Synopsis
Summary
In Asalin, fae rule and witches like Wyatt Croft… don’t. Wyatt’s betrothal to fae prince Emyr North was supposed to change that. But when Wyatt lost control of his magic one devastating night, he fled to the human world.
Now a coldly distant Emyr has hunted him down. Despite transgender Wyatt’s newfound identity and troubling past, Emyr claims they must marry now or risk losing the throne. Jaded, Wyatt strikes a deal with the enemy, hoping to escape Asalin forever. But as he gets to know Emyr again, Wyatt realizes the boy he once loved may still exist. And as the witches face worsening conditions, he must decide what’s more important—his people or his freedom.
Notable Achievements
A New York Public Library Best Book for Teens 2021
Reviews
Publishers Weekly: "Readers will adore this revolution-tinged celebration of trans joy, which refreshingly builds its conflict without jumping for trauma tropes."
Kirkus: "This romantically charged, anti-fascist fantasy presents a diverse cast of queer characters... The page-turning resolution promises an irresistible duology closer to come."
School Library Journal: "A complex fantasy debut, rich in nuanced LGBTQIA+ representation and timely social commentary, perfect for fans of Adam Silvera, Holly Black, and Rin Chupeco."
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