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This was such an interesting short story. It was definitely interesting to see things through Cardan‘s point of view. It really expanded on what his life was like in the palace. I really enjoyed reading this book. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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“So long as you‘re begging,” he says.
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4/5 stars #thecruelprince #thewickedking #thequeenofnothing #hollyblack #readingchallenge #goodreads

Nice quick book only about 150 pages :) loved this return to elfhame and the background of carden , really changes the perspective of his character in book one . 5 stars love anything and everything with these characters and universe 🥰

I absolutely LOVE Cardan and Jude! This was a wonderful story and a beautiful book! I give it 5/5🍪

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"A prince of Faerie, nourished on cat milk and contempt, born into a family overburdened with heirs, with a nasty little prophecy hanging over his head --- since the hour of his birth, he has been alternately adored and despised".

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This is the exact book that I was hoping for! Thank you so much!

I loved this beautifully written and illustrated backstory to Cardan‘s history. It contains the missing pieces from the rest of the series plus more Cardan and Jude cuteness. Like the rest of the series it has Holly Black‘s wit and creativity.

This is a short story companion to the Cruel Prince trilogy. It‘s a sweet story…very young, fairy tale-like in essence. We learn a bit more about what makes Cardan who he is and Jude makes an appearance also. It really feels like a middle grade or even younger story with the help of illustrations that reminded me of the famous Garth Williams. It‘s cute.

I could NOT stop reading this gorgeous book. Read it in one day. Perfect companion for one of my favourite trilogies, and the illustrations are beautiful 💕

Starting this beautiful book 💕

Great illustrated addition to The Folk of the Air series focusing on High King Cardan. Bonus: It will look pretty on my bookshelf ❤️

Loved this book more than I thought I did. I actually didn‘t think it was necessary to read this. But oh my goodness I loved it. This book, if possible, made me love Carden even more!

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“This?” he demands, looking down at the waves far beneath them. “This is how you traveled? What if the enchantment ended while Vivi wasn‘t with you?”
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I do love a book with a map. But I didn‘t enjoy the book . . . probably because I didn‘t know it came from her Folk of the Air series. Maybe had I read that series, I would have enjoyed this book more. But this book doesn‘t encourage me to read the series.

I will say the illustrations by Rovina Cai are gorgeous.

Book 5 for #awesomeApril
Also my April #bookspin book. First month of 2021 that I‘ve actually finished my #bookspin pick 🎉

Finished this in about an hour. I loved what I got and the illustrations were fantastic. I still wish we got more but I just love these characters and would have read the entire trilogy again in Cardan‘s POV.
My #bookspinbingo already is better than last month!

Oh how I want to read this but also dread it ending because then that‘s it! 🥺🤣 I will miss these characters so much!
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I‘m trying to reacquaint myself with my TBR while on a book buying ban for the month!

🎧📚 illustrated beautifully. Good narration. Well written. Interesting addition which adds depth to this series, Cardan & Jude. Novella worth reading or listening to as you look through the pictures. It‘s a really pretty book. Library read/listen. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

5/5 for this awesome illustrated book! This book was wonderful! The illustrations were so beautiful. I loved seeing things from Cardan‘s view. I love these books. I recommend this for those that also love this series.

Love this series, and this is a nice short story that adds some more seasoning to the story. The absolute best part of this book are the illustrations. They add so much to the overall series, I really enjoyed them.

I held off on getting the tagged book when it first came out this past fall and opted to wait until it went down in price a little bit, which it finally did! It's a fun book, and BEAUTIFULLY illustrated. It explores more of Cardan's past and even leads up to the last two stories which are about him and Jude! 😍💕📚 I loved it so much, and really want to reread the whole series again! 😁

January wrap-up: I finished 5 books but only 2 of them were on my #bookspin list and I didn‘t even get to my spin! Only one of them, Anne of the Island, was previously owned; Girl in Hyacinth Blue was actually BOTH a library book and a reread (I would never have reread it, but it was a book club pick and I knew it would be a good discussion), so my #PennyPerPage comes out to $7.87.

I finally received my signed copy of the Cardan novella! I‘m so excited to read it! But I‘m starting exams tomorrow so I‘ll have to wait until next weekend before I can start it 😞

I loved this one as much as the others and the illustrations were gorgeous! My only complaint is that I wish it had been longer! ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This compilation of tales was fascinating and whimsical and done with as much imagery and artistry as we have come to expect from a Holly Black novel.The writing was alluring and robust without being flowery or verbose. The characters were gorgeously poignant and brilliantly emotive (as usual)! The world building was ethereal, folktale(esque), charming and idyllic. If you liked the Folk Of The Air series, you'll 100% love this short read!

4/5 ⭐

I really enjoyed this. It was about reading the story from Cardan perspective and learning why he was so mean. I thought it was interesting. I enjoyed visiting Elfhame again and the drawings are outstanding.

I loved this, of course! Getting to see some of Cardan‘s youth as well as his perspective on some of the events of the trilogy was a lot of fun. I loved the ending! Holly Black sure can write—and the illustrator sure can illustrate.

OK, I think the #fairytalereadingchallenge is stalking me.

Yeah, I‘d say Cardan knows Jude pretty well! 😄

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Holly Black has such a great way with creating fairytales I just want to sink into and get lost in for awhile. I really enjoyed these glimpses into Carden‘s head.

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It finally arrived and it's stunning😍. Excited to read it.

That‘s a wrap on 2020... unless I get one more in tomorrow 🤪 I thoroughly enjoyed this return to Elfhame, especially the wonderful art. I might have to schedule a Cruel Prince reread for the next year.

I‘m currently in the middle of at least 5 books - but this it it! This will be number 75 for the year. #2020readingchallenge

This book, guys. I loved it! The way I incisiones Cardan is exactly how he was illustrated. The art is gorgeous. This story was a quick and easy read and I loved seeing things from Cardan‘s perspective. I feel extremely sympathetic toward his character after learning more about his background. I couldn‘t recommend this enough! #KingofElfhame #HollyBlack #FolkoftheAir #TheCruelPrince #TheWickedKing #TheQueenofNothibg

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Absolutely loving these stories and worth buying this book as the illustrations are to die for. #dogsoflitsy Calli is fast asleep as I read about Cardan‘s past. #readyourway #dashingdecember #24b4monday #wintersolstice #wintergames2020 #readnosedreindeer @StayCurious @Andrew65 @TheSpineView

Fun and easy read, nice addition to the trilogy

Look at Cardan trying to out charm Charming! He's so oddly pleasant here, I don't know what to make of it! These stories were genuinely so fun to read, and Cardan is my favorite character in this world, so I'm absolutely here for any stories surrounding him. Add in the stunning art of Rovina Cai that brought each story to life, and you have just a delightfully fun read.

I really love Cardan's pov

So excited to read this!! Cardan 🥰 Ordered it recently and it finally came in. I love all the B&N editions and finally have them all 😍 #barnesandnoble

This was a great short story collection.

Love these Owlcrate editions! Next up!

So very beautiful! A wonderful fairytale-like story that gives great insight into Cardan‘s character. Enjoyable from start to finish. Also, the illustrations were astounding ♥️

Rating: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

This follows Cardan through his life and past The Queen of Nothing. I really liked the lessons Cardan learned and the stories he learned. Also, seeing the progression of his character was fun.

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If anyone is still looking to buy this book it‘s on sale on Amazon for $9.99. #HollyBlack #TheCruelPrince

Went home for lunch and found two new books waiting for me - the new Holly Black and the new Sarina Bowen.

Bonus shot of Peri's nose as she tries to figure out what I'm doing. 😆

“The next time you want to make a point, [...] I beg you not to make it so dramatically.”
“So long as you‘re begging.”

This was so good, but feels a little like a chocolate chip when I want the whole cookie! I love Cardan and Jude and could happily read about their escapades in the fairy realm or mortal realm. Guess I just need to go back and start over with The Cruel Prince!