The Wicked King (The Folk of the Air #2)
(Author) Holly BlackSecond in the bestselling Folk of the Air trilogy. This novel and the sequel The Queen of Nothing - are the winners of/won the Goodreads YA Best Fantasy in 2019 and 2020. An intoxicating and bloodthirsty sequel to the New York Times bestselling The Cruel Prince., nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019.
'Holly Black is the Faerie Queen' - Victoria Aveyard I have heard that for mortals, the feeling of falling in love is very like the feeling of fear. Jude has tricked Cardan onto the throne, binding him to her for a year and a day. But the new High King does everything in his power to humiliate and undermine her, even as his fascination with her remains undimmed.
Meanwhile, a traitor in the court is scheming against her. Jude must fight for her life and the lives of those she loves, all while battling her own complicated feelings for Cardan. Now a year and a day seems like no time at all .
Holly Black
Holly Black is an American author known for her works in the fantasy genre, particularly for her contributions to young adult literature. Her most notable works include The Spiderwick Chronicles, a bestselling series co-written with Tony DiTerlizzi, and The Cruel Prince, the first book in her popular Folk of the Air trilogy. Black's writing is characterized by its dark and intricate world-building, complex characters, and exploration of themes such as power, betrayal, and morality. She has had a significant impact on the genre of urban fantasy and is praised for her ability to create immersive and compelling stories that resonate with readers of all ages.