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Gilded #2

Cursed

Marissa Meyer

4.61

“When it comes to reimagined fairy tales, the reigning queen of the genre is Marissa Meyer.” —The New York Times

In Cursed, #1 New York Times bestselling author Marissa Meyer brings the haunting fairytale-inspired Gilded duology to a thrilling conclusion that will have fans—old and new—spinning.

Be still now, and I will tell you a tale.

Adalheid Castle is in chaos.

Following a shocking turn of events, Serilda finds herself ensnared in a deadly game of make-believe with the Erlking, who is determined to propel her deeper into the castle’s lies. Meanwhile, Serilda is determined to work with Gild to help him solve the mystery of his forgotten name and past.

But soon it becomes clear that the Erlking doesn’t only want to use Serilda to bring back his one true love. He also seeks vengeance against the seven gods who have long trapped the Dark Ones behind the veil. If the Erlking succeeds, it could change the mortal realm forever.

Can Serilda find a way to use her storytelling gifts for good—once and for all? And can Serilda and Gild break the spells that tether their spirits to the castle before the Endless Moon finds them truly cursed?

Romance and adventure collide in this stunning finale to the Rumpelstilskin-inspired fairy tale.

YAFantasyScience FictionFictionFairy TalesMythologyMiddle Grade
Pages
485
First published
November 8, 2022
Language
English
Edition
Ebook

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  • adventurousmysterioustenseSlow-paced

    Finished January 1, 2025

    I don't feel like I can give this less than four stars, just because it's so well-executed from a technical standpoint. (Marissa Meyer is a gifted storyteller and no one can convince me otherwise.) but there was a bit of a disconnect for me with this one and I can't exactly explain why. it was still enjoyable and I'd be curious to reread it in the future to see if knowing where things go help me connect to it a bit better.