by Kevin Hearne
First published 2019
Princess Deirdre has a secret - a thick, luscious beard that makes her the laughingstock of her kingdom. When her evil uncle stages a coup, Deirdre must hide her face and go on the run. With only a loyal court jester at her side, she must navigate a dangerous world of greedy nobility, meddling wizards, and vicious foes to win back her rightful place on the throne. But can Deirdre learn to embrace her unique appearance and find the courage to face her destiny?
Genres: adventure, fantasy, comedy, fairy-tale-retellings
Vibes: emotional, suspenseful, whimsical
Tropes: found-family, hidden-identity
385 pages · Kindle Edition · Del Rey Books