Published in 2015, A Darker Shade of Magic by V.E. Schwab is the first book in the Shades of Magic series, blending young adult fantasy with dark adventure. It follows Kell Maresh, one of the last Antari magicians who can travel between parallel Londons—Red, Grey, White, and the fallen Black. When Kell accidentally smuggles a powerful relic from Black London, he’s thrust into a deadly conflict alongside Lila Bard, a cunning thief from Grey London. As they confront the tyrannical rulers of White London and the dark magic threatening to consume them, Kell and Lila must risk everything to restore balance. The novel explores themes of power, identity, and sacrifice, earning critical acclaim and a devoted following.
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