Alex Aster

The story continues in Stormside… This is the standard edition.

Viettelevä ja kiihkeästi etenevä toinen osa Alex Asterin menestyssarjassa Lightlark! Kun menneisyyden kuumat salaisuudet alkavat paljastua, Isla Crownin on punnittava hallitsijan velvollisuuksien ja - pettureista vaarallisimman - oman sydämensä välillä. Satapäiväiset päättyi Islan voittoon mutta myös musertavaan petokseen. Isla on saavuttanut kahden hallitsijan rakkauden ja murtanut kuusi eri kirousta, mutta kukaan ei tiedä hänen valtavien voimiensa alkuperää eivätkä kaikki pidä hänen voittoaan oikeutettuna. Kun kuolemanvaara ympäröi Valonkiurun saarta, Islan on vaikea vastustaa menneisyyden eskapistista vetovoimaa. Alex Aster on yksi maailman seuratuimpia kirjailijoita, hänellä on yli miljoona seuraajaa. Hänen Lightlark-trilogiansa on käännetty yli 30 kielelle, ja kirjasarjan leffaoikeudet on ostanut Twilight-elokuvien tuottajatiimi.

Step out of the box and into the unexpected with Barbie - like you've never seen her before! - in an immersive, pink-tastic tale from the premier voice in teen fiction. Out of the box. Into the unexpected. Barbie’s life is perfect. She lives in a pink-hued paradise called Heartland where everything is in order and everyone has a role to play, thanks to the mysterious and all-powerful beings who will soon assign her a Fate at graduation from the enchanted Swancrest Academy. She’s worked hard to earn a good one. Her years of endless studying and acing every challenge are about to pay off. But when the unthinkable happens and Barbie is left Fateless—the first in Heartland’s history—her carefully ordered world shatters. Shaken and uncertain, Barbie must confront a future she never imagined: one with no clear path forward at all. Yet when a mysterious necklace begins to pulse with hidden power, she is drawn beyond Heartland’s protective mists into a daring journey across extraordinary lands. From sun-drenched shores to treacherous, ever-shifting landscapes, to shadowed forests steeped in secrets and magic, each realm will test Barbie’s courage, sharpen her wits, and awaken strengths she never knew she possessed—all while drawing her ever closer to a buried truth that could change her world forever. A richly imagined coming-of-age tale from the premier voice in teen fiction, this is a story about defying expectations, rewriting the rules, and discovering that the greatest possibilities lie in stepping out of the box . . . and into the unexpected.

Based on the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Lightlark Saga by Alex Aster, this deluxe 12-month calendar features gorgeous full-color illustrations of beloved scenes and characters. From Isla Crown and Celeste to Grimshaw Malvere and Oro Rey, and more, romantasy lovers and Lightlark fans will be enthralled all year long. Features include: 12” x 12” (12” x 24” open) Printed on FSC® certified paper with soy-based ink Plastic-free packaging Planning spread for September–December 2026 Spans January–December 2027 Generous grid space for notes, appointments, and reminders Official major world holidays and observances Moon phases, based on Universal Time 13 stunning illustrations of characters and scenes from the bestselling book Premium foil-printed cover with spot gloss and matte varnish Bonus poster with full-color art

Enter the enchanting and deadly world of Starside, where swords have magic and power isn’t inherited – it’s claimed, from No. 1 New York Times bestselling author Alex Aster. Hundreds of years ago, a brutal war split a land in two. Starside is the realm of magic and immortals – the descendants of the gods, living in a power-rich paradise. Stormside is where mortals fight for scraps of that magic. Every fifty years, the gates between them open, and fifty challengers are allowed to journey across Starside on a deadly quest for magic that can heal, grant wealth or extend life. Everyone has their reasons for entering, but Aris has only one: vengeance against the gods who killed her family. Winning one of the fifty spots on the quest won’t be easy. An orphaned blacksmith’s apprentice, Aris doesn’t have the superior weapons of the heirs from the Great Houses. But the greatest swords, ones that contain power, are not inherited or bought – they are claimed, by both sides. And when Aris claims a great sword, it makes her not just a real competitor... but a target. Countless dangers await on Starside. With a blade most would kill to take, Aris can’t trust anyone. Especially not Harlan Raker, the merciless and mysterious knight who betrayed her years ago – and who may now be the key to her survival. But Aris is hiding a secret tied to her family’s death. And when it’s revealed, not even the gods will be able to stop what’s coming...

EXCLUSIVE SPECIAL EDITION! Hardcover with sprayed edges! From Alex Aster, the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of the Lightlark series, comes her first adult romantasy. Enter the world of Starside, where swords wield magic and power is not inherited... but claimed. Hundreds of years ago, a brutal war split a land in two. Starside is the realm of magic and immortals –the descendants of the gods, living in a power-rich paradise. Stormside is where mortals fight for scraps of that magic. Every fifty years, the gates between them open, and fifty challengers are allowed to journey across Starside on a deadly quest to access a pool of magic that can heal, grant wealth, or extend life. Everyone has their reasons for entering, but Aris has only one: vengeance. As a child, a goddess set fire to her village, killing her family. Aris isn’t after the gods’ magic – she’s going to kill them. First, she must survive the Culling, the king’s deadly competition to choose his fifty challengers. An orphaned blacksmith’s apprentice, Aris doesn’t have the superior weapons of the heirs from the Great Houses. But the greatest swords – ones that contain power – are not inherited or bought, they are claimed, by both sides. And when Aris claims a great sword, it makes her not just a real competitor – but a target. Getting past the gates is only the beginning. Starside is deadlier than it seems. If the ancient creatures, magic-wielding beasts, and bloodthirsty immortals weren’t dangerous enough, a new peril has even immortals fearing what rises from the ground at night. With a blade most would kill to claim, Aris can’t trust anyone. Especially not Harlan Raker, the merciless and mysterious king’s guard who betrayed her years ago – and who may now be the key to her survival. But Aris is hiding a secret tied to her family’s death. And when it’s revealed, not even the gods will be able to stop what’s coming… Alex Aster has over 1.4 million followers and 150 million views on her videos. She has been featured on Good Morning America, Kelly Clarkson Show and is a 2023 Forbes 30 Under 30. She is the New York Times bestselling author of the YA fantasy series the Lightlark Saga.

From Alex Aster, the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author of the Lightlark series, comes her first adult romantasy. Enter the world of Starside, where swords wield magic and power is not inherited... but claimed. Hundreds of years ago, a brutal war split a land in two. Starside is the realm of magic and immortals –the descendants of the gods, living in a power­rich paradise. Stormside is where mortals fight for scraps of that magic. Every fifty years, the gates between them open, and fifty challengers are allowed to journey across Starside on a deadly quest to access a pool of magic that can heal, grant wealth, or extend life. Everyone has their reasons for entering, but Aris has only one: vengeance. As a child, a goddess set fire to her village, killing her family. Aris isn’t after the gods’ magic – she’s going to kill them. First, she must survive the Culling, the king’s deadly competition to choose his fifty challengers. An orphaned blacksmith’s apprentice, Aris doesn’t have the superior weapons of the heirs from the Great Houses. But the greatest swords – ones that contain power – are not inherited or bought, they are claimed, by both sides. And when Aris claims a great sword, it makes her not just a real competitor – but a target. Getting past the gates is only the beginning. Starside is deadlier than it seems. If the ancient creatures, magic­wielding beasts, and bloodthirsty immortals weren’t dangerous enough, a new peril has even immortals fearing what rises from the ground at night. With a blade most would kill to claim, Aris can’t trust anyone. Especially not Harlan Raker, the merciless and mysterious king’s guard who betrayed her years ago – and who may now be the key to her survival. But Aris is hiding a secret tied to her family’s death. And when it’s revealed, not even the gods will be able to stop what’s coming…

Palkitun kirjailijan ja somemaailman supertähden vangitseva YA-romantasia. ”Lightlark on kuohuva, nopeatempoinen fantasia, jonka kauniisti kuvattu maailma kihisee juonittelua, romantiikkaa ja jännitettä.” – New York Times #1 bestsellerkirjailija Sabaa Tahir Vuosisadan välein Lightlarkin saari ilmaantuu näkyville hengenvaarallisen pelin ajaksi. Kuuden valtakunnan hallitsijat kohtaavat ja taistelevat murtaakseen kirouksensa ja voittaakseen ylivertaisen vallan. Jokaisella on jotain piiloteltavaa, jokainen kirous on ainutkertaisen paha. Jotta kiroukset murtuvat ja hallitsijat pystyvät pelastamaan valtakuntansa, yhden heistä on kuoltava. Selviytyäkseen Isla Crownin täytyy valehdella, huijata ja pettää – vaikka panoksena olisi rakkaus. ”Jos Nälkäpeli oli sinulle synkkä satu, rakastat ilkeää ja lumoavaa Lightlarkia. Valmistaudu siirtymään häikäisevään maailmaan, jossa rakkaus on kuolemantuomio ja kilpailijoiden väliset romanssit ovat jopa raivokkaampia kuin saaria riivaavat kiroukset.” - Adam Silvera, Lopussa molemmat kuolevat -kirjan kirjoittaja Alex Aster on yksi maailman seuratuimpia kirjailijoita, hänellä on yli miljoona seuraajaa. Hänen Lightlark-trilogiansa on käännetty yli 30 kielelle, ja kirjasarjan leffaoikeudet on ostanut Twilight-elokuvien tuottajatiimi.

From Alex Aster, the #1 New York Times bestselling author of the Lightlark series, comes her first adult romantasy. Enter the world of Starside, where swords wield magic and power is not inherited...but claimed. Hundreds of years ago, a brutal war split a land in two. Starside is the realm of magic and immortals--the descendants of the gods, living in a power-rich paradise. Stormside is where mortals fight for scraps of that magic. Every fifty years, the gates between them open, and fifty challengers are allowed to journey across Starside on a deadly quest to access a pool of magic that can heal, grant wealth, or extend life. Everyone has their reasons for entering, but Aris has only one: vengeance. As a child, a goddess set fire to her village, killing her family. Aris isn't after the gods' magic--she's going to kill them. First, she must survive the Culling, the king's deadly competition to choose his fifty challengers. An orphaned blacksmith's apprentice, Aris doesn't have the superior weapons of the heirs from the Great Houses. But the greatest swords--ones that contain power--are not inherited or bought, they are claimed, by both sides. And when Aris claims a great sword, it makes her not just a real competitor--but a target. Getting past the gates is only the beginning. Starside is deadlier than it seems. If the ancient creatures, magic-wielding beasts, and bloodthirsty immortals weren't dangerous enough, a new peril has even immortals fearing what rises from the ground at night. With a blade most would kill to claim, Aris can't trust anyone. Especially not Harlan Raker, the merciless and mysterious king's guard who betrayed her years ago--and who may now be the key to her survival. But Aris is hiding a secret tied to her family's death. And when it's revealed, not even the gods will be able to stop what's coming...

Un xito de ventas nacional instant neo #1--pronto ser una gran pel cula. D jate atrapar por el mundo de Lightlark, el fen meno best seller de #BookTok, con esta deslumbrante edici n especial que no te querr s perder. EDICI N ESPECIAL CON NUEVA CUBIERTA MET LICA, CANTOS TINTADOS, MAPA A TODO COLOR Y UNA ILUSTRACI N EN LAS GUARDAS Y UN CAP TULO EXTRA DESDE EL PUNTO DE VISTA DE GRIM. «Devoracorazones -le susurr al o do-. Vas a acabar conmigo . Una vez cada cien a os, sus l deres compiten a muerte para liberar a su pueblo. Isla Crown es la joven soberana de Wilding, un reino de mujeres guerreras que no conocen el amor y que conf an en ella para ganar el Centenario. Para sobrevivir, Isla est preparada para mentir y traicionar. Aunque no cuenta con algunos lazos que la unir n a sus rivales, ni tampoco con enamorarse de quien puede ser su peor enemigo... El amor en Lightlark es un asunto peligroso. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION THREE MILLION SERIES COPIES SOLD SPECIAL EDITION WITH A NEW METALLIC COVER, SPRAYED EDGES, A FULL COLOR MAP, ILLUSTRATED ENDPAPERS, AND AN EXTRA CHAPTER FROM GRIM'S POINT OF VIEW An instant #1 national bestseller--soon to be a major motion picture. #BookTok phenomenon and award-winning author Alex Aster delivers readers a masterfully written, utterly gripping YA fantasy novel Welcome to the Centennial. Every 100 years, the island of Lightlark appears to host the Centennial, a deadly game that only the rulers of six realms are invited to play. The invitation is a summons--a call to embrace victory and ruin, baubles and blood. The Centennial offers the six rulers one final chance to break the curses that have plagued their realms for centuries. Each ruler has something to hide. Each realm's curse is uniquely wicked. To destroy the curses, one ruler must die. Isla Crown is the young ruler of Wildling--a realm of temptresses cursed to kill anyone they fall in love with. They are feared and despised, and are counting on Isla to end their suffering by succeeding at the Centennial. To survive, Isla must lie, cheat, and betray...even as love complicates everything. Filled with secrets, deception, romance, and twists worthy of the darkest thrillers, The Lightlark Sagais a must-read for fans of legendary fantasy writers Marie Lu, Marissa Meyer, and Leigh Bardugo.

S mate a la ola #Lightlark, el xito best seller que ha revolucionado #BookTok. Un coraz n dividido Una amenaza como ninguna otra Mil peleas contra el destino La tensi n entre Oro y Grim ha acabado desembocando en una guerra entre los reinos. Mientras tanto, Isla tendr que luchar contra un coraz n dividido en dos y enfrentarse al aterrador futuro que le mostr la profec a. Sabe que tiene el poder de la destrucci n absoluta, pero tambi n de la nica posibilidad de salvaci n ante lo que se cierne sobre ellos: una amenaza nunca antes vista. Con el tiempo en su contra y la supervivencia de todo su pueblo dependiendo de Isla, tendr que hacer de tripas coraz n y demostrar su poder como no lo hab a hecho hasta ahora. Conseguir salvar a los reinos? O ser ella su perdici n? El amor en Lightlark es un asunto peligroso. ENGLISH DESCRIPTION The pulse-pounding third novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Lightlark Saga, by acclaimed author and #BookTok sensation Alex Aster Love kills kingdoms... Back in Grim's castle on Nightshade, Isla is reeling in the wake of a brutal battle and the devastating truths it exposed. Her future--and the fate of the world--now hinge on a heart split in two. Past Isla, who fell in love with the ruler of Nightshade, fights to resist feelings she considers treasonous. The Isla of the present, who has seen the ruin her powers can cause, will do anything to save Lightlark and its king. As the line between enemy and friend is tested, Isla is more desperate than ever to understand the oracle's final prophecy and change her heartrending fate. But a storm is coming. And with it, a long-buried evil greater than anything the realms have faced before. With the clock ticking on her destiny and the survival of two warring kingdoms hinging on her own shattered heart, Isla Crown will either save the world--or destroy it. Filled with secrets, deception, romance, and twists worthy of the darkest thrillers, The Lightlark Saga is a must-read for fans of legendary fantasy writers Marie Lu, Marissa Meyer, and Leigh Bardugo.

"Lajtlark. Nochnoj palach" - vtoraja chast zakhvatyvajuschego fentezi-bestsellera, pokorivshego milliony chitatelej po vsemu miru.Ajcla Kraun pobedila v Stoletnem turnire, spasla shest narodov ot gibeli i razrushila drevnie prokljatija. Ona poljubila, no byla predana. Teper za ee serdtse srazhajutsja praviteli dvukh korolevstv, a Lajtlarku grozit novaja opasnost.Pobeda obernulas koshmarom. Vokrug Ajsly intrigi i zagovory, sojuzniki nenadezhny, a vragi blizhe, chem khotelos by. Chtoby spasti tysjachi zhiznej, Ajsle pridetsja pogruzitsja v boleznennye vospominanija i ovladet silami sozidanija i razrushenija.Sumeet li ona, dikaja, zasluzhit doverie dvukh narodov, kotorymi pravit? I glavnoe - smozhet li sdelat vybor mezhdu zovom serdtsa i dolgom? Dlja kogo eta kniga: Dlja poklonnikov tainstvennogo, dinamichnogo i naprjazhennogo fentezi.Dlja tekh, kto zhdet ekshena v dukhe "Golodnykh igr".Dlja chitatelej Li Bardugo, Meri Lju i Marissy Mejer.Dlja tekh, kto khochet uznat prodolzhenie istorii ob ostrove Lajtlark.

The pulse-pounding third novel in the #1 New York Times bestselling series The Lightlark Saga, by acclaimed author and #BookTok sensation Alex AsterLove kills kingdoms… Back in Grim’s castle on Nightshade, Isla is reeling in the wake of a brutal battle and the devastating truths it exposed. Her future—and the fate of the world—now hinge on a heart split in two. Past Isla, who fell in love with the ruler of Nightshade, fights to resist feelings she considers treasonous. The Isla of the present, who has seen the ruin her powers can cause, will do anything to save Lightlark and its king. As the line between enemy and friend is tested, Isla is more desperate than ever to understand the oracle’s final prophecy and change her heartrending fate. But a storm is coming. And with it, a long-buried evil greater than anything the realms have faced before. With the clock ticking on her destiny and the survival of two warring kingdoms hinging on her own shattered heart, Isla Crown will either save the world—or destroy it.

This gorgeous collector’s edition of the seductive second novel in Alex Aster’s #1 New York Times bestselling Lightlark Saga includes a suite of sensational features: Premium metallic slipcase Satin cover with foil stamping Map-illustrated endpapers Stenciled edges 8 pages of full-color character art and scene illustrations An 8-page bonus romance scene written in the POV of Isla’s love interest Isla Crown has secured the love of two powerful rulers and broken the curses that plagued the six realms for centuries, but few know the true origins of her powers. Now, in the wake of a crushing betrayal, Isla finds herself struggling to win respect as the newly crowned leader of two separate realms. Worse, her fellow rulers haven’t ceded victory quietly, and there are others in Isla’s midst who don’t believe her ascent to power was earned. As certain death races toward Lightlark and secrets from the past begin to unravel, Isla must weigh her responsibility to her people against the whims of the most dangerous traitor of all: her heart.

Two brand-new romantasy novellas bound into one deluxe, novel-length volume written from the perspectives of Grim and Oro, from #1 New York Times-bestselling author and #BookTok sensation Alex AsterTrue love knows no bounds. This premium, dual-sided volume includes two complete novellas bound together to create one can’t-miss collector’s item. The first novella—told from Grim’s perspective—gives readers insight into his past: the motivations and events that cemented his fate as Isla’s eventual love interest. The second is narrated by Oro and offers a window into his complex identity: that of a king torn between desire for justice and passion for the woman he loves more than anything. Grim and Oro: Dueling Crowns Edition includes key moments from the rulers’ love stories with Isla, expanded upon in their own voices. This gorgeous dual-sided Lightlark companion book from #1 New York Times bestselling author Alex Aster contains two full novellas bound together in one breathtaking package that boasts a suite of premium features: Dual-sided slipcase with two unique cover designs Die cuts and foil stamping in two colors on both sides of slipcase Full-color case with illustrations on both sides Full-color, stenciled edges Full-color endpapers with never-before-seen illustrations Grim and Oro is certain to thrill readers and test allegiances, leaving new and longtime fans second-guessing who they’re rooting for in the breathtaking battle for Isla’s heart.

Visit the beautiful and treacherous island of Lightlark with this deluxe 12-month calendar based on the #1 New York Times bestselling series by Alex Aster. Featuring gorgeous full-color illustrations of beloved scenes and characters including Isla Crown, Grimshaw Malvere, Oro Rey, Celeste, and more, this calendar will capture the heart of any romantasy lover and fans of the The Lightlark Saga. Features include: 12" x 12" (12" x 24" open) Printed on FSC-certified paper with soy-based ink Plastic-free packaging Planning spread for September–December 2025 Spans January–December 2026 Generous grid space for notes, appointments, and reminders Official major world holidays and observances Moon phases, based on Universal Time 13 stunning illustrations of characters and scenes from the bestselling book Premium foil-printed cover with spot gloss and matte varnish 6 collectible cards with character art