Spinning Silver Naomi Novik Fantasy Novel Paperback Book A Rich Enchanting Fairy Tale Retelling

Spinning Silver: A rich and enchanting fairytale retelling from the author of Uprooted by Naomi Novik is a beautifully written paperback edition for readers who love layered fairy tales, strong heroines, and immersive fantasy. Perfect for parents, teachers, or gift buyers searching for a standout book collection addition or a single paperback edition to delight teens and adults alike, this BRAND NEW copy blends folklore, moral complexity, and vivid worldbuilding.

In this captivating retelling, Naomi Novik reimagines classic motifs with emotional depth and inventive stakes. The novel centers on Miryem, the daughter and granddaughter of moneylenders, who faces her family’s slide into poverty when her gentle father refuses to collect debts. Determined to change their fate, Miryem hardens her heart and takes up the work of collection in their village. Her uncanny success gives rise to rumours that she can turn silver into gold — a claim that draws the attention of the fairy king of winter.

When the fairy king sets Miryem an impossible challenge, the consequences are grave: failure means death, but success may lead to a destiny worse than death. As Miryem struggles to meet the demand placed upon her, her actions ripple outward, entangling the unhappy daughter of a lord and binding fate, fortune, and family together in unexpected ways. This rich narrative explores themes of power, responsibility, resilience, and the human cost of survival.

Product details
Condition: BRAND NEW
Format: Paperback
ISBN: 9781509899043

About the author
Naomi Novik — the bestselling author of the acclaimed Uprooted — brings her lifelong love of fantasy and deep historical curiosity to this novel. An avid reader since childhood with a fondness for authors like Patrick O'Brian and Jane Austen, Novik is known for intelligent, character-driven fantasy that appeals to readers who appreciate literary craft alongside magical storytelling.

Why readers choose this paperback edition

• Engaging fairy tale retelling that reimagines classic folklore for modern readers.
• Deeply drawn characters and morally complex choices — ideal for discussion in book clubs or classrooms.
• Paperback format makes it an affordable, giftable option for teen and adult readers.
• From a bestselling, trusted author: great for fans of Uprooted and literary fantasy.

This paperback is especially suited for bedtime reading, classroom assignments on modern retellings, or as a thoughtful gift for a fantasy-loving friend. Its blend of suspense, emotional stakes, and mythic atmosphere creates a timeless keepsake that’s entertaining and thought-provoking.

Bring home Spinning Silver and add a powerful, beautifully written children’s series-adjacent fantasy (appeals to older teens and adults) to your shelf — a perfect present for holiday gifting, book club rotations, or anyone seeking a richly imagined story that lingers long after the final page.