Free Audiobook : The Cruel Prince (The Folk of the Air, Book 1)

Experience the exhilarating beginning of an enthralling new fantasy series by acclaimed author Holly Black. In this mesmerizing tale, a mortal girl finds herself ensnared in a treacherous web of faerie intrigue and royal machinations.

Captivated by their ethereal beauty, Jude yearns to be like the faeries. They possess a timeless grace, forged as if from celestial flames. Yet, amidst their allure, one faerie stands out—the enigmatic and captivating Cardan, who stirs a deep loathing within her. The intensity of her hatred for him is so consuming that it takes her breath away.

Tragedy strikes one fateful morning when Jude and her sisters witness the horrifying murder of their parents. Abruptly abducted by a fearsome assassin, they are thrust into the fantastical realm of Faerie. Within the opulent halls of the royal court, Jude is granted a precarious position, but her mortality becomes the subject of ridicule and torment from the faerie royalty. As time passes, Jude realizes that to truly belong, she must engage in the perilous deceptions of the fey. However, the path to power is shrouded in shadows and betrayal, with the infuriating, arrogant, and beguiling Prince Cardan casting a lingering presence.

Holly Black masterfully weaves together dramatic and thrilling fantasy, infusing it with captivating storytelling to create a fully immersive and seductive world. Bursting with magic and romance, this meticulously crafted realm invites readers to lose themselves within its pages. Prepare to be spellbound as you embark on a journey where fantasy and enchantment intertwine, revealing a world that will leave you craving more.