ink blood sister scribe

Page counts vary by edition; many listings show 416 pages for standard editions and 640 pages for the large-print edition.

The story centers on two estranged half-sisters, Joanna and Esther, who are charged with guarding their family's collection of magical books.

After their father's sudden death, two estranged half-sisters raised to guard a family library of magical books must reunite to uncover dangerous secrets in the collection and protect their legacy.

The narrative moves across several settings, including Antarctica, Vermont, Manhattan, and an English country mansion.

Descriptions emphasize magic and enchanted books, familial loyalty and betrayal, secret libraries and rituals, plus elements of mystery, romance, and suspenseful adventure.

Reviews highlight the author's lyrical, idiosyncratic prose and describe the debut as confident, powerful, and emotionally rich, with writing that elevates the story.