Book description
If you've ever dreamed of a world where every page crackles with intrigue, danger, and a touch of dark magic, Holly Black's The Folk of the Air trilogy is your ticket in. This boxed set brings together the three heart-pounding novels-The Cruel Prince, The Wicked King, and The Queen of Nothing-plus a charming full-color novella that adds a splash of whimsy to an otherwise razor-sharp tale.
From the very first chapter, Black's voice feels like velvet and steel rolled into one. Jude Duarte is a survivor who has turned her grief into grit; she wants nothing more than to belong in Faerie, even though it treats humans with contempt and Prince Cardan-her arch-nemesis-threatens to swallow her whole. The tension between them is electric, and Black never lets the reader off the hook for too long. Every conversation feels like a chess move; every betrayal, a new check.
What makes this collection shine isn't just the plot twists or the vivid setting, but the depth of its characters. Cardan, despite his cruelty, has an almost tragic allure that keeps you rooting for him even as he hurts you. Jude's evolution from naive outsider to cunning political player is both heartbreaking and empowering. The side characters-ranging from the scheming Lady Aelin to the loyal friend Lani-add layers of humor and loyalty that ground the high-fantasy stakes in relatable human emotion.
Black's prose is deceptively simple, yet it packs a punch. She paints the High Court with all its glittering decadence and cold corridors of power, making every scene feel alive. The novella How the King of Elfhame Learned to Hate Stories offers a lighter, illustrated interlude that showcases her talent for blending narrative with visual art-an extra treat for fans who crave more than just text.
In short, this boxed set is a masterclass in world-building and character development. It delivers on its promise of blood, betrayal, and breathtaking beauty while reminding us that power often comes at a personal cost. Whether you're a long-time fan or a newcomer to Black's universe, you'll find yourself pulled deeper into Faerie with every page-and maybe even tempted to write your own story in the shadows of its courts.
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Playing a wide variety of audio formats
Works on all devices with iOS 13 and newer
Huge amount of features for a small price
Frequent updates to add new features and improve existing ones
Advanced playback controls
Live sound processing
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice and noise reduction
Translated into more than 20 languages
If you love listening to fiction audiobooks, ListenBook has features to make the process easier.
Edit book data: title, author, cover
Use equalizer to make the sound comfortable for you
Adjust the playback speed
Enjoy dark and light app themes
Supported formats: MP3, M4B, AWB, FLAC, OGG audio files and many more (must be DRM free)
Auto-Bookmarks make it easy to find your place
AirPlay support allows redirection of audio output.
VoiceOver support
Dark mode for night owls
Convenient bookmarking system helps you mark the most important places.
Unlimited bookmarks for each audiobook
Put your own cover on the wager
Share your audiobook with friends
Lock-screen control
Customise app with extensive options
Sleep timer with shake to reset, set custom notification sounds, and a few unique options
Auto rewind depending on paused time, customize rewind times to your liking
Removing background noise from recordings made in classrooms and meetings
Changing the timbre of the reader's voice for a better listening experience