The last decade has been a great time for fantasy books , as many incredible additions to the genre have hit shelves during that period — and 10 years ago, a modern YA classic emerged in Six of Crows , which set itself apart by defying one beloved trope.

All of Leigh Bardugo's books are must-reads for fantasy lovers, but Six of Crows holds a special place in many readers' hearts . As it celebrates its 10th anniversary this September (complete with new Dregs editions of the books ), it's a great time to reflect on why the 2015 novel and its sequel are so successful.

In part, it's because of the book's fantasy heist narrative, which sends its six POV characters on a seemingly impossible mission. The whole thing is so well-structured that it's difficult to put the book down.

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