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THE GRISHAVERSE By Leigh Bardugo (2012-)

nina wished she had inej’s gift for spywork, or kaz’s gift for scheming, but she only seemed to have jesper’s gift for bad decisions

“You might make me a better man.” “And you might make me a monster.”

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Ravka has a cold climate, usually it snows in the winter. It is bordered by Fjerda and Shu Han. Novyi Zem is a country located west of the True Sea. It is known for its dark-skinned people, Jurda crops, and sophisticated firearms. Shu Han is known for its scientific advancements through the arguably inhumane treatment of its Grisha. The hub of all international trade, Kerch relies on sea transport and its own neutrality in world affairs to maintain its position in the global economy. Fjerda is the northernmost nation bordering Ravka to the south.Typical Fjerdans have pale complexions, blue eyes, and blond hair. 

Cautiously, she let her knuckles brush against his, a slight weight, a bird’s feather. He stiffened, but he didn’t pull away. [...] She felt his knuckles slide against hers. Then his hand was in her hand, his palm was pressed against her own. A tremor moved through him. Slowly, he let their fingers entwine. For a long while, they stood there, hands clasped, looking out at the gray expanse of the sea. (insp)