Author Profile
Marie Rutkoski
16 Books
Marie Rutkoski is a New York Times bestselling author known for her captivating young adult fantasy and children's literature. She is best recognized for the highly acclaimed Winner's Trilogy, as well as the Kronos Chronicles and the Forgotten Gods duology. In addition to her successful writing career, Rutkoski holds a Ph.D. from Harvard University and teaches English literature and creative writing at Brooklyn College.
Jacks and Queens at the Green Mill: A Tor.Com Original
Marie Rutkoski
Fiction
Mystery
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The Winner's Trilogy: A 3-Book Bundle
Marie Rutkoski
Action
Adventure
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The Kronos Chronicles
The Jewel of the Kalderash
Marie Rutkoski
Adventure
Courage
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The Winner's Trilogy
The Winner's Curse: Chapters 1-5
Marie Rutkoski
Action
Fiction
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The Forgotten Gods
The Hollow Heart
Marie Rutkoski
Fantasy
Magic
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The Shadow Society
Marie Rutkoski
Fiction
Mystery
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The Winner's Trilogy
The Winner's Crime
Marie Rutkoski
Action
Fiction
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The Forgotten Gods
The Midnight Lie: Sneak Peek
Marie Rutkoski
Fiction
Magic
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The Kronos Chronicles
The Celestial Globe
Marie Rutkoski
Adventure
Fiction
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The Winner's Trilogy
The Winner's Curse
Marie Rutkoski
Action
Fiction
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The Kronos Chronicles
The Cabinet of Wonders
Marie Rutkoski
Adventure
Fiction
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The Winner's Trilogy
The Bridge of Snow: A Tor.Com Original
Marie Rutkoski
Fiction
Short Stories
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The Forgotten Gods
The Midnight Lie
Marie Rutkoski
Fiction
Magic
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The Kronos Chronicles: The Cabinet of Wonders, The Celestial Globe, and The Jewel of the Kalderash
Marie Rutkoski
Adventure
Fiction
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The Cabinet of Curiosities: A Novel
Marie Rutkoski, José Pazó Espinosa
Adventure
Fiction
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Eternally Yours
Chloe Gong, Patrice Caldwell, Kalynn Bayron, Melissa De La Cruz, Kendare Blake, Kat Cho, Hafsah Faizal, Sarah Gailey, Alexis Henderson, Adib Khorram, Casey McQuiston, Sandhya Menon, Akshaya Raman, Marie Rutkoski, Julian Winters
Anthologies
Monsters
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History tells us that the Great Chicago Fire was a tragic accident, but the truth is far more sinister. In the hidden corners of the city, a deadly secret burns: the fire was deliberately set to wipe out a terrifying race of creatures known as Shades. But the genocide failed, and the monsters survived in the shadows, waiting for their moment to strike. Now, the dark underbelly of Chicago is a dangerous playground where humans and monsters collide. When a high-stakes game at the legendary Green Mill brings one unsuspecting human face-to-face with an ominous and beautiful Shade, the ultimate gamble begins. With his very life on the line, he must navigate a treacherous world of deception, magic, and lethal wagers. In this gripping urban fantasy, the cards are dealt, the stakes are deadly, and losing is not an option. Step into a thrilling supernatural mystery where every shadow hides a secret, and the truth is more terrifying than you ever imagined.
13-18 Years
32 Pages
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Step into a world where every choice comes with a devastating price. In this complete collection of the acclaimed trilogy, you will meet Kestrel, the brilliant daughter of a powerful general, who faces a rigid future of either military service or an arranged marriage. But Kestrel has a mind of her own and a dangerous streak of independence. When a momentary impulse leads her to purchase a rebellious young slave named Arin, she unknowingly sets off a chain of events that will shatter her empire. Arin carries a deadly secret, and as an undeniable bond grows between them, they find themselves caught on opposite sides of a brewing revolution. To survive, they must navigate treacherous court politics, ruthless betrayals, and a forbidden romance that could cost them their lives. This gripping saga weaves together high-stakes espionage, thrilling class warfare, and heart-stopping romance. Experience the entire epic journey from the first spark of rebellion to the final, breathtaking battle for freedom.
13-18 Years
1307 Pages
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The Kronos Chronicles
The Jewel of the Kalderash
By:
Marie Rutkoski
Jump into a grand adventure with Petra, a brave fourteen-year-old, and her clever tin spider pal, Astrophil! Petra's life takes an exciting turn when she and her friends find themselves in a special contest to decide who will be the leader of their people. It's a big challenge, full of surprises and new paths.
But Petra also has a very important goal: she needs to find a way to help her father get better. This big quest leads her and Astrophil on an amazing journey to the city of Prague, a place full of old stories and hidden spots.
Will Petra be smart enough and brave enough to win the contest and find the healing her father needs? Follow her as she faces exciting challenges, learns about true friendship, and discovers courage deep inside herself. It’s an unforgettable story about family, loyalty, and finding your own strength!
13-18 Years
336 Pages
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Winning what you want might just cost you everything you love. Seventeen-year-old Kestrel lives a life of privilege as the daughter of a powerful general in a vast, war-hungry empire. Society dictates that she must either join the ruthless military or settle into an arranged marriage, but Kestrel fiercely guards her independence. Her carefully planned future takes a sudden turn when she visits a slave auction and, acting on a strange impulse, purchases a defiant young man named Arin. As Arin becomes a part of her household, Kestrel finds herself drawn to his sharp mind and unbreakable spirit. But hiding her growing affection is the least of her problems. Arin harbors a deadly secret of his own, and the true price Kestrel paid for him is far more dangerous than she could have ever imagined. Caught in a web of political intrigue, dirty secrets, and brewing rebellion, Kestrel must decide where her loyalties truly lie. Step into a breathtaking world of forbidden romance and high-stakes espionage where one wrong move could destroy it all.
13-18 Years
42 Pages
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The Forgotten Gods
The Hollow Heart
By:
Marie Rutkoski
Dive into a magical world where big changes are happening! Nirrim made a very important choice to help her people remember their past. Now, many people who used to live behind a city wall are discovering amazing new powers! Far away, Princess Sid is back home. She's a strong princess who needs to learn how to lead her country.
But trouble is brewing! Whispers of new dangers are spreading, and powerful magic is being unleashed. There's a tricky queen who can make people believe things that aren't true, even making friends seem like enemies. Could this queen be Nirrim, who is feeling upset about the way things were? Can Princess Sid find a way to help Nirrim? Or will ancient gods step in with their own big plans for everyone? Get ready for a story filled with adventure, magic, and royal challenges!
13-18 Years
304 Pages
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You have never truly belonged anywhere, and for sixteen-year-old Darcy Jones, that feeling is about to become a terrifying reality. Abandoned outside a Chicago firehouse as a little girl, Darcy knows nothing about her past. But her ordinary life shatters when a mysterious new boy named Conn arrives at her high school. Conn looks at her with a confusing mix of intense desire and deep hatred, unlocking memories Darcy never knew she had. Soon, she discovers the shocking truth: she comes from an alternate world where the Great Chicago Fire never happened, and deadly creatures known as Shades wage a secret war against humanity. When a bitter betrayal leaves her with no one to trust, Darcy must take matters into her own hands. She decides to infiltrate the dangerous Shadow Society to uncover their latest plot. In a world where the laws of nature no longer apply, Darcy must embrace her true identity before it is too late. Dive into a thrilling urban fantasy packed with suspense, shifting loyalties, and unforgettable twists.
13-18 Years
416 Pages
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The Winner's Trilogy
The Winner's Crime
By:
Marie Rutkoski
A royal wedding is supposed to be a dream come true, but for Kestrel, it is a gilded cage. To secure the freedom of the boy she loves, she has made a devastating bargain: she will marry the crown prince of a ruthless empire. Now, surrounded by endless celebrations, fireworks, and courtly extravagance, Kestrel must wear a mask of perfect loyalty while living a dangerous double life. She aches to tell Arin the truth about her sacrifice, but trusting him might put them both in lethal peril. Instead, she becomes a master of deception, working as a spy within the very heart of the royal court. Every whispered secret and stolen document brings her closer to uncovering a shocking conspiracy that could change their world forever. But playing a treacherous game of espionage means that one single slip will expose her as a traitor. In this breathtaking sequel, alliances will shatter, lies will unravel, and Kestrel will discover just how high a price she must pay for rebellion.
13-18 Years
405 Pages
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In a city where pleasure is a privilege and punishment is swift, keeping your head down is the only way to survive. Nirrim lives in the grim and unforgiving Ward, where people of her low status are strictly forbidden from tasting sweets, wearing bright colors, or dreaming of a better life. The harsh tribunal demands absolute obedience, and Nirrim has always followed the rules, carefully guarding a dangerous secret close to her heart. But everything changes the night she crosses paths with Sid, a bold and charming traveler from a distant land. Sid brings intoxicating whispers of a world where the ruling class hoards powerful magic, and she dares Nirrim to seek that magic for herself. To break free from the oppressive lies of her society, Nirrim must risk everything she knows. She must place her ultimate trust in a sly, captivating stranger who explicitly warns her not to be trusted. Embark on an epic romantic fantasy filled with dark secrets, fierce rebellion, and the thrilling pursuit of truth.
13-18 Years
10 Pages
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The Kronos Chronicles
The Celestial Globe
By:
Marie Rutkoski
The race for the ultimate magical prize has begun, and the stakes have never been deadlier. After successfully stealing her father's eyes back from the wicked Prince Rodolfo, Petra Kronos finds herself spirited away to the foggy streets of London. Hiding out with her loyal tin spider, Astrophil, Petra must master her growing magical abilities while dodging the terrifying man-made monsters sent to hunt her down. Meanwhile, her brave friends Neel and Tomik are sailing the treacherous high seas, desperate to find her. Their journey leads them to a band of traveling Gypsies and plunges them into a high-stakes hunt for the Celestial Globe, an object of unimaginable power. Prince Rodolfo will stop at nothing to claim the globe for himself, and the friends must reunite before he unleashes its destructive force. Packed with clockwork wonders, unraveling mysteries, and thrilling escapes, this enchanting adventure will sweep you into a world where loyalty and courage are the only defenses against dark magic.
13-18 Years
305 Pages
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The Winner's Trilogy
The Winner's Curse
By:
Marie Rutkoski
Winning what you want might just cost you everything you love. Seventeen-year-old Kestrel lives a life of privilege as the daughter of a powerful general in a vast, war-hungry empire. Society dictates that she must either join the ruthless military or settle into an arranged marriage, but Kestrel fiercely guards her independence. Her carefully planned future takes a sudden turn when she visits a slave auction and, acting on a strange impulse, purchases a defiant young man named Arin. As Arin becomes a part of her household, Kestrel finds herself drawn to his sharp mind and unbreakable spirit. But hiding her growing affection is the least of her problems. Arin harbors a deadly secret of his own, and the true price Kestrel paid for him is far more dangerous than she could have ever imagined. Caught in a web of political intrigue, dirty secrets, and brewing rebellion, Kestrel must decide where her loyalties truly lie. Step into a breathtaking world of forbidden romance and high-stakes espionage where one wrong move could destroy it all.
13-18 Years
368 Pages
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The Kronos Chronicles
The Cabinet of Wonders
By:
Marie Rutkoski
Imagine a world where magic and clockwork blend seamlessly together. Petra Kronos lives a happy, extraordinary life, complete with a pet tin spider named Astrophil who hides in her hair and whispers advice. Her brilliant father has a rare gift for moving metal with his mind, a talent that earns him a commission to build the world's finest astronomical clock for the prince of Bohemia. But when her father returns home completely blind, Petra discovers a horrifying truth: the cruel prince has stolen his eyes, enchanted them, and now wears them as his own. Determined to make things right, Petra embarks on a dangerous journey to the heart of Prague. She plans to sneak into the heavily guarded Salamander Castle and steal her father's eyes back. Along the way, she teams up with Neel, a boy whose invisible ghost-fingers can pick any lock. Together, they uncover dark secrets hidden within the castle walls and realize the astronomical clock possesses powers that could destroy their entire world.
13-18 Years
284 Pages
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Before the devastating war, before the bitter betrayals, and long before he became a slave, there was a time for stories. Step back into the breathtaking world of the Winner's Trilogy and discover the untold history of a boy who would one day change an empire. In this captivating short story, you will meet Arin during his childhood, living in a fleeting era of innocence and peace. Surrounded by the warmth of his family and the rich traditions of his people, young Arin learns the legends that will eventually fuel his unbreakable spirit. But even in the quiet moments of winter, the shadows of an approaching conflict begin to gather. This beautifully crafted glimpse into the past reveals the heart of a rebel before his world was shattered. Whether you are returning to the beloved fantasy realm or discovering its magic for the first time, this poignant tale offers a deep, emotional look at the boy who would risk everything for freedom.
13-18 Years
32 Pages
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The Forgotten Gods
The Midnight Lie
By:
Marie Rutkoski
In a city where pleasure is a privilege and punishment is swift, keeping your head down is the only way to survive. Nirrim lives in the grim and unforgiving Ward, where people of her low status are strictly forbidden from tasting sweets, wearing bright colors, or dreaming of a better life. The harsh tribunal demands absolute obedience, and Nirrim has always followed the rules, carefully guarding a dangerous secret close to her heart. But everything changes the night she crosses paths with Sid, a bold and charming traveler from a distant land. Sid brings intoxicating whispers of a world where the ruling class hoards powerful magic, and she dares Nirrim to seek that magic for herself. To break free from the oppressive lies of her society, Nirrim must risk everything she knows. She must place her ultimate trust in a sly, captivating stranger who explicitly warns her not to be trusted. Embark on an epic romantic fantasy filled with dark secrets, fierce rebellion, and the thrilling pursuit of truth.
13-18 Years
352 Pages
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The Cabinet of Wonders, The Celestial Globe, and The Jewel of the Kalderash
By:
Marie Rutkoski
Prepare to be swept away into a dazzling world of clockwork wonders, dark magic, and daring heists. This complete collection brings together all three thrilling adventures of Petra Kronos, a girl whose life is anything but ordinary. With a mechanical tin spider whispering advice in her ear, Petra embarks on an epic quest when a cruel prince steals her brilliant father's eyes. To get them back, she must journey to the dangerous streets of Prague, infiltrate a heavily guarded castle, and master her own hidden magical abilities. But stealing back her father's eyes is only the beginning. Alongside a cast of unforgettable friends—including a boy with invisible, lock-picking fingers—Petra will face man-made monsters, unravel deadly mysteries, and race to secure artifacts of unimaginable power. From the shadowy alleys of London to the high seas, this breathtaking saga is packed with history, enchantment, and heart-pounding suspense. Dive into the ultimate magical adventure where courage and loyalty are the greatest weapons of all.
13-18 Years
912 Pages
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Unlock the door to a world where magic and machinery collide in unexpected ways. When secrets are hidden within the intricate gears of a mysterious cabinet, it takes a clever mind and a courageous heart to discover the truth. This captivating tale invites you to explore a realm filled with hidden wonders, dangerous enchantments, and thrilling discoveries. As dark forces gather and ancient mysteries come to light, the line between friend and foe begins to blur. You will be drawn into a breathtaking adventure where every puzzle solved reveals an even greater mystery waiting in the shadows. Step inside and let your imagination take flight in a story crafted for those who dare to seek out the extraordinary. Prepare for a journey of suspense, loyalty, and the incredible power of curiosity.
13-18 Years
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Give in to an irresistible collection of paranormal romance where the only force more powerful than the supernatural is love itself. This spellbinding anthology invites you to explore romance in its many beautiful and monstrous forms, featuring vampires, merpeople, angels, demons, and creatures of legend.
Follow a girl in a graveyard as she embarks on an unexpected date, watch as a shipwrecked sailor makes a forbidden connection on an isolated island, and listen as a haunting piano melody summons a soul mate across the boundary of life and death. Each tale transports you to a world where romance defies the rules of nature, blending dark fantasy with deep emotional stakes.
Written by a phenomenal lineup of beloved authors, these stories span centuries, crossing land and sea to deliver unforgettable tales of life after life. Once you sink into these pages, the magic and romance will never let you go.
13-18 Years
417 Pages
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