- In stock, ready to ship
- Inventory on the way
A Darker Shade of Magic is a trilogy of fantasy novels written by V.E Schwab. The series is set in multiple parallel universes, each with its own version of London. The three books in the series are A Darker Shade of Magic, A Gathering of Shadows, and A Conjuring of Light.
The series's protagonist is Kell, a powerful magician who can travel between parallel universes. He is from Red London, a prosperous and magical world where he serves as the adopted son of the royal family. However, Kell also has a secret job as a smuggler, and it is during one of his smuggling missions that he meets Lila Bard, a thief from Grey London, a world without magic. Together, they get entangled in a dangerous conspiracy that threatens to destroy all the parallel Londons. Don’t miss out on this bestselling young adult series, buy the trilogy now!
Titles In This Set:
- A Conjuring of Light
- A Gathering of Shadows
- A Darker Shade of Magic
The first book, A Darker Shade of Magic, sets up the world-building and introduces the main characters. It establishes the concept of the parallel Londons, which are color-coded based on the level of magic they possess. The book is fast-paced and action-packed, with several twists and turns that keep the reader engaged.
The second book, A Gathering of Shadows, is a bit slower in pace but provides a deeper insight into the characters and their relationships. The book revolves around a magical tournament called the Essen Tasch, where magicians from various worlds compete against each other. The tournament brings together several characters from the previous book and introduces some new ones. The book ends with a cliffhanger that sets up the events of the final book.
The third book, A Conjuring of Light, is the epic conclusion to the trilogy. It brings together all the characters and plotlines from the previous books and ties them up in a satisfying manner. The book is emotionally charged, with several heartbreaking moments and intense action sequences. The ending is bittersweet but hopeful, leaving the reader with a sense of closure.
Overall, the Darker Shade of Magic trilogy is a well-written and engaging series that will appeal to fantasy and adventure fans. The world-building is excellent, the characters are relatable and complex, and the plot is full of twists and turns that keep the reader guessing until the very end. It is a must-read for anyone who loves a good fantasy series.
From the publishers:
A Conjuring of Light
The precarious equilibrium among the four London's has reached its breaking point. Once brimming with the red vivacity of magic, darkness casts a shadow over the Maresh Empire, leaving a space for another London to rise. Kell - once assumed to be the last surviving Antari -begins to waver under the pressure of competing loyalties. Lila Bard, once a commonplace but never common thief, has survived and flourished through a series of magical trials. But now she must learn to control the magic before it bleeds her dry. Meanwhile, the disgraced Captain Alucard Emery and the Night Spire crew are attempting a race against time to acquire the impossible, as an ancient enemy returns to claim a crown and a fallen hero is desperate to save a decaying world.
A Gathering of Shadows
Kell is one of the last magicians with the ability to travel between parallel universes, linked by the magical city of London. It has been four months since a mysterious obsidian stone fell into his possession, and he met Delilah Bard. Four months since the Dane twins of White London fell, and the stone was cast with Holland's dying body back into Black London. Now Kell is visited by dreams of ominous magical events, waking only to think of Lila. And as Red London prepares for the Element Games, an international competition of magic, a certain pirate ship draws closer. But another London is coming back to life. The balance of magic is perilous, and for one city to flourish, another must fall.
A Darker Shade of Magic
Most people only know one London, but what if there were several? Kell is one of the last Travelers magicians with a rare ability to travel between parallel London's. There is Grey London, dirty and crowded and without magic, home to the mad King George III. There is Red London, where life and magic are revered. Then, White London, ruled by whoever has murdered their way to the throne. But once upon a time, there was Black London.
We aim to process our orders within 24 hours.
Standard Delivery:
$4.99 - Standard Delivery (5 – 7 working days).
Free Delivery
Free standard delivery on orders $60 and over.
Standard Delivery (5 – 7 working days).
For more information and for returns see our shipping & returns page.
