“I don't know if I can fix your broken heart, but you can take mine because it's already yours.”
Stephanie Garber returns with Once Upon a Broken Heart, a spin-off series from her beloved Caraval books.
you don’t have to read Caraval series to dive into this enchanting world,
but fans of the original series will enjoy some cameo appearances from familiar characters, adding extra layers to an already rich fantasy universe.
My honest one word review of the book is attached.
I was attached to the book until the end because of it's fast pacing .
At the heart of the story is Evangeline Fox, a woman who embodies a blend of naivety and resilience.
She is a classic example of a strong female protagonist in young adult fantasy, seeking her true love and a happily ever after.
When she discovers the man she loves is about to marry another,
she makes a dangerous deal with the brooding and enigmatic Prince of Hearts, Jacks, an unpredictable and morally grey character.
This decision sets her life on fire .
“Hope is a difficult thing to kill, just a spark of it can start a fire.”
Garber transports readers to the Magnificent North, a place where magic and mystery intertwine.
It’s a fairy tale land that feels both whimsical and dangerous, where stories hold immense power, and magic has unpredictable consequences
Garber’s ability to create a vivid, almost cinematic setting makes you feel like you’re walking through the same enchanted forests and cursed castles as the characters.
The bond between Evangeline and Jacks was not an immediate love-at-first-sight tale,
it’s a slow-burn enemies-to-lovers dynamic that feels agonizingly beautiful. The tension between them builds throughout the book, leaving readers eagerly anticipating how their relationship will develop in future coming books. However, Jacks remains a mystery, and much of the story’s intrigue revolves around his ulterior motives.
Despite its fast pacing, the book leaves many questions in my head, particularly around Jacks and his true intentions.
This sense of mystery adds depth in the story.
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Conclusion
Overall, Once Upon a Broken Heart is a captivating blend of fantasy, romance, and mystery.
Fans of fairy tale and magical worlds will find themselves swept away by Garber’s prose.
it stands on its own as a compelling story filled with heartache, hope, and endless possibilities.
If you’re a fan of morally grey characters and magical intrigue, this is a must-read.
check the second book in this series review:
The ballad of never after
