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Of Curses and Kisses

A St. Rosetta's Academy Novel
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Of Curses and Kisses by Sandhya Menon is a modern retelling of a classic fairy tale, set in an elite boarding school. The story follows two students, Jaya Rao, a determined princess, and Grey Emerson, a mysterious classmate with a family curse. As their worlds collide, they navigate complex relationships and hidden secrets, blending romance and intrigue in a captivating young adult novel.
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This enchanting young adult romance might appeal to you if you enjoy modern retellings of classic fairy tales with a mix of mystery and drama. Set in an elite boarding school, it offers a captivating blend of royal intrigue, curses, and the complexity of modern relationships. Perfect for readers who appreciate strong character development and a diverse, contemporary setting.

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Of Curses and Kisses

From the New York Times bestselling author of When Dimple Met Rishi comes a brand-new contemporary YA series, that's Gossip Girl with a dash of magic...

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For Princess Jaya Rao, nothing is more important than family. That's why when she finds out she'll be attending the same elite boarding school as Grey Emerson, a member of the rival royal family behind a humiliating scandal involving her little sister, she schemes to get revenge on the young nobleman in order to even the score between their families.

The plan? Make him fall in love with her and then break his heart the way his family has broken hers.

Grey Emerson doesn't connect with people easily. Due to a curse placed on his family by the Raos that his superstitious father unquestioningly, annoyingly believes in, Grey grew up internalising that he was doomed from the day he was born. Sequestered away at St. Rosetta's Academy, he's lived a quiet existence in relative solitude. That is, until Jaya Rao bursts into his life.

Jaya is exuberant and elegant and unlike anyone Grey has ever met before, but he can't help feeling that she's hiding something behind her beautiful smile and charmingly awkward attempts at flirting. Despite his better instincts, though, he starts to fall for her.

Jaya's plan isn't totally going according to plan. For one, Grey is aggravatingly handsome. And for two, she's realising there's maybe more to him than his name and his family imply.

The stars are crossed for Jaya and Grey. But can they still find their fairy-tale ending?

Of Curses and Kisses by Sandhya Menon is a captivating tale of love, revenge, and uncovering hidden truths.

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Of Curses and Kisses by Sandhya Menon is celebrated for its fun and authentic voice, establishing Menon as a vital presence in young adult literature. Her storytelling is noted for being irresistibly engaging and comforting, with her novels often compared to a warm, soul-hugging experience. Recognised as one of the great rom-com YA writers, Menon never fails to deliver charm and emotion in her narratives.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781529325317

Publisher: Hodder & Stoughton

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 18 February 2020

Country: United Kingdom

Imprint: Hodder Paperback

Audience: Teenage

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 28.0mm

Width: 128.0mm

Height: 196.0mm

Weight: 280g

Pages: 384

About the Author

Sandhya Menon is the New York Times bestselling author of When Dimple Met Rishi, Of Curses and Kisses, and many other novels that also feature lots of kissing, girl power, and swoony boys. Her books have been included in several cool places, including the Today show, Teen Vogue, NPR, BuzzFeed, and Seventeen. A full-time dog servant and part-time writer, she makes her home in the foggy mountains of Colorado. Visit her online at SandhyaMenon.com.

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