This Week in Adventure — Week of July 13, 2026

A Darker Shore: Letters from Ketterdam by Leigh Bardugo added 1,067 ratings this week — a remarkable 71% growth, making it the fastest-growing book in the Adventure genre. This debut is especially notable given the book's recent publication on June 30, 2026. Here's what else moved.

New Adventure Releases

A Darker Shore: Letters from Ketterdam by Leigh Bardugo, E.K. Belsher

Published: June 30, 2026

A Darker Shore: Letters from Ketterdam is off to a strong start, with 1,067 new ratings this week. This novella's rapid growth suggests a high level of interest in the Grishaverse and its characters.

Stats: 1,507 → 2,574 (+1,067)

Tempest by Victoria Aveyard

Published: September 8, 2026

Tempest, another new release, added 18 ratings this week. While its growth is slower than A Darker Shore, it still indicates a moderate level of interest in this epic adventure.

Stats: 292 → 310 (+18)

Adventure Backlist Risers

Sunrise on the Reaping by Suzanne Collins

Published: March 18, 2025

Sunrise on the Reaping, published last year, continues to attract readers, adding 7,674 ratings this week. Its steady performance suggests that the Hunger Games series remains popular.

Stats: 1,237,693 → 1,245,367 (+7,674)

The Takeaway

This week, new Adventure releases like A Darker Shore: Letters from Ketterdam are driving growth, with a 71% increase in ratings. In contrast, backlist titles like Sunrise on the Reaping are experiencing more moderate growth, with a 0.62% increase. The fastest-growing book, A Darker Shore, stands out for its rapid accumulation of ratings, making it the most interesting story this week. Its strong debut suggests that the Grishaverse remains a compelling series for readers.