How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories

by Holly Black

Cardan’s story, in and beyond the trilogy

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Cardan’s story, in and beyond the trilogy

Holly Black’s illustrated return to Elfhame gathers episodes from several points in the Folk of the Air timeline: Cardan’s life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure set beyond The Queen of Nothing, and moments that revisit the trilogy. The entire account is told from Cardan’s perspective, offering a view of the series’ events through the faerie prince and king at its center. Full-color art accompanies each chapter, making the book a visual companion to the series as well as an additional installment in its world.

Good fit for readers who enjoy

Readers familiar with The Folk of the Air trilogy who want more of Cardan’s perspective.
Readers interested in faerie fiction and illustrated fantasy books.
Newcomers curious about Elfhame, though the book includes moments from the trilogy.

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Faerie life and folklorePerspective and character historyEvents before and after a central seriesIllustrated fantasy

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Book overview

Return to the captivating world of Elfhame with this illustrated addition to the New York Times bestselling Folk of Air trilogy that began with The Cruel Prince, from award-winning author Holly Black.
Once upon a time, there was a boy with a wicked tongue.

Before he was a cruel prince or a wicked king, he was a faerie child with a heart of stone. #1 New York Times bestselling author, Holly Black reveals a deeper look into the dramatic life of Elfhame's enigmatic high king, Cardan. This tale includes delicious details of life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and familiar moments from The Folk of the Air trilogy, told wholly from Cardan's perspective.

This new installment in the Folk of the Air series is a return to the heart-racing romance, danger, humor, and drama that enchanted readers everywhere. Each chapter is paired with lavish and luminous full-color art, making this the perfect collector's item to be enjoyed by both new audiences and old.

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