How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories

Before he was a cruel prince or a wicked king, Cardan was a fae boy 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 story includes delicious details of his life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and intimate moments throughout The Folk of the Air series, told from Cardan's perspective.

This new installment in The Folk of the Air series

allows us to experience again the romance, humor, danger, and thrills that have captivated readers worldwide. Each chapter features lavish full-color illustrations, making this book a perfect collector's item for both fans and new readers eager to discover the series.

SPECIAL HARDCOVER EDITION WITH DUST JACKET AND FULL-COLOR INTERIOR ILLUSTRATIONS.