Wicked Lovely
By Melissa Marr
(HarperCollins, Hardcover, 9780061214653, 336pp.)
Publication Date: June 2007
Other Editions of This Title: Google eBook, Paperback, Library Binding, Paperback
Categories: Science Fiction, Fantasy, & Magic
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Rule #3: Don't stare at invisible faeries.
Aislinn has always seen faeries. Powerful and dangerous, they walk hidden in mortal world. Aislinn fears their cruelty—especially if they learn of her Sight—and wishes she were as blind to their presence as other teens.
Rule #2: Don't speak to invisible faeries.
Now faeries are stalking her. One of them, Keenan, who is equal parts terrifying and alluring, is trying to talk to her, asking questions Aislinn is afraid to answer.
Rule #1: Don't ever attract their attention.
But it's too late. Keenan is the Summer King who has sought his queen for nine centuries. Without her, summer itself will perish. He is determined that Aislinn will become the Summer Queen at any cost—regardless of her plans or desires.
Suddenly none of the rules that have kept Aislinn safe are working anymore, and everything is on the line: her freedom; her best friend, Seth; her life; everything.
Faerie intrigue, mortal love, and the clash of ancient rules and modern expectations swirl together in Melissa Marr's stunning 21st century faery tale.
Melissa Marr is the New York Times bestselling author of the Wicked Lovely series of young adult novels: Wicked Lovely, Ink Exchange, Fragile Eternity, Radiant Shadows, and Darkest Mercy. She currently lives in the Washington, D.C., area with her family. Graveminder is her first adult novel.
“A modern-day fairy tale, wherein the girl saves herself. Many fantasy readers will find themselves happily at home here.
-Library Journal
“A fully imagined faery world which even non-fantasy (or faerie) lovers will want to delve into.”
-Publishers Weekly (starred review)
“Melissa Marr adds elegantly to the sub-genre of Urban Faery with this enticing, well-researched fantasy for teens.”
-Annette Curtis Klause
“Riveting and dark. I love this tale!”
-Tamora Pierce
“A debut that reads like the work of a seasoned pro.”
-Charles deLint
“The unusual combination of past legends and modern-day life gives a unique twist to this “fairy” tale.”
-School Library Journal
“Enjoyably sultry.”
-Kirkus Reviews
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