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The Cruel Prince (Folk of the Air Series #1) by Holly Black

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AI summary · 81 reviews

A dark, politically charged fantasy with rich world-building and a compelling underdog heroine, though some buyers found the slow start and fantastical elements off-putting. The enemies-to-lovers arc and intricate court dynamics stand out, but a minority note the pacing and tone as barriers to entry.

Liked

  • Complex character dynamics
  • Immersive world-building
  • Strong female protagonist
  • Unpredictable plot twists

Complaints

  • Slow pacing in early chapters
  • Over-the-top fantastical elements
  • Triggering themes of harassment

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About this product

The Cruel Prince by Holly Black is a young adult fantasy novel set in the High Court of Faerie. The story follows Jude, a mortal girl who was taken as a child after her parents were murdered. Ten years later, she seeks to belong in the treacherous world of the fey, particularly under the watchful eye of Prince Cardan, whose beauty and cruelty unsettle her. As Jude navigates royal intrigue and deception, she uncovers her own capacity for violence while becoming entangled in a web of political machinations. With civil war looming, she must form a dangerous alliance to protect her sisters and the realm.

  • Author: Holly Black
  • Age range: 14-17 years
  • Paperback format
  • Published: 2018
  • YA fiction

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