%

sad: 38%

adventurous: 29%

challenging: 29%

mysterious: 24%

reflective: 13%

hopeful: 12%

funny: 3%

inspiring: 3%

Pace

7% of readers chose fast
60% of readers chose medium
32% of readers chose slow
fast
medium
slow

Plot or character driven?

7% of readers chose Plot
56% of readers chose A mix
34% of readers chose Character
1% of readers chose N/A
Plot
A mix
Character
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Strong character development?

73% of readers chose Yes
18% of readers chose Complicated
7% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Loveable characters?

58% of readers chose Yes
29% of readers chose Complicated
10% of readers chose No
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
No
N/A

Diverse cast of characters?

85% of readers chose Yes
7% of readers chose Complicated
6% of readers chose No
Yes
Complicated
No

Flaws of characters a main focus?

86% of readers chose Yes
10% of readers chose Complicated
1% of readers chose N/A
Yes
Complicated
N/A

Content Warnings

Approved by the author

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