The criminal mastermind, Kaz Brekker, has a chance to pull off an extremely dangerous heist: to break into the Ice Court—a military stronghold that has never been breached—and take a hostage whose knowledge could change Grisha magic forever. The success of this plan means unimaginable wealth for Kaz, but he can't do it alone…

A convict with a thirst for revenge.

A sharpshooter who can't walk away from a wager.

A runaway with a privileged past.

A spy known as the Wraith.

A Heartrender using her magic to survive the slums.

A thief with a gift for unlikely escapes.

Six dangerous outcasts. One impossible heist. Together they might be unstoppable—if they don't kill each other first.