The Ballad of Never After
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Book Brief
416
Novel • Fiction
•
Fantasy•
RomanceThe Magnificent North • Fantasy Realm
2022
Flatiron Books
YA
13-18 years
Super Short Summary
The Ballad of Never After follows Evangeline Fox as she navigates a web of curses and ancient magic in an effort to save her husband, Prince Apollo, who awakens with new curses that endanger them both. Evangeline partners with the enigmatic Fate, Jacks, and together, they seek powerful stones to unlock the Valory Arch, encountering danger, betrayal, and evolving feelings along the way. The book contains discussions of manipulative or abusive relationships and violence.
Mysterious
Fantastical
Romantic
Emotional
Adventurous
Reviews & Readership
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Review Roundup
The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber enchants readers with its vivid prose and imaginative world-building. While many praise its emotional depth and plot twists, some criticize the pacing and character development. Overall, it is a captivating read for fans of Garber's previous works but may leave others wanting more balance.
Who Should Read The Ballad of Never After?
Readers who would enjoy The Ballad of Never After by Stephanie Garber are fans of young adult fantasy and romance. Similar to those who love the intricate world-building in Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses series and the enchanting characters in Leigh Bardugo's Shadow and Bone, these readers appreciate magical adventures with strong, emotional stakes.
573,517 ratings
Loved it
Mixed feelings
Not a fan
A Fate and Evangeline's main love interest with unclear motives, dealing with the consequences of a love curse that complicates his actions.
An antagonist who begins the story under an enchanted sleep and has been influenced by various external curses throughout the series.
Initially introduced as a charming vampire leader, he plays a larger role as his mysterious identity and personal motivations become central to the plot.
A Fate known as the Unwed Bride who casts curses and challenges human morals, adding complexity to the narrative with her actions.
Evangeline’s former boyfriend and a new vampire who serves as a point of reflection for her growth, with his fate left uncertain by the book's end.
416
Novel • Fiction
•
Fantasy•
RomanceThe Magnificent North • Fantasy Realm
2022
Flatiron Books
YA
13-18 years
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