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Malice - by  Heather Walter (Paperback) - 1 of 1

Malice - by Heather Walter (Paperback)

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  • A princess isn't supposed to fall for an evil sorceress.
  • Alex Awards 2022 1st Winner
  • About the Author: Heather Walter is a native Southerner who hates the heat.
  • 496 Pages
  • Fiction + Literature Genres, Fantasy
  • Series Name: Malice

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About the Book



In this retelling of Sleeping Beauty, Alyce, an evil sorceress, finds an ally in Princess Aurora and wonders if she can lift Aurora's curse so that together they can forge a new world.



Book Synopsis



A princess isn't supposed to fall for an evil sorceress. But in this "bewitching and fascinating" (Tamora Pierce) retelling of "Sleeping Beauty," true love is more than a simple fairy tale.

"Walter's spellbinding debut is for all the queer girls and women who've been told to keep their gifts hidden and for those yearning to defy gravity."--O: The Oprah Magazine

Once upon a time, there was a wicked fairy who, in an act of vengeance, cursed a line of princesses to die. A curse that could only be broken by true love's kiss.

You've heard this before, haven't you? The handsome prince. The happily ever after.

Utter nonsense.

Let me tell you, no one in Briar actually cares about what happens to its princesses. Not the way they care about their jewels and elaborate parties and charm-granting elixirs. I thought I didn't care, either.

Until I met her.

Princess Aurora. The last heir to Briar's throne. Kind. Gracious. The future queen her realm needs. One who isn't bothered that I am Alyce, the Dark Grace, abhorred and feared for the mysterious dark magic that runs in my veins. Humiliated and shamed by the same nobles who pay me to bottle hexes and then brand me a monster. Aurora says I should be proud of my gifts. That she . . . cares for me. Even though a power like mine was responsible for her curse.

But with less than a year until that curse will kill her, any future I might see with Aurora is swiftly disintegrating--and she can't stand to kiss yet another insipid prince. I want to help her. If my power began her curse, perhaps it's what can lift it. Perhaps together we could forge a new world.

Nonsense again. Because we all know how this story ends, don't we? Aurora is the beautiful princess. And I--

I am the villain.

Book One of the Malice Duology



Review Quotes




"The villain takes center stage in Walter's superlative debut, a refreshing spin on Sleeping Beauty. . . . Fairy tale lovers of all ages will be thrilled."--Publishers Weekly (starred review)

"A truly original and clever retelling of a classic that had me racing to the end--you'll never look at 'Sleeping Beauty' the same way again."--S. A. Chakraborty, author of the bestselling Daevabad trilogy

"Absolutely dazzling! Full of love, power, and betrayal, Malice is as compelling as a spell, as captivating as an enchantment, and as fascinating and delicious as a fairy-tale curse. I loved it!"--Sarah Beth Durst, award-winning author of the Queens of Renthia series

"Malice is the dark and wicked heart of a fairy tale carved into a book. This story is beautiful, vicious magic."--Tasha Suri, author of Empire of Sand

"A beautifully imaginative and feminist retelling of a fairy tale so often swept into the dark . . . Walter's debut was engrossing from page one, with a striking cast of characters, thrilling romance, and a world so vivid it will wrap thorns around your dreams."--Roshani Chokshi, author of The Gilded Wolves

"I spent a lot of late nights getting lost in this world of sorcery, intrigue, and--of course--true love. I'm sure I won't be the only one!"--Richelle Mead, internationally bestselling author of Vampire Academy

"Lively characters, a tempting sapphic romance, and a richly built world make this a book to savor."--Louisa Morgan, author of A Secret History of Witches



About the Author



Heather Walter is a native Southerner who hates the heat. A graduate of the University of Texas at Austin, she is a former English teacher and a current librarian. Perhaps it is because she's surrounded by stories that she began writing them. At any given moment, you can find her plotting. This is her first novel.
Dimensions (Overall): 8.2 Inches (H) x 5.4 Inches (W) x 1.2 Inches (D)
Weight: .85 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 496
Genre: Fiction + Literature Genres
Sub-Genre: Fantasy
Series Title: Malice
Publisher: Random House Worlds
Theme: Epic
Format: Paperback
Author: Heather Walter
Language: English
Street Date: February 1, 2022
TCIN: 85742292
UPC: 9781984818676
Item Number (DPCI): 247-09-0169
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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Q: What is the relationship between Alyce and Princess Aurora?

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  • A: Alyce and Princess Aurora develop a close bond while navigating challenges and curses.

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Q: What themes are explored in this book?

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  • A: Key themes include love, identity, and the struggle against societal expectations.

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Q: What awards has this book received?

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  • A: The book won the Alex Awards in 2022, highlighting its appeal to young adults.

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Q: Who is the main protagonist in this story?

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  • A: The main protagonist is Alyce, an evil sorceress known as the Dark Grace.

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Q: What type of story does this book retell?

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  • A: This book is a retelling of the classic fairy tale Sleeping Beauty.

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