The Bone Witch
Tea's gift for death magic means that she is a bone witch, a title that makes her feared and ostracized by her community, but when an older bone witch trains her to become an asha--one who can wield elemental magic--Tea will have to overcome her obstacles and make a powerful choice in the face of danger as dark forces approach.
The Bone Witch is the first book in a trilogy, and while it introduces the world and main characters, the overarching narrative builds across all three books. Reading them sequentially will provide the most complete understanding of the plot and character development.
The Bone Witch stands out for its unique magic system centered around necromancy and the intricate cultural traditions surrounding it, particularly the role of 'bone witches.' It also employs a dual timeline narrative, alternating between the protagonist's past and present, which adds depth to the storytelling.
The Bone Witch concludes with significant unresolved plot points and character arcs, clearly setting up the continuation of the story in the subsequent books of the series.