Rovina Cai

Long before he became the cruel prince or the high king of Elfhame, Cardan was a faerie child with a wickedly sharp tongue and a heart seemingly carved from stone. This captivating journey dives into the enigmatic past of the High Court's most unpredictable ruler, revealing the pivotal moments that shaped him. Told entirely from Cardan's own perspective, the narrative pieces together the fragments of his dramatic life, from his harsh early years to adventures that stretch beyond his reign. As he visits the mortal world and faces formidable adversaries like the troll woman Aslog, Cardan's carefully constructed armor begins to crack. You will discover the hidden vulnerabilities and unexpected humor behind his arrogant facade. The story bridges familiar events from the treacherous politics of Elfhame with thrilling new encounters, pulling you back into a dangerous world of dark romance and deadly faerie bargains.