About This Book
This thrilling young adult fantasy novel, the first in a new duology, plunges readers back into Holly Black's opulent world of Elfhame. It follows Suren, a changeling queen who fled her cruel mother and now lives in the human world, and Prince Oak, heir to Elfhame, who was once promised to Suren. Now seventeen, Oak is manipulative and charming, and he needs Suren's unique powers for a quest into the dangerous, icy north to stop Lady Nore. The story explores themes of past trauma, trust, identity, and the complexities of love and loyalty amidst political intrigue and monstrous threats. It's suitable for mature young adult readers aged 12-18 who enjoy dark fantasy, intricate world-building, and morally grey characters.
