Part of The Paper Magician
First published 2014
Three months have passed since Ceony Twill restored her mentor Emery Thane's heart. She continues her apprenticeship as a Folder, mastering the art of paper magic. Despite their shared ordeal and deepening bond, Ceony cannot bridge the gap between student and teacher with Emery, even though a fortuity box promised her romance. A vengeful magician enters their world, convinced that Ceony possesses secret knowledge. He launches attacks against her, putting everyone she cares about in danger. The magical community itself faces threats as this adversary pursues his obsession. Ceony must discover what her powers can truly accomplish while protecting the knowledge that others seek to exploit. The attacks escalate, forcing Ceony to confront both external enemies and her own limitations. She struggles to keep dangerous information from falling into the wrong hands while those closest to her become targets. Her journey pushes her to explore the boundaries of her magical abilities and face the consequences of the secrets she carries.
Genres: romance, adventure, fantasy, young-adult
Vibes: emotional, fast-paced, magical, romantic, suspenseful
Tropes: enemies-to-lovers, found-family, mentor-romance, protective-love
215 pages · Paperback · 47North
Content warnings: violence