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Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer follows Evie Sage, who lands a job as an assistant to a notorious villain. She navigates the often humorous and chaotic world of villainy, dealing with high-stakes intrigue, unexpected friendships, and her own moral dilemmas.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy a humorous blend of fantasy and adventure, with a quirky twist on classic villain tales. Dive into a world where nothing is as it seems, and the lines between good and evil are delightfully blurred.

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Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer seamlessly blends the enchanting whimsy of fairy tales with the comedic charm of a workplace romp. In a world where the fantastical meets everyday office duties, this delightful novel takes readers on an unforgettable journey where magic and humour collide with unexpected romance.

Evie Sage is desperate for employment to support her ailing family, but little did she know that her job search would lead her to the lair of Rennedawn's most notorious villain. After an unexpected and rather unfortunate encounter, she lands a job as the assistant to the dastardly villain. Despite the fearsome reputation of her new boss, Evie soon realises that the role involves more than just menial office workβ€”it includes assisting in random mayhem, terror, and various other dark deeds. However, the excellent benefits make the job offer irresistible.

As Evie navigates her unusual work environment, she finds herself increasingly drawn to her boss, whose terrifying demeanour is tempered by an undeniable allure. Juggling her growing, inappropriate crush and the ominous tasks at hand, Evie must learn to adapt to bizarre office hazards like severed heads dangling from the ceiling and the squishy feel of errant eyeballs underfoot.

Just as Evie begins to settle into her chaotic new job, she senses a deeper, more sinister threat lurking within the dungeon walls. Something rancid is festering in the kingdom of Rennedawn, and it appears that someone has set their sights on overthrowing the villain and dismantling his malevolent empire. As suspicions rise, Evie realises that her role has evolved from mere assistant to a pivotal player in unmasking the traitor and protecting her employer's dark domain.

In a twist-filled tale that melds intrigue, danger, and unexpected affection, Evie must balance her feelings for her enigmatic boss while uncovering the conspiracy threatening their world. With a razor-sharp wit and a heart full of courage, Evie is determined to prove that a good job is indeed hard to findβ€”and even harder to keep when evil plots are afoot.

Full of magical mishaps, laugh-out-loud moments, and heartwarming romance, Assistant to the Villain is a spellbinding read that will leave you enchanted and eagerly turning the pages. It’s perfect for fans of light-hearted fantasy and anyone who enjoys seeing the mundane and the magical hilariously collide.

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    Assistant to the Villain by Hannah Nicole Maehrer seamlessly blends the enchanting whimsy of fairy tales with the comedic charm of a workplace romp. In a world where the fantastical meets everyday office duties, this delightful novel takes readers on an unforgettable journey where magic and humour collide with unexpected romance. Evie Sage is desperate for employment to support her...
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Assistant to the Villain is praised as the most fun you’ll have while reading a fantasy book by CultureFly. Booklist gives it a starred review, calling it a must-read. SFF World finds it to be a greatly entertaining read, with characters you get to like and care about.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781804993385

Publisher: Transworld Publishers Ltd

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 14 September 2023

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Penguin (Transworld)

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 126.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 242g

Pages: 352

About the Author

Hannah Nicole Maehrer, or as TikTok Knows her, @hannahnicolemae. is a fantasy romance author and BookToker with a propensity for villains. When she's not creating bookish comedy skits about Villains and Assistants, she's writing to Taylor Swift songs. Her biggest passions in life include romance, magic, laughter, and finding ways to include them all in everything she creates. Most days you can find her with her head in the clouds and a pen in her hand.

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