Silver in the Bone is the fantastic new tale from Alexandra Bracken. I love her writing, so I was so excited when I saw she was writing a book that involved Arthurian legends. 

Silver in the Bone follows Tamsin Lark, a mortal without magic, who is determined to save her cursed brother. After their guardian disappeared, Tamsin and Cabell were forced to take odd and dangerous magical jobs to survive. When Tamsin catches wind of a job that could solve their problems for good, she eagerly takes it. However, the job comes with many dangers and the Larks are now a target…

I loved Silver in the Bone! I couldn’t put it down. It has a sense of classic adventure to it, with found family, and artful inclusion of Arthurian legends. I was spellbound! Tamsin is such a relatable heroine, making difficult choices but always fighting to protect her brother. I love stories about siblings who would do anything for each other. The secondary cast of characters is fantastic, from the loyal priestesses of Avalon to the charming and irrepressible Neve. 

The world-building is fantastic and I can’t wait to learn more about it in book two. Tamsin relies on a number of different magical methods to get by since she does not have magic, which were really interesting to read about. Silver in the Bone would be perfect for readers who love Arthurian legends, found family, and epic adventures. I can’t wait to see what happens next after that ending!! 

Thank you so much to Alexandra Bracken, Knopf Books for Young Readers, and Netgalley for a free ARC in exchange for an honest review.