The Court of Miracles combines the underworld of Six of Crows with a re-imagining of the events of Les Miserables. I’m a huge fan of Eponine and was beyond excited when I received an ARC of this book! The first in a planned trilogy, this story follows Nina (Eponine), as she fights to be reunited with her sisters and seeks to prove to the lords of the underworld that she is not a pawn on their chessboard. Nina is fierce about pursuing her goals, unflinching in the face of almost certain death, and always thinking five steps ahead. This book was impossible to put down; there’s never a dull moment and a sense of eerie fantasy permeates throughout.

Grant’s writing is smooth, descriptive, and captivating. At the heart of this book, there is a strong bond of sisterhood, which is one of my favorite things to see! The Court of Miracles was genuinely so much fun to read: with a female Javert, lots of nods to Les Mis throughout, and more than one intriguing gentleman who crosses paths with Nina. You do not need to have read or seen Les Miserables to enjoy this book, as the author makes the story completely her own. I already can’t wait for the sequel to The Court of Miracles and to see how Nina’s adventures continue! The Court of Miracles releases on June 2, 2020. Thank you to Kester Grant, Knopf Books for Young Readers, and Netgalley for a free ARC of this book in exchange for an honest review.