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How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories (The Folk of the Air series)

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By Holly Black
Series: The Folk of the Air
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How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories by Holly Black, part of The Folk of the Air series, delves into the backstory and future of Elfhame's King, Cardan. Through a collection of tales, the book explores his transformation from a wicked prince to a wise king, revealing pivotal moments and lessons that influenced his character and rule. Richly illustrated and enchantingly told, it offers a deeper understanding of the complex world and its intriguing characters.
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This book may appeal to you if you enjoy delving into enchanting faerie worlds and relish complex characters with intricate backstories. Fans of the Folk of the Air series will especially appreciate exploring Cardan's perspective, as the story offers rich glimpses into his past and vivid illustrations that add depth to the magical narrative.

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How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories (The Folk of the Air series)

An irresistible return to the captivating world of Elfhame from bestselling Folk of the Air author Holly Black, with stunning full-colour illustrations by Rovina Cai.

An irresistible return to the captivating world of Elfhame from bestselling Folk of the Air author Holly Black, with stunning full-colour illustrations by Rovina Cai

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Once upon a time, there was a boy with a wicked tongue ...

Before Cardan was a cruel prince or a wicked king, he was a faerie child with a heart of stone. In this sumptuously illustrated tale, Holly Black reveals a deeper look into the dramatic life of Elfhame's enigmatic high king. This tale includes delicious details of life before The Cruel Prince, an adventure beyond The Queen of Nothing, and familiar but pivotal moments from The Folk of the Air trilogy, told wholly from Cardan's perspective.

This new instalment in the Folk of the Air series is a return to the heart-racing romance, danger, humour, and drama that enchanted readers everywhere. Each chapter is paired with lavish and luminous full-colour art, making this the perfect collector's item to be enjoyed by audiences both new and old.

Series: The Folk of the Air

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How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories by Holly Black is a captivating addition to The Folk of the Air series. It gives readers an intriguing glimpse into the inner workings of Cardan, the enigmatic and complex fairy king. The book is praised for its lush storytelling, beautiful illustrations, and deep character exploration, which adds layers to Cardan’s persona and enriches the series' lore.

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Book Details

INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781471409981

Publisher: Hot Key Books

Format: Hardback

Date Published: 24 November 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hot Key Books

Contributors:

  • Illustrated by Rovina Cai

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 24.0mm

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 241.0mm

Weight: 654g

Pages: 192

Collections

Children's Fiction Children’s, Teenage and Educational Fiction Holly Black Series: The Folk of the Air Young Adult

About the Author

Holly Black is the author of bestselling contemporary fantasy books for kids and teens. Her titles include the Spiderwick Chronicles (with Tony DiTerlizzi), The Coldest Girl in Coldtown, the Magisterium series (with Cassandra Clare) and the Folk of the Air series, which begins with The Cruel Prince in 2018, nominated for the CILIP CARNEGIE MEDAL 2019, and winner of the Silver Inky for best International YA book. She has been a a finalist for an Eisner Award, and the recipient of the Andre Norton Award, the Mythopoeic Award and a Newbery Honor. She lives in New England with her husband and son in a house with a secret door. Follow Holly at blackholly.com or @HollyBlack

Rovina Cai is a freelance illustrator who works across a variety of genres. Her poetic imagery has served as book covers, posters and interior art for novels and picture books. She recently won the World Fantasy Award for best artist. Her work has also been recognised by organisations like the Society of Illustrators, and the Children's Book Council of Australia. Rovina works out of a cosy studio in Melbourne, Australia, in an old building that was once a convent and is possibly haunted.

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