Caroline Peckham is the bestselling author known for her captivating series. Her work explores dark and enchanting themes, drawing readers into worlds filled with compelling characters and intricate plots. She crafts stories that resonate with a dedicated readership who appreciate her unique storytelling approach.
The King will fall. While I continue my hunt for the Fae who killed my brother, I have to try to keep my heart away from the vicious boys who could be responsible for his death. But as my investigation leads me down a dangerous road and answers seem closer than ever before, I'm whisked away to the elite school, Zodiac Academy, with the four Kings and my heart becomes more vulnerable than ever.
The narrative revolves around a protagonist grappling with the possibility that one of their ruthless companions might be the killer they seek. Each character embodies darkness and danger, showcasing a capacity for violence that complicates the investigation. The tension escalates as the protagonist navigates a web of betrayal and deceit, questioning loyalties and the true nature of those around them.
Once upon a time I met four monsters and thought the world would come to an end at their hands. But I was a fool.Because I didn’t understand the bigger picture.That the enemies I thought I knew would become the reason for my entire existence. My strength. My pain. My life. My love.The big bad wolf has teeth and claws as sharp as iron, and the danger before my eyes is blinding. So blinding that I didn’t see the true danger lurking in the dark. But now my eyes are wide open and I see it all.Alone and afraid and running out of time, I’m not afraid of monsters anymore. I’m counting on them to come for me. Because if they don’t, this foolish girl might be lost forever in the dark.
Fate has torn us apart and sometimes I believe the stars have given up on us altogether. Without my sister, the world seems darker than ever before and the shadows loom thicker, rising up to answer the call of the Shadow Princess and changing the face of Solaria for good. Now Lionel Acrux has the strength to make a move for the throne, I'm not sure how much time we have left to stop him. Our only hope is to find the Imperial Star before he does. We made the sacrifice the stars called for and we're paying the price for that decision so it can't be for nothing. But with the stars turning against us at every move, and the last light in the world seeming to fade, I'm afraid we're almost out of time. Hope is a dangerous thing. It's the key to us fighting on. But it could be what destroys us in the end. One thing is for certain, I won't stop until I have been reunited with my other half and together we will fight to take our crowns. A war is coming. The throne is calling for a new monarch. And someone must answer its call.
The stars have cursed us. After the devastating events at Zodiac Academy, we have to deal with this darker world we're faced with. Lionel seeks to hurt us, the Nymphs seek to hurt the entire Fae race, and between all of it, we just have to try and survive each day as it comes. I'm afraid of everything falling apart, but it looks like it already has.
"The week of The Reckoning has begun. And senior students have been tasked with making the freshmen's lives pure hell as we prepare to take the assessment that will decide whether we stay at Zodiac Academy or lose our places here forever. With the lunar eclipse on the horizon, my sister and I have more to worry about than just passing of our exams. A dark plot is unfolding and the shadows are drawing closer. It looks like our enemies could be closer than we ever realised"--Provided by publisher
Exploring the inevitability of endings, this narrative delves into the complexities of relationships and the acceptance of fate. It challenges the notion of a traditional happy ending, suggesting that some stories are crafted to reflect life's unpredictable nature. Through poignant reflections and emotional depth, the characters navigate their journeys, ultimately confronting the truth that not all tales conclude with joy.
The shadows are in my blood. I can feel them crawling through me, slithering under my skin and taking me hostage. But the darkness within me, isn't nearly as bad as the darkness that lives around me. The four heirs will stop at nothing to destroy the lives of me and my sister. But they haven't figured out yet, we're the strongest creatures they've ever known...
