Book guide
Ink and Bone
In a world where the Great Library controls all knowledge, owning a book can get you killed.
Genre and trope pairingsFantasyTraining scenesFantasyPolitical intrigueYoung AdultTraining scenesYoung AdultDystopianYoung AdultPolitical intrigueSci-FiTraining scenesSci-FiDystopianSci-FiPolitical intrigue
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About Ink and Bone
In an alternate history where the Great Library of Alexandria survived and now controls knowledge across the world, private ownership of books is forbidden. Jess Brightwell, raised among illegal book smugglers, is sent to train for the Library’s service while secretly spying for his family. But when a friend creates a device that could change everything, Jess discovers the Library values control over human life—and rebellion may mean watching both books and people burn.
Reading signals
- Spice
- None
- Darkness
- Dark
- Pacing
- Fast
Series
The Great Library · Book 1 of 5
Content warnings
- armed conflict
- reproductive coercion (mentioned)
- slavery
- war
- Violent death
- Self-immolation
- Alcohol use
