Catherine

Catherine asked Leigh Bardugo:

I'm sure you've been asked this before, but is Ketterdam, real or made up? And regardless, where (what country) is it supposed to be set? My husband and I, who both read your book (and love it by the way) disagree. Thanks!

Leigh Bardugo Fight! Fight!

Ketterdam (for better or worse) is not real. It's inspired by Amsterdam, Antwerp, Las Vegas, London, and old New York (aka New Amsterdam). Kerch is loosely inspired by the Dutch Republic at its peak.

Though many of the countries in my world were inspired by real nations, the analogs break down pretty quickly. So, until I build my theme park (it will open to great fanfare then close after a series of mysterious deaths), the Grishaverse only exists in my mind and on the page.

Glad you guys enjoyed the book.

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Clara

Clara asked Leigh Bardugo:

Is there any possibility for Six of Crows to be translated to Spanish? Because I love the book so much and I'd like that more people from here (Spain) knew the book (right now, I don't know anybody who has read the book and I'm all alone with my feelings); also, it would be great to be able to read it in Spanish.

Olivia

Olivia asked Leigh Bardugo:

Would it be bad if we read Six of Crows before the Grisha trilogy?

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IM211 -Scattered thoughts- asked Leigh Bardugo:

Hi, this miight fall under spoilers but I just want a general answer : could u please tell me the extensity (if they are very graphic or not) and frequency of the romantic scenes of the book...both straight and LGBT? ..(.I've concerns for a younger siblings whose as much a book lover as I am) I would appreciate it. Thank you!!!

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