The Cruel Prince

In a world where the fae are as ruthless as they are mesmerizing, Jude is thrust into a life of danger and intrigue after her parents' murder. Taken from her home and raised among the very beings who took everything from her, she must navigate the treacherous politics of Elfhame, the faerie realm. Despite being a mortal in a land of immortals, Jude’s fierce determination to prove her worth propels her into a world filled with deceit, ambition, and unexpected alliances.

As she grapples with her identity, Jude becomes entangled in the chaos of courtly machinations, all while trying to win the favor of Prince Cardan, a figure who embodies both her desires and her deepest fears. Their tumultuous relationship is infused with tension that reveals the complexities of power, loyalty, and betrayal. In her relentless pursuit to belong, Jude discovers that the line between friend and foe is often blurred.

Facing challenges that test her bravery and cunning, Jude’s journey unfolds with twists that keep her—and the reader—on edge. The vibrant and darkly enchanting world crafted by Holly Black immerses readers in a tale where the stakes are high and nothing is truly as it seems. As Jude's story progresses, the boundaries of love, loyalty, and survival are pushed to their limits.