Lightlark (The Lightlark Saga Book 1)

Alex Aster

Aug 2022 · Abrams

About this ebook

A gripping, propulsive YA fantasy novel from award-winning author and social media superstar Alex Aster, “Lightlark is an ebullient, fast-paced fantasy with a beautifully rendered world that seethes with intrigue, romance and tension. I couldn't turn the pages fast enough” (#1 New York Times bestselling author Sabaa Tahir)
 
An Instant #1 New York Times Bestseller  
 
Welcome to the Centennial.
 
Every hundred years, the island of Lightlark appears for only 100 days to host a deadly game, where the rulers of six realms fight to break their curses and win unparalleled power. Each ruler has something to hide. Each curse is uniquely wicked. To break them—and save themselves and their realms—one ruler must die.
 
To survive, Isla Crown must lie, cheat, and betray. Even as love complicates everything . . .
 
Includes Select Exclusive Excerpts from Nightbane, the Second Book in the Lightlark Saga

Ratings and reviews

this book has potential but is a letdown. the editor in my opinion was unable to bring out its worth. the writing is fit for a younger audience as fits the YA but could have done more to set the scene and flush out the characters. Over all this book was plain and cookie cutter. the plot is predictable, the twists are curves and the characters lack depth. perhaps that's because of the narrative perspective but the stakes of the book felt middling. The author was unable to bring the dread and tension until far too late and barely to a simmer. the disdain booktok has for this is acceptable and I hope significant improvements are made to the next books. I for one will be least likely to continue the series, as there is nothing keeping me engrossed. I hope the directors and screen writers can bring out the potential of the work in their multimedia plans.

What a great read. Cant wait for Book 2!!!

Hunger games kind of vibe, cute, fun.

About the author

Alex Aster is an author of YA fiction as well as award-winning middle grade fiction, including the Emblem Island series, which was published to critical acclaim. Alex graduated summa cum laude from the University of Pennsylvania, where she studied creative writing. Find out more on TikTok (@alex.aster) or Instagram (@byalexaster).