Uprooted & Spinning Silver by Naomi Novik 2 Books Collection Set - Fiction - Paperback

Titles in This Set
Uprooted
Spinning Silver

Details
Condition: Brand New
Format: Paperback
(Uprooted), 9780399180996 (Spinning Silver)
Publisher: Del Rey

Overview
This paperback duo pairs two acclaimed, standalone fantasies by Naomi Novik, each drawing on folklore to build richly imagined, character-driven worlds. Uprooted follows a young woman pulled into service to a reclusive wizard guarding her valley from a corrupting forest, while Spinning Silver reworks a classic fairy tale into a story of debt, cunning, and courage. Both novels showcase Novik's lyrical prose and inventive worldbuilding, making this set an ideal introduction for new readers and a satisfying reread for longtime fans of atmospheric, folklore-driven fantasy fiction that rewards close, careful attention.

About the Books
Uprooted introduces Agnieszka, a village girl chosen by the reclusive wizard known as the Dragon to serve him for ten years in his tower, a bargain her valley accepts because his magic keeps the corrupted, ever-encroaching Wood at bay. What begins as an unwanted apprenticeship becomes a discovery of hidden power, as Agnieszka's untrained magic proves stranger and more vital than anyone expected. As the Wood spreads and alliances fracture, she must trust her instincts and decide what she is willing to risk to protect those she loves. Spinning Silver reimagines the Rumpelstiltskin fairy tale through Miryem, the daughter of a moneylender who turns her family's failing business into real leverage, only to draw the attention of the Staryk, a dangerous race of winter fae who demand she turn silver into gold. Her bargain pulls in a duke's daughter, a tsarina, and the fate of two kingdoms, forcing Miryem to out-maneuver forces far older and colder than herself. Told through braided perspectives, the novel builds a wintry, high-stakes world where cleverness matters as much as magic. Together, these two novels highlight Novik's gift for grounding fantastical premises in resourceful heroines who confront power, sacrifice, and survival.

Key Benefits

• Two complete, standalone fantasy novels by Naomi Novik in one paperback set
• Folklore-inspired storytelling with richly built, atmospheric worlds
• Strong, resourceful heroines who drive the plot through wit and courage
• Ideal gift for fantasy readers, book clubs, and fans of fairy-tale retellings
• Compact paperback format perfect for travel, gifting, or shelf display
• A satisfying introduction to Novik's acclaimed adult fantasy writing

Book-by-Book Guide
Uprooted — A village girl's decade of service to a reclusive wizard uncovers dangerous magic and an ancient, corrupting forest.
Spinning Silver — A moneylender's daughter turns debt into leverage after a bargain with a wintry fae king spirals into a battle for two kingdoms.

About the Author
Naomi Novik is an American author known for blending folklore, history, and fantasy into vivid, character-driven novels. She first gained wide acclaim with the Temeraire series before turning to standalone fantasies such as Uprooted and Spinning Silver, both of which draw on fairy-tale traditions while foregrounding sharp, determined heroines. Novik's writing is noted for its lyrical prose, immersive worldbuilding, and willingness to reshape familiar folklore into emotionally complex, morally layered stories. She has become one of contemporary fantasy's most distinctive voices, admired for stories that balance danger, wonder, and hard-won hope.

Why You'll Love This Collection
This collection makes a wonderful gift for fantasy lovers, from birthdays to holiday stocking stuffers, offering two complete, folklore-rich novels in one paperback set. Perfect for book clubs, cozy weekend reading, or building out a home fantasy library, Uprooted and Spinning Silver reward readers with lush worldbuilding and heroines worth rooting for.

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