Spinning Silver

Miryem and her family are facing financial difficulties due to her father's inability to collect his debts. However, Miryem takes matters into her own hands and becomes a moneylender herself. She gains a reputation for being able to turn silver into gold, which catches the attention of Tsar Mirnatius.

Tsar Mirnatius is not what he seems, and his secret threatens to consume the lands of humans and Staryk alike. Miryem and her two unlikely allies embark on a desperate quest that will take them to the limits of sacrifice, power, and love.

The story is set in a world where the winter never ends, and the cold seeps into everything. The characters are complex and well-developed, and the plot is full of twists and turns. Naomi Novik's writing is beautiful and immersive, making this book a must-read for fans of fantasy and fairy tales.