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When it comes to epic fantasies, The Wheel of Time does not disappoint. It’s a vast world, filled with magic, drama, and romance. As you work through the third season, you’ll likely want to see something else similar. The great news is streamers have you covered with this genre.

Whether you want high fantasy or low fantasy, there is an epic story out there to follow. It’s all about finding the shows that connect to you the most, and then you’ll need to decide whether you want a series based on a book series or something completely unique and magical.

We have the six fantasy shows to move onto next after The Wheel of Time.

Shadowhunters - "All Good Things." - In the second part of the series finale, Jonathan begins his reign of vengeful terror as the Shadowhunters try to find a way to stop him.

Earlier in December, fantasy author Brandon Sanderson posted his yearly "State of the Sanderson" blog post, where he went over everything he'd worked on in the past year and everything he plans to get to in the next few years. These posts are very popular with fans, largely because Sanderson always reveals some morsel or other of news that can't be gotten anywhere else. And in this year's post, some of the secrets Sanderson dropped were big.

For example, the author revealed that the Mistborn film project he's been trying to get off the ground for the last half a decade has, unfortunately, been scrapped. This puts Sanderson "back to square one" on the Mistborn movie, and Cosmere adaptations as a whole.

Now that Sanderson has let us all down as easily as he could, he's opening up a bit more about what that Mistborn project looked like. And, surprise surprise,...

Who plays Annie in Hallmark Channel’s new movie Debbie Macomber’s Joyful Mrs. Miracle? That’s Rachel Boston and here’s everything you need to know about her!

The 42-year-old actress, who got her big break on the NBC series American Dreams, has been making Hallmark movies for years.

You might also recognize Rachel from her roles in shows like Seal Team, Witches of East End, and Showtime’s Kidding. She also appeared in movies like 500 Days of Summer and Ghosts of Girlfriends Past.

So, what do you need to know about Rachel‘s personal life?

Keep reading to find out more…

Rachel is married to private chef Tolya Ashe and they share a daughter named Grace. Her bio on Hallmark’s website says, “When they’re not reading, learning and traveling together, they split their time between Tennessee and Los Angeles.”

While Rachel has shared some photos with Tolya over the years,...

Canceling "Shadow and Bone" left many dedicated fans disappointed, especially as the show had strong potential for future storylines. The cast, like Lewis Tan, shared the fans' disappointment at the cancellation, hinting at the possibility of a revival in the future. The cancelation of the "Six of Crows" spinoff was particularly heartbreaking, as it was a beloved story that deserved on-screen adaptation.

When Netflix canceled Shadow and Bone, I was beyond disappointed, yet this recent update from San Diego Comic-Con only made my heart ache more. In 2021, Netflix took on a television adaptation of Leigh Bardugo's Grishaverse. These fantasy book series followed multiple characters, and portrayed the trials and tribulations of magical individuals called Grisha. For two seasons, the show laid out the storylines of the Shadow and Bone trilogy and part of the Six of Crows duology. Hopes were high for Shadow and Bone season 3, and the Six of Crows spinoff.

Who plays Jen in the Hallmark Channel movie Field Day? That’s Rachel Boston and here’s everything you need to know about her!

The 41-year-old actress, who got her big break on the NBC series American Dreams, has been making Hallmark movies for years.

You might also recognize Rachel from her roles in shows like Seal Team, Witches of East End, and Showtime’s Kidding. She also appeared in movies like 500 Days of Summer and Ghosts of Girlfriends Past.

So, what do you need to know about Rachel‘s personal life?

Keep reading to find out more…

Rachel is married to private chef Tolya Ashe and they share a daughter named Grace. Her bio on Hallmark’s website says, “When they’re not reading, learning and traveling together, they split their time between Tennessee and Los Angeles.”

While Rachel has shared some photos with Tolya over the years,...

Shadow And Bone is a hugely popular fantasy series on Netflix that aired for two seasons between 2021 and 2023, with many audiences wondering whether the show will be returning for a third installment. The series is based on the novels of the same name by author Leigh Bardugo, which follow the story of a young soldier, Alina Starkov (Jessie Mei Li) who uses her magical powers to unite the world against sinister forces beyond their control. It’s been praised for its extensive world-building and complex plotlines, which are dragged directly from Bardugo’s novels and adapted for the screen.

Though some Shadow and Bone book details are missing from the show, the writers do try their best to stay accurate to the novels - and this story certainly wasn’t finished by the end of season 2. The show ended on a pretty dramatic cliffhanger with Alina losing her powers and gaining some darker ones,...

These seven Shadow and Bone memes sum up how fans feel about Kaz and Inej in Shadow and Bone season 2. Shadow and Bone tells a host of interconnected stories, one of which revolves around the Crows of Ketterdam, led by Kaz Brekker. The Crows all have a love interest somewhere in the Grishaverse, but Kaz and Inej's romantic teasing throughout Shadow and Bone has both captivated and frustrated fans of the Netflix original series as no other couple could.

Kaz and Inej spend Shadow and Bone season 2 fighting their feelings for each other in the midst of all the chaos surrounding the Crows. Their feelings are obvious, but the trauma they have both experienced in their respective pasts makes it difficult for them to express their affection. Kaz in particular cannot get past the walls he has built up around himself, even after the details of the trauma that caused...

Editor's Note: The following contains full spoilers from Shadow and Bone Season 2.The second season of Netflix's Shadow and Bone takes the opportunity to expand the world seen in the first season. With many more characters introduced, more widespread travel involved, and more myths explored, the new episodes couldn't resist making the world even more immersive than before. The show explores the legends of the fantasy world through Morozova and his creatures, but he isn't the only ancient saint to impact the story. In their quest to defeat The Darkling's (Ben Barnes) merzost-fueled army of Nichevo'ya, the heroes quickly discover that little can hurt the shadow monsters. Alina Starkov (Jessie Mei Li) can blast them with light, but they only reform. No other Grisha powers or weapons work consistently, as they can only be hit when they solidify to unleash their own attack. As they look for a solution,...

Kirigan launched his final attack against Alina and Nikolai's forces and hoped Alina wouldn't have the heart to kill Mal herself.

Kirigan was partially correct, as Alina did not want to kill Mal on Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 7.

Luckily, Tamar devised a plan that could potentially harness his power as an amplifier while keeping him alive.

Too bad things didn't work out for that plan to get its chance to work.

Kirigan's final attack involved a trap for Nikolai and moving the fold to engulf Alina and Nikolai's base camp.

Kirigan also managed to visit Mal within one of Mal's dreams as a projection.

We assume Kirigan could do this because they are blood relatives, but their connection was unclear.

This prompted Mal to announce to the entirety of Alina's crew that the firebird is not a creature but a bloodline (his bloodline).

He also resigned to the...

The third to last episode of Shadow and Bone's second season did not disappoint.

Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 6 saw a central character's death and the epic Firebird reveal.

The Crows also dealt with their significant discovery while repairing some relationships in Durat fashion.

We got no update on Matthias besides him burying his old cellmate killed by Pekka Rollins, but we hope Nina can find a way to free him soon.

If they are following the end of the Shadow and Bone Trilogy adaptation with Six Of Crows, Matthias may have to wait the rest of the season out in Hellgate.

The Shadow and Bone Trilogy is quickly wrapping up on the television show, with the Firebird's identity being revealed and the final battle with Kirigan looming.

This battle promises to be an epic showdown, with the fight between light and darkness taking center stage.

Before we get there,...

Alina, Nikolai, and their crew stayed safe in the tunnels after Kirigan's attack.

Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 5 saw Alina try and break the bond that still linked her and Kirigan.

Luckily, she had help from one of the most powerful amplifiers in the entire Grishaverse: Baghra.

Baghra and Genya managed to find their way to the underground tunnels to save themselves from Kirigan's wrath.

Alina welcomed Genya with open arms, but Nikolai hesitated to trust the talented tailor.

Upon learning Genya's name, Nikolai wanted to arrest her for the poisoning of (and attempted murder of) his father, the King.

Alina immediately stood up for Genya as she saw the horrible new scars on the girl's face that Kirigan had left her.

Nikolai backed down and apologized, but his anger was understandable.

Genya did poison his father over a long period, but it was because he was under the manipulation and control of General Kirigan.

Warning: This article contains spoilers for Shadow and Bone season 2 and the book series.

Mal's 5 reveals and twists in Shadow and Bone season 2 are sure to have surprised audiences throughout the show - including those who read the books. Shadow and Bone season 2 has been received well, but not without comments regarding its changes to the original source material. The show's plots have moved the timelines of the book around to its benefit, altering key moments and entire storylines to keep even book fans on their toes.

This is especially true for the storyline of Malyan Oretsev, whose Shadow and Bone season 2 storyline is very different to the books. Season 2 contains not only some major key events being moved around in time, but also provides Mal a role he didn't have in the books. The show also drastically changes his romance with Alina - though potentially not how this romance ends,...

This post contains spoilers for season 2 of Netflix's "Shadow and Bone."

"Oh, I do love a challenge," says Jesper Fahey (Kit Young) in season 1 of "Shadow and Bone," before twirling his dual pistols and blasting away at enemies. An expert sharpshooter who never misses his mark, Jesper is a vital member of the Crows of Ketterdam, who are on a mission to aid Alina Starkov (Jesse Mei Li) in the latest season of the Netflix fantasy series. When not busy gambling his hard-earned Kruge away and hugging Milo the goat, Jesper spends most of his time being effortlessly skillful during tense shootouts and dangerous missions.

While the first season hinted that there's more than meets the eye to Jesper's impressive abilities, season 2 confirms that he's Grisha — a Fabrikator who can manipulate metals, among other things, to change their texture and composition.

Those acquainted with Leigh Bardugo's "Six of...

This article contains spoilers for Shadow and Bone season 2.

It’s understandable that before fans get into a Netflix show nowadays, they want to know whether the show will have another season or whether they’ll be stuck with another cliffhanger ending that will never be continued. Yes we’re talking about Julie and the Phantoms, First Kill, Partner Track, and so much more. But with a show like Shadow and Bone, where we have a whole universe’s worth of stories to pull from and a strong fan base, viewers will be happy to hear that back when showrunner Eric Heisserer pitched the show for Netflix, he told them his ideas for a three-season series.

If you’re yet to start Shadow and Bone or have forgotten the premise since season one, Shadow and Bone is Alina Starkov’s (Jessie Mei Li) story based on a book series of...

Alina and Mal found a bit of peace, but that quickly got foiled when Alina learned her nightmares were real.

Shadow and Bone Season 2 Episode 1 saw Alina dreaming of Kirigan inside the fold while the Crows dealt with their issues.

Pekka managed to kill the woman whose name was on the deed for the Crow Club, which means the club now was his: as was Inej's contract.

Mal and Alina continued their romance, but their romantic interactions kept getting interrupted by multiple outside occurrences.

Both of them managed to get caught, causing them to flee the land they had just arrived in.

We didn't see much of the Zemeni side of things, so hopefully, they get brought back into the future. Just as Alina did, we learned that the Zemeni consider their magic users blessed and don't categorize them.

The Zemeni saved Alina and Mal later in the episode, much to everyone's surprise.

The following contains Shadow and Bone spoilers.

The second season of Shadow and Bone is absolutely jam-packed with big moments of both the emotional and the magical variety, adapting the events of two of Leigh Bardugo’s Grishaverse novels (Siege and Storm and Ruin and Rising) and adding multiple shocking new twists entirely of its own making along the way.

Let’s break down what happened in the Shadow and Bone Season 2 finale and all the questions we have about what it might mean for the show going forward.

Surprise! Mal is the Firebird — and a Descendent of Morozova

Alina’s mission during much of Season 2 is to find the two other ancient mystical creatures tied to Ilya Morozova, a character from Bardugo’s books that the show has sort of mentioned multiple times in passing but never fully explained in any great detail. Suffice it to say, the three creatures—the Stag,...

Warning: Spoilers for Shadow and Bone season 2.

Netflix's Shadow and Bone season 2 is out and while the ending nicely ties up a number of plot threads, it also leaves a number of questions. Season 2 returned with familiar faces, following Alina and Mal on their quest to find the second amplifier, Kaz Brekker and his Crows on their next heist, and Nina's attempts to spring Matthias from Hellgate prison. It also follows the still very much alive General Kirigan, a.k.a. the Darkling, as he continues his quest to claim all of Ravka to put under his control.

There were also a number of new characters introduced this season, including Nikolai Lantsov, the bastard prince of Ravka, his loyal bodyguards and friends, the twins Tamar and Tolya, and the Crows' new demolitions expert, Wylan. Each of them brought new storylines and backstories to Shadow and Bone season 2, some setting...

Shadow & Bone season 2 introduces three pivotal new characters that will play a major role in Alina Starkov's journey and the future of the Grishaverse as a whole. Twins Tolya (Anna Leong Brophy) and Tamar (Lewis Tan) are heartrenders working with Nikolai Lantsov (Patrick Gibson). Book readers may know Nikolai's true identity, but to reveal anything here would spoil one of Shadow & Bone season 2's best reveals.

Despite that, Tamar, Tolya, and Nikolai go on quite the journey, assisting Alina and Mal in the Sun Summoner's hunt for two fabled amplifiers. Of course, once they cross paths, their lives will never be the same and the three of them will become pivotal players in the battle against the Darkling.

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Ahead of the Shadow & Bone season 2 premiere, Screen Rant sat down with Tan, Gibson, and Brophy to talk about the new episodes,...

Shadow and Bone's second season is fast approaching on Netflix.

The show's stars from all parts of the Grishaverse sat down with us and gave us the scoop on the new season!

The cast got separated into three different groups, and the first group featured three of the newest cast members: Lewis Tan, Anna Leong Brophy & Patrick Gibson.

The three play Tolya Yul-Bataar, Tamar Kir-Bataar, and Nikolai Lantsov, respectively. The three actors gave us the lowdown on their characters throughout the second season!

These interviews have been edited for clarity.

TV Fanatic: For all three, but mainly Anna and Lewis: How do you think your [characters'] relationship with Alina aligned with the book/each other being Shu like she is?

Anna: I think we have an immediate understanding of when we meet of her predicament. She's also someone caught between two worlds. I think that's a theme often explored in the Grishaverse,...

Jessie Mei Li is a name that's back on everyone's lips again, and it's for good reason. She's the star of Netflix's book-to-tv adaptation of "Shadow and Bone," which premieres its highly anticipated second season on March 16. The fantasy show is based on a series of Grishaverse novels written by author Leigh Bardugo, which cover themes like friendship, sexuality, and race. Li plays the role of Alina Starkov, a "sun summoner" who is one of the most powerful beings that ever lived.

In a 2021 roundtable interview with Popsugar, the actor shared that her lived experience helped to inform the way she portrays her character. "[Alina] wants to save the world to validate herself as a member of this nation. It really felt true to my life. As a mixed-race person, it's part of who I am," she said. "It shaped who I am. It shapes my personality, but it's not everything that I am.