What is The Queen of Nothing by Holly Black about?

The Queen of Nothing is the thrilling conclusion to Holly Black's Folk of the Air series, following mortal Jude Duarte after her exile from the faerie realm of Elfhame. When her twin sister Taryn asks her to return for a murder trial, Jude re-enters the dangerous world of Faerie politics, confronts her husband High King Cardan, battles her father Madoc's rebellion, and must break a deadly curse that transforms Cardan into a serpent. The story blends fantasy, romance, political intrigue, and themes of power, betrayal, and belonging.

Who is Holly Black and what other books has she written?

Holly Black is a #1 New York Times bestselling author born November 10, 1971, in New Jersey, known for contemporary fantasy and young adult fiction. Beyond The Queen of Nothing and the Folk of the Air series, she co-created The Spiderwick Chronicles with Tony DiTerlizzi, wrote the Modern Faerie Tales trilogy (Tithe, Valiant, Ironside), the Curse Workers series, and The Coldest Girl in Coldtown. Black has won a Nebula Award and a Newbery Honor, with her works translated into 32 languages and adapted for film and television.

Who should read The Queen of Nothing?

The Queen of Nothing is perfect for young adult and adult readers who love dark fantasy, complex political intrigue, and morally gray characters. Fans of enemies-to-lovers romance, fierce female protagonists navigating power struggles, and richly detailed faerie worlds will find this book compelling. It's ideal for readers who've followed Jude and Cardan's journey through The Cruel Prince and The Wicked King, though newcomers should start with the first book to fully appreciate the complex relationships and backstory.

Is The Queen of Nothing worth reading?

The Queen of Nothing delivers a satisfying and explosive conclusion to one of the most popular young adult fantasy series in recent years. Holly Black masterfully ties together complex plot threads involving exile, betrayal, magical curses, and political warfare while developing Jude and Cardan's relationship to a deeply emotional climax. Readers praise the book's dark atmosphere, unpredictable twists, powerful character growth, and the way it fulfills prophecies established earlier in the series. The ending brings both closure and hope for Elfhame's future.

What happens to Jude Duarte in The Queen of Nothing?

Jude begins The Queen of Nothing exiled in the mortal world, working dangerous jobs for faeries while living with her sister Vivienne. She returns to Elfhame impersonating her twin Taryn during a murder trial, where she discovers her father Madoc's plot against Cardan. After being captured, injured, and magically healed by earth—proving her connection to the land—Jude reunites with Cardan and learns his exile contained a loophole allowing her return. She ultimately becomes the true High Queen, defeats her enemies, and ushers in a new era with Cardan.

What is the relationship between Jude and Cardan in The Queen of Nothing?

Jude and Cardan's relationship in The Queen of Nothing transforms from painful separation to passionate reunion and mutual declaration of love. After Cardan exiles Jude at the end of The Wicked King, she feels deeply betrayed, unaware that he sent numerous letters begging her to return—all intercepted by his mother Lady Asha. The exile decree contained a loophole stating Jude could return "when the crown allowed it," meaning she herself (as the crown) could return at will. Their reunion culminates in Cardan publicly declaring Jude his High Queen and wife.

What is the curse that transforms Cardan in The Queen of Nothing?

Cardan's crown, crafted by the master smith Grimsen who secretly works for Madoc, contains a powerful curse that transforms him into a giant serpent when broken. Cardan intentionally breaks the crown during a parlay with Madoc to symbolize ending old power-hungry ways and fulfill a prophecy that he would be "the end of the crown". After transformation, the serpent-Cardan swallows Grimsen whole, leaving Jude as sole ruler tasked with reversing the curse while courtiers demand she kill the serpent instead.

How does Jude break Cardan's serpent curse in The Queen of Nothing?

Jude breaks Cardan's curse by killing the serpent instead of bridling it, fulfilling the prophecy that "out of his blood a great ruler would rise". When the Court of Teeth offers her a golden bridle to control the serpent in exchange for marrying their daughter Queen Suren to her brother Oak, Jude recognizes the bridle would actually control her. Mother Marrow, an old court smith, hints that Jude already knows the answer to reversing the transformation. By slaying the serpent before witnesses, Cardan emerges more powerful than ever.

虚无女王

霍莉·布莱克

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《虚无女王》概述

在《虚无之女王》（*The Queen of Nothing*）中，霍莉·布莱克（Holly Black）为其畅销系列“空中居民”（Folk of the Air）三部曲献上了令人惊叹的终章。凭借在 Goodreads 上超过 70 万次的评分，这部奇幻杰作俘获了全球读者的心。为了夺回属于自己的王座，朱迪（Jude）将做出怎样黑暗的牺牲？

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第 1 章

A Tale of Power, Betrayal, and Serpentine Transformations

When Holly Black's "The Queen of Nothing" hit shelves in 2019, it sent shockwaves through the fantasy community, becoming an instant New York Times bestseller. The final installment in the Folk of the Air trilogy captivated readers with its intricate political machinations and enemies-to-lovers romance. Taylor Swift reportedly named it one of her favorite fantasy reads, while BookTok creators have generated millions of views dissecting the complex relationship between Jude and Cardan. The series has been optioned for television adaptation, with fans eagerly debating casting choices across social media platforms. Beyond its commercial success, the book explores profound themes of power, identity, and belonging that resonate with readers navigating their own complex relationships and self-discovery journeys.

第 2 章

Exiled Queen in a Mortal World

Jude Duarte, the High Queen of Elfhame, finds herself in the bitter position of exile in the mortal world - a realm she once called home but now feels foreign to her. Her days follow a monotonous pattern: watching mindless daytime television shows that highlight the banality of human existence, while dedicating hours to training her younger brother Oak in the complex traditions and political machinations of Faerie. The mundane nature of mortal life feels like a constant reminder of her fall from power. At night, she maintains tenuous connections to her former life by running errands for local faeries - delivering messages, settling disputes, and occasionally serving as an enforcer, all while carefully avoiding detection by those who might recognize her. The situation drips with cruel irony. As a child violently taken from the mortal world and raised in the treacherous courts of Faerie, she had often dreamed of returning to the human world. Now, forcibly returned, she finds herself longing for Elfhame with an intensity that manifests as physical pain - missing everything from the glittering revelry to the dangerous political games she had mastered. Even the air feels wrong here, lacking the intoxicating magic that permeates Faerie. Her sister Vivi, always more comfortable in the mortal world, remains optimistic about reconciling with her human ex-girlfriend Heather. When Heather sends a message expressing a desire to forget about Faerie completely, Vivi sees hope for reconciliation. But Jude, hardened by years of court intrigue, recognizes the message for what it likely is - a test of Vivi's loyalty and willingness to choose between worlds. Meanwhile, Oak grows increasingly resistant to his training, his childish declarations of never wanting to rule becoming more frequent and vehement. His rejection of the crown carries serious implications for the stability of Elfhame, as he remains the legitimate heir to the throne. The situation becomes more complex when Jude encounters Grima Mog, a legendary redcap warrior whose reputation for bloodthirst is matched only by her tactical brilliance. Now inexplicably living among mortals, Grima Mog reveals disturbing intelligence: Madoc, Jude's adoptive father and former general, has formed an alliance with the notorious Court of Teeth. Their goal is to overthrow High King Cardan before the next full moon - a plan that would throw Elfhame into chaos. This vital information comes with a steep price - Jude must defeat Grima Mog in single combat. Despite facing an opponent known for centuries of battlefield victories, Jude employs a combination of mortal ingenuity and faerie training to secure an unlikely victory, turning a dangerous enemy into a valuable ally. The stakes escalate dramatically with the unexpected arrival of Jude's twin sister Taryn, who appears at her apartment door with blood on her hands and fear in her eyes. She confesses to murdering her husband Locke - a death that requires investigation in Faerie. Taryn begs Jude to return to Elfhame and impersonate her during the inquest, despite the mortal danger such deception would entail. For Jude, who has been desperately seeking a way back to her throne and to Cardan, this crisis presents both incredible risk and irresistible opportunity. Despite the very real possibility of execution should her exile-breaking deception be discovered, she agrees to the scheme, her heart racing at the prospect of returning to the world she truly considers home.

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第 3 章

Deception, Discovery, and Dangerous Games

Disguised as her twin Taryn, Jude returns to the glittering yet treacherous court of Elfhame for the inquest, her heart pounding beneath borrowed glamour. She navigates the labyrinthine politics of the Faerie court, where every smile masks potential betrayal and each courtesy could conceal a knife. The perfect illusion she maintains grows increasingly strained as courtiers press close, testing her knowledge of Taryn's mannerisms and recent history. Each interaction becomes a dangerous dance of half-truths and careful deflections. The charade reaches a breaking point when she receives a summons to the High King's private chambers - a development she hadn't anticipated. Face-to-face with Cardan, her carefully constructed facade crumbles as he reveals he's known her true identity all along. His mention of undelivered letters sparks both confusion and fury in Jude, suggesting deliberate interference in their communication. Before they can unravel this mystery, an earth-shattering explosion rocks the palace foundations - Madoc's forces have launched their long-planned assault. In the ensuing chaos of smoke and screaming, Jude finds herself overwhelmed by Madoc's elite soldiers, who drag her to their military encampment near the Court of Teeth. Madoc, still believing he's rescued Taryn from becoming a royal hostage, reveals more than he intends. Within the camp, Jude discovers the legendary Grimsen the Smith laboring at his forge, creating weapons of extraordinary power for Madoc's rebellion. More disturbing still is the revelation about an enchanted earring Grimsen crafted for Cardan - one that transforms into a lethal ruby spider, identical to the one Jude had observed trapped in a crystal globe in Cardan's private study. The camp holds another shocking secret: the Ghost, once Jude's trusted spy, now serves as Madoc's unwilling puppet, bound by the power of his true name. During her attempted rescue of the Ghost, Madoc finally sees through her disguise, leading to a savage confrontation. The fight is brutal and swift - years of training clash against centuries of experience until Madoc's blade finds its mark, driving through Jude's side with merciless precision. As he raises his sword for the killing blow, arrows slice through the winter air - Vivi and Taryn, accompanied by the fearsome Grima Mog, arrive in a desperate rescue attempt. With blood soaking the snow beneath her, Jude recalls ancient lore about the High King's mystical connection to the land. In a moment of desperate inspiration, she demands her wounds be packed with Elfhame's soil before being stitched closed. As they comply, something extraordinary happens - delicate white flowers push through the frozen ground where her blood has fallen, an undeniable sign that the land acknowledges her as its rightful Queen. This magical confirmation strengthens her resolve, but time is running out. She must reach the palace before the Ghost, compelled by Madoc's commands, can complete his mission to assassinate Cardan.

第 4 章

The Crown's Burden and Heart's Revelation

After a harrowing journey back to Elfhame, Jude regains consciousness in the High King's chambers, her battle wounds meticulously treated by the Court healers. The familiar scent of moss and magic surrounds her as she processes her return. When she finally confronts Cardan in his private study - surrounded by ancient tomes and flickering faerie lights - he unveils the cruel irony of her exile. His decree, seemingly straightforward in its brutality, was actually an elaborate riddle worthy of the Folk's love of wordplay. As Queen of Elfhame, Jude had possessed the power to pardon herself at any moment during her months of suffering in the mortal world. More devastating still, the dozens of letters he sent during her exile - letters filled with explanations and longing - never reached her hands. The weight of the crown bears heavily on Cardan, who shares a dark prophecy that has haunted him since birth. The Court's most respected seer had declared that his reign would bring destruction to the crown and devastation to the throne. Yet rather than flee from this destiny, Cardan has embraced Jude precisely because of her strength and determination. In their private moments, he confesses that he trusts her to be his check against power's corruption - to stop him should he ever become the monster others feared he would be. His vulnerability in these admissions begins to crack Jude's carefully constructed defenses, though years of betrayal and court politics make her hesitant to fully lower her guard. Lady Asha proves to be a particularly venomous presence in the Court. Cardan's mother approaches Jude with honeyed words masking poisonous intentions, suggesting that her son's affections are as changeable as the tides. The queen mother's beautiful features barely conceal her contempt as she warns Jude of inevitable abandonment. However, Jude - hardened by years of Court intrigue - confronts Lady Asha about intercepting Cardan's letters, watching satisfaction bloom across her face as the older faerie's carefully maintained composure cracks. The war preparations intensify when Taryn manages to capture the Ghost moments before he can complete his assassination attempt on Cardan. Under questioning, the assassin reveals his true mission: he had shot Queen Orlagh with an enchanted bolt crafted with Madoc's blood magic - a calculated move that kept the Undersea forces from joining the conflict. This revelation gives Jude a crucial advantage as she works to secure her position as Queen. She employs her unique ability to speak untruths - a power that sets her apart from all other inhabitants of Faerie - to convince the wavering rulers of the low Courts that Madoc's defeat is predetermined. On the eve of the final confrontation with Madoc, Cardan finds Jude in the palace gardens. Among the luminous night blooms and whispering leaves, he lays bare his heart: "I spent much of my life guarding my heart. I thought it a weakness to show love, to admit to need. But it is yours." The weight of his words hangs in the air between them as he turns and walks away, leaving Jude to grapple with her own carefully guarded emotions while the threat of tomorrow's battle looms ever closer.

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第 5 章

The Serpent King and the Mortal Queen

When Madoc arrives for parley at the heart of Elfhame, tension crackles through the assembled court. He challenges Cardan for the crown with theatrical flourish, drawing an ornate sword that gleams with ancient power - forged by Grimsen using stones taken from Queen Mab's sacred barrow. The weapon proves immediately potent as it creates a thunderous fissure that splits the ancient throne of Elfhame, a seat that had withstood centuries of faerie politics and power. Madoc, ever the strategist, proposes a calculated contest where the Folk would choose between them, cleverly offering Queen Orlagh's life as collateral - knowing full well how valuable the sea queen's allegiance remains. In a moment that silences the entire court, Cardan performs an act none could have predicted. With deliberate grace, he removes the Blood Crown from his dark curls, refusing to gamble with Elfhame's rule. His words ring through the hall as he declares that true loyalty cannot - and should not - be compelled by magic or mandate. Then, demonstrating strength few knew he possessed, he breaks the crown in two with his bare hands. The Folk, moved by this display of principled leadership, bow to him of their own free will. But their loyalty comes at a terrible price - Cardan's eyes suddenly turn pitch black, his elegant form elongates unnaturally, and before the horrified court, he transforms into an enormous serpent of impossible proportions. Grimsen, revealing his treachery with his dying breath, confesses to cursing the crown before the creature strikes him down. As panic engulfs the court, Jude steps forward with the steel-spined composure expected of Elfhame's Queen. She commands Madoc's immediate capture while the massive serpent that was once her husband slithers away into the depths of Elfhame. With swift decisiveness, she elevates Grima Mog to Grand General and tasks the Bomb with identifying those who remain loyal to the crown. Though her exterior projects calculated control, internally she grapples with devastating grief over Cardan's transformation. Madoc, ever opportunistic even in defeat, approaches Jude with a calculated offer - a magical bridle crafted by Grimsen that would grant her complete control over Cardan in his serpent form. The price: a marriage alliance between Oak and their queen Suren when he ascends to the throne. Though the thought of enslaving Cardan to eternal servitude sickens her, Jude takes possession of the bridle while carefully avoiding any binding promises regarding Oak's future. In a moment of desperate vulnerability, Jude sends a message into the waves: "If you ever loved him, help me." The response comes swiftly as Nicasia, Cardan's former lover and princess of the Undersea, appears before her throne and kneels, pleading to join the effort to save him. She shares intimate stories of Cardan's hidden kindnesses - secret acts of mercy and generosity that Jude had never known about - creating an unexpected bridge of understanding between two women who, despite their differences, share a profound connection to the transformed king.

第 6 章

Breaking Curses and Finding Truth

With guidance from Mother Marrow and the Alderking Severin, Jude uncovers the sinister truth about the serpent's bridle. The revelation that using her own hair would permanently bind her to the serpent proves to be yet another of Orlagh's calculated deceptions - one that could have trapped Jude in an unbreakable magical contract. This discovery, combined with her growing mastery of the powers inherent to the Queen of Elfhame, enables her to devise an intricate strategy to free Cardan from his cursed form. The narrative strategically shifts forward to show Jude and Cardan's triumphant yet haunting return to the palace. They arrive in a royal carriage, both drenched in blood - a visceral reminder of the violence necessary for transformation in Faerie. While the exact method of breaking the curse remains shrouded in mystery, Cardan's subsequent display of power proves both his restoration and enhancement. In a breathtaking demonstration, he heals the fractured earth that split during his transformation and transmutes the broken throne into two separate seats of power, each wreathed in living briars that bloom with dark flowers - a symbol of their shared rule and evolved relationship. During a quiet moment amid the victory celebrations, Jude finally voices the feelings she's carried silently for so long. In an intimate confession, she traces the evolution of her love for Cardan - from her first grudging appreciation of his wit and cleverness, through his unexpected rescue of her from the Undersea, to their complex present. When she inquires about his time as the serpent, Cardan's response reveals the psychological torment of his transformation: he existed in absolute darkness, consumed by hatred and terror, yet through it all, her presence remained his only constant, his tether to himself. The coronation ceremony becomes a platform for justice and transformation. Jude's judgments demonstrate both mercy and innovation in their cruelty. For Madoc's unrepentant soldiers, she devises a particularly poetic punishment - transformation into falcons, bound to remain in that form until they can pass a full year without inflicting harm on any living creature. The sentence combines justice with the possibility of redemption. For Madoc himself, her judgment cuts deeper than any blade could: permanent exile to the mortal world with an absolute prohibition against wielding weapons. This sentence strikes at the very core of his identity as a warrior and strategist, while eerily mirroring how he once forced her parents to live in the mortal world - before he ultimately murdered them. The punishment serves as both justice and ironic retribution for his attempted usurpation and lifetime of violence.

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第 7 章

The Duality of Power and Love

"The Queen of Nothing" masterfully explores the complex relationship between power and vulnerability. Throughout the story, Jude struggles with her identity as a mortal in the immortal realm of Faerie. Her exile forces her to confront what she truly values - is it the throne of Elfhame, or the complicated relationship she shares with Cardan? This internal conflict manifests in her every decision, from her clandestine return to court to her final choices as Queen. The tension between mortality and immortality permeates every aspect of Jude's journey. As a human raised among the Folk, she has always existed in a liminal space, neither fully part of the mortal world nor truly accepted in Faerie. Her martial prowess and political cunning serve as compensation for her mortal weaknesses, yet these very skills often isolate her further from both worlds. The poison resistance she cultivated through years of careful exposure becomes a metaphor for her adaptation to Faerie's toxic beauty. When she returns to Elfhame disguised as Taryn, Jude experiences a strange duality - she is simultaneously at home and homesick, belonging and not belonging. This mirrors her relationship with power itself; she craves it for protection but recognizes its corrupting influence. Her disguise as Taryn adds another layer to this complexity, forcing her to literally wear the face of someone who belongs while feeling like an impostor. The court's political machinations during this time reflect her internal struggle, as she must navigate between appearance and reality, truth and deception. Cardan's transformation into a serpent represents the ultimate manifestation of power divorced from humanity. The prophecy that he would "destroy the crown and ruin the throne" comes true, but not in the way anyone expected. By breaking the Blood Crown, he frees himself and Elfhame from ancient bindings of compelled loyalty, even as it triggers his transformation. This physical metamorphosis serves as a powerful metaphor for the way unchecked power can transform and consume its wielder, while also highlighting the importance of choosing one's own destiny over predetermined fate. The bridle offered by Madoc presents Jude with a terrible choice - she could control Cardan in his serpent form, but at the cost of his free will. This parallels her earlier control over him through his vow of obedience, creating a sophisticated commentary on the nature of power and consent. Her rejection of this path shows her growth and understanding that true power comes not from control but from mutual trust and vulnerability. This decision marks her evolution from someone who seeks power through dominance to someone who understands the strength in partnership. In the end, Jude and Cardan rule side by side on twin thrones, symbolizing their equal partnership. Their journey from enemies to reluctant allies to lovers reflects the book's central theme - that true strength comes from embracing both power and vulnerability, both mortality and magic, both duty and love. This final arrangement suggests that the most effective form of leadership combines different perspectives and strengths, rather than requiring one partner to submit to the other's authority.

第 8 章

Healing Wounds and Forging New Paths

The conclusion of "The Queen of Nothing" weaves together multiple threads of healing and reconciliation, demonstrating how both individual and collective wounds can be mended through understanding and growth. Jude's discovery of her ability to channel Faerie's healing power marks a profound transformation in her character. The land's magic, which once saved her from a mortal wound, now flows through her - allowing her to heal others as she herself was healed. This manifests dramatically when she saves the Roach from deadly poison, a moment that symbolizes her evolution from someone defined by violence and cunning to a leader capable of restoration and nurturing. Her approach to justice reveals a similar metamorphosis. When faced with Madoc's defeated forces, Jude demonstrates sophisticated leadership by offering paths to redemption rather than defaulting to execution. She creates a system of rehabilitation that allows soldiers to earn back their place in society through service and loyalty. For Madoc himself, her judgment shows particular nuance - she crafts a punishment that acknowledges the severity of his betrayal while avoiding pure vengeance. By banishing him to the mortal world without the ability to wield weapons, she strips away not just his power but his very identity as a warrior, forcing him to find new ways to define himself. The subplot of Vivi and Heather's reconciliation explores another dimension of healing. Their story suggests that some betrayals run too deep for simple forgiveness - trust, once shattered, sometimes requires complete reconstruction. Vivi's challenge to win Heather's heart anew, this time with complete honesty from the beginning, represents a mature understanding that authentic relationships must be built on truth, even when that truth is difficult or supernatural in nature. The story's denouement brings these themes full circle during the royal couple's visit to the mortal world. Cardan's first pizza party becomes more than just a fish-out-of-water moment; it represents the possibility of bridging seemingly insurmountable cultural divides. The impromptu wedding celebration thrown by Vivi, Heather, and Taryn - combining mortal traditions with faerie sensibilities - symbolizes the potential for harmony between different worlds. This gathering becomes a microcosm of the larger peace they hope to build between Faerie and the mortal realm. Their final toast encompasses the full scope of their journey: to family (both chosen and blood), to Faerieland (which they must now steward), to pizza (representing joy in simple pleasures), to stories (acknowledging the power of narrative in shaping reality), to new beginnings (embracing change), and to "scheming great schemes" (retaining their clever nature while redirecting it toward constructive ends). This moment captures the essence of their transformation - they remain true to their complex natures while channeling their abilities toward building rather than destroying. The image of them celebrating across both worlds, surrounded by a family that transcends the boundaries between mortal and faerie, represents the fulfillment of Jude's deepest desire: finding genuine belonging while maintaining her authentic self.

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《虚无女王》核心主题

court intrigue
enemies to lovers
political machinations
faerie folklore
identity deception

《虚无女王》经典语录

If I cannot be better than them, I will become so much worse.
Power is much easier to acquire than it is to hold on to.
Every smile masks potential betrayal.
Each interaction becomes a dangerous dance.
His rejection of the crown carries serious implications.

《虚无女王》主要人物

Jude DuarteThe exiled High Queen of Elfhame
CardanThe High King of Elfhame
MadocJude's adoptive father and a rebel general
TarynJude's twin sister who seeks help after a crime
OakJude's younger brother and heir to the throne

关于作者

霍莉·布莱克（Holly Black）是《纽约时报》畅销书榜首作品《虚空之女王》（The Queen of Nothing）的作者，该书是其备受赞誉的“空中居民”（Folk of the Air）系列的震撼终章。布莱克于1971年出生于新泽西州，她已成为当代奇幻文学的大师，擅长将错综复杂的精灵世界与复杂的凡人与精灵关系、政治阴谋以及道德灰色地带的角色交织在一起。

她对民俗和童话的热迷受塔妮丝·李（Tanith Lee）和安吉拉·卡特（Angela Carter）等作家的启发，塑造了她标志性的黑暗浪漫奇幻风格。

除了“空中居民”三部曲外，布莱克还因与托尼·迪特利齐（Tony DiTerlizzi）共同创作的《奇幻精灵事件簿》（The Spiderwick Chronicles）而闻名，该系列曾于2008年被改编为电影，并于2023年改编为电视剧。她还创作了《冷镇最冷的女孩》（The Coldest Girl in Coldtown）、《森林最深处》（The Darkest Part of the Forest）以及成人奇幻处女作《黑夜之书》（Book of Night）。

作为星云奖得主和纽伯瑞儿童文学奖荣誉奖获得者，布莱克的作品在全球销量已超过2600万册，并被翻译成30多种语言。她目前居住在新英格兰地区一座带有秘密图书馆的房子里。

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