The Bone Witch by Rin Chupeco (Paperback)

The Bone Witch begins Rin Chupeco’s dark and captivating fantasy trilogy, where power, fear, and fate intertwine. The story follows Tea, a young girl who discovers her rare ability to raise the dead when she accidentally brings her brother, Fox, back to life. Her gift marks her as a bone witch — a necromancer — both revered and shunned for her connection to death.

Rejected by her community, Tea is taken under the wing of an experienced bone witch who guides her to a distant land. There, Tea begins her training as an asha, learning to harness elemental magic while navigating a world filled with politics, prejudice, and ancient dangers. Her bond with Fox deepens as she faces growing threats from dark forces and her own emerging power.

Blending vivid world-building with emotional depth, Chupeco weaves a tale of strength, identity, and the heavy cost of wielding forbidden magic. This first instalment sets the tone for an epic journey of transformation, loss, and defiance. With rich cultural influences and a haunting atmosphere, The Bone Witch is a powerful exploration of what it means to be different — and how darkness can shape, challenge, and ultimately define a hero.