once upon a broken heart by stephanie garber

There's also power in attending balls and attracting the attention of the gossip rags and handsome princes. The Fates and their magic remain from the Caraval series, especially the troublesome and irresistible Prince of Hearts, but there's more magic in store in the Magnificent North where stories and enchanted archways hold a mysterious power. Readers can ponder how Evangeline's expectations of love change after her broken heart, and whether one should marry a prince for the sake of marrying a prince or actually try to find love again.įans of the Caraval series will be immediately drawn into this spinoff series, but more by the magic, ballgowns, and twisty intrigue than by the new main character. Other mature content includes some drinking by Evangeline, the 17-year-old main character, and scenes of kissing and groping. There's also plenty of vampire imagery in their lair, especially fledglings in cages desperate for blood. Expect a few deaths or near-deaths from a twisted neck, poison, curses, a wolf attack, and being bitten by a vampire. Even though Once Upon a Broken Heart is mostly set in a different kingdom than Caraval, it helps to read the Caraval series first to acquaint yourself with the magical beings called Fates. Parents need to know that Once Upon a Broken Heart is a spin-off of the popular Caraval trilogy by author Stephanie Garber. He has plans for Evangeline, plans that will either end in the greatest happily ever after, or the most exquisite tragedy.Some drinking of cider, mulled wine, and punch at balls and in a bedroom by the 17-year-old main character and adults.ĭid you know you can flag iffy content? Adjust limits for Drinking, Drugs & Smoking in your kid's entertainment guide. In exchange for his help, he asks for three kisses, to be given at the time and place of his choosing.īut after Evangeline’s first promised kiss, she learns that bargaining with an immortal is a dangerous game - and that the Prince of Hearts wants far more from her than she’d pledged. This sultry fantasy will leave listeners guessing to the very end.' - AudioFile Magazineįor as long as she can remember, Evangeline Fox has believed in true love and happy endings…until she learns that the love of her life will marry another.ĭesperate to stop the wedding and to heal her wounded heart, Evangeline strikes a deal with the charismatic, but wicked, Prince of Hearts. 'Soler embodies a fairy-tale world full of vibrant characters with unique voices.

Once Upon a Broken Heart marks the launch of a new series about love, curses, and the lengths that people will go to for happily ever after from #1 New York Times bestselling author Stephanie Garber

Once upon a broken heart by stephanie garber