The Wren in the Holly Library

Set against the haunting backdrop of an alternate New York City brimming with enigmatic creatures, The Wren in the Holly Library by K. A. Linde is a beautifully dark and tantalising romantic fantasy. With a narrative loosely inspired by the timeless tale of Beauty and the Beast, this novel is a perfect pick for enthusiasts of V.E. Schwab and Leigh Bardugo.

Kierse, a nimble street thief, must pay the ultimate price for her boldness. When she makes the mistake of stealing from a monstrous being, she finds herself ensnared within the eerie confines of the Holly Library. She is unable to flee or hide, and the formidable figure who holds her captive - Graves - possesses an overwhelming darkness and power that could obliterate her at a whim.

In trespassing, Kierse disrupts the delicate peace accord between monsters and humans. However, to her surprise, instead of a swift execution, Graves extends an unexpected proposition: a job within the library, and with it, a chance to unearth her true self. As she navigates this dangerous new role, Kierse grapples with the unique abilities that have always set her apart: her exceptional reflexes, her preternatural awareness of danger, and a lingering sense of untapped potential.

As the boundaries between myth and reality blur, Kierse’s journey reveals that there are evils far greater than the monsters she has come to fear. An ancient threat looms large, and entangled within its sinister legend is Kierse herself, and perhaps even Graves. If the old tales carry any truth, the dangers they face are only just beginning.

Bestselling author K. A. Linde invites readers into an intoxicating dark romantasy with the inaugural entry of this captivating series. Prepare to plunge into a realm where monsters walk among humans, and where age-old secrets threaten to unravel the very fabric of existence.