My book review of The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber. An enchanting sequel that builds upon the intrigue and romance of Once Upon a Broken Heart.
Title: The Ballad of Never After
By: Stephanie Garber
Genre: Fantasy
Pages: 416
Release Date: September 13th, 2022
Publisher: Flatiron Books
Rating: ★★★★☆
Summary from Goodreads:
Not every love is meant to be.
After Jacks, the Prince of Hearts, betrays her, Evangeline Fox swears she'll never trust him again. Now that she’s discovered her own magic, Evangeline believes she can use it to restore the chance at happily ever after that Jacks stole away.
But when a new terrifying curse is revealed, Evangeline finds herself entering into a tenuous partnership with the Prince of Hearts again. Only this time, the rules have changed. Jacks isn’t the only force Evangeline needs to be wary of. In fact, he might be the only one she can trust, despite her desire to despise him.
Instead of a love spell wreaking havoc on Evangeline’s life, a murderous spell has been cast. To break it, Evangeline and Jacks will have to do battle with old friends, new foes, and a magic that plays with heads and hearts. Evangeline has always trusted her heart, but this time she’s not sure she can...
Review:
The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber is an enchanting sequel that builds upon the intrigue and romance of Once Upon a Broken Heart, taking readers deeper into a world of curses, magic, and impossible choices. This book follows Evangeline Fox as she grapples with heartbreak and betrayal, her path repeatedly crossing with the enigmatic Jacks, the Prince of Hearts. Garber’s signature prose shines, immersing readers in lush, fairy-tale-like settings that are as beautiful as they are treacherous. The plot twists keep you on your toes, though some developments feel slightly predictable for seasoned fantasy readers. However, Garber’s ability to evoke emotion and tension is undeniable, and the chemistry between Evangeline and Jacks crackles with intensity. A spellbinding 4-star read for anyone who loves dark, romantic fantasies with characters who blur the line between villain and hero.
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