What happens when you bind a wicked king to your will, only to discover the chains work both ways? Can you trust the monster you placed on the throne, or will the court devour you first? Holly Black, the No. 1 New York Times bestselling author and undisputed queen of faerie fantasy, delivers a darkly intoxicating sequel that will leave you breathless.

Jude has tricked Cardan onto the throne of Elfhame, binding him to her for a year and a day. But the new High King is as dangerous as he is beautiful, doing everything in his power to humiliate and undermine her—even as his fascination with her remains undimmed. Meanwhile, a traitor in the royal court schemes against her, and Jude must fight for her life and the lives of those she loves while battling her own complicated feelings for the wicked king she created. With time running out and enemies closing in, Jude learns that a year and a day is no time at all when the stakes are this high.

What You'll Discover: ✓ Political Intrigue – Navigate the treacherous courts of Elfhame where betrayal lurks behind every smile and loyalty is a weapon ✓ Dark Romance – Experience the intoxicating tension between Jude and Cardan as enemies become something far more dangerous ✓ High Stakes Fantasy – Witness brutal faerie politics, bloodthirsty schemes, and the high cost of power in the magical realm ✓ Complex Characters – Follow Jude's evolution from mortal girl to ruthless political player willing to sacrifice everything for control ✓ Twisted Loyalty – Uncover the traitor in the court before it's too late in this bloodthirsty sequel

An Intoxicating and Bloodthirsty Sequel: Nominated for the CILIP Carnegie Medal 2019, The Wicked King cements Holly Black's reputation as the master of dark fantasy romance. This is a story of temptation, betrayal, and the thin line between love and hate. With her signature lush prose and razor-sharp plotting, Black creates a world where magic is dangerous, crowns are temporary, and the only way to survive is to become more monstrous than the faeries themselves.

Critical Acclaim: "An exhilarating, heart in your mouth blend of murder, magic, desire and betrayal" — CultureFly "Holly Black is the Faerie Queen" — Victoria Aveyard, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author "Lush, dangerous, a dark jewel of a book... This delicious story will seduce you and leave you desperate for just one more page" — Leigh Bardugo, No. 1 New York Times bestselling author

Perfect For: Fans of dark fantasy romance and enemies-to-lovers tropes Readers who loved The Cruel Prince and need the next installment Young adult readers seeking complex female protagonists Fantasy enthusiasts interested in faerie courts and political intrigue Book clubs looking for discussions on power dynamics and moral ambiguity Anyone who enjoys morally gray characters and slow-burn tension

Book Details: Author: Holly Black (No. 1 New York Times Bestselling Author) Format: Premium Paperback Language: English Genre: Young Adult Fantasy, Dark Fantasy, Fae Romance Series: The Folk of the Air (Book 2) Publisher: Hot Key Books ISBN: 978-1-4714-0726-9 Condition: Brand New Original Price Reference: £7.99 (as shown on back cover)

Available now at Malik Stationery—discover why the wicked king commands the court and your heart.