Award-Winning · Fantasy

The Fifth Season

4.5

A celebrated work of fantasy selected for its enduring craft, ideas, and appeal to curious readers.

Part of the Literary Book Shelf catalog: a reader-first collection of significant, rewarding books across genres and generations.

About the author

N. K. Jemisin

N. K. Jemisin is the author of The Fifth Season, featured in our curated catalog.

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