The Stone Sky (2017) is the powerful, award-winning conclusion to N.K. Jemisin’s groundbreaking Broken Earth trilogy. This first edition continues the saga of Essun, a mother and orogene with earth-shattering powers, as she races against time to reunite with her daughter, Nassun, whose own devastating abilities could save—or doom—the dying world. The novel masterfully intertwines personal grief, systemic oppression, and apocalyptic stakes, culminating in a climactic confrontation that reshapes the planet’s fate. Jemisin’s lyrical prose, intricate worldbuilding, and unflinching exploration of trauma and resilience earned this book the Hugo Award for Best Novel, making her the first author to win three consecutive Hugos for a series.
For readers who loved this epic finale, consider:
- The Fifth Season (2015) – The first book in the Broken Earth trilogy, where the world’s end begins.
- The Obelisk Gate (2016) – The middle chapter, diving deeper into Essun’s and Nassun’s fractured paths.
- The City We Became (2020) – Jemisin’s urban fantasy where New York City literally comes to life.
