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Cursekeeper (Deluxe Edition): A Novel (Library of Fallen Souls)
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From the bestselling author of To Kill a Kingdom comes a sweeping romantasy in which a human guardian for a library of curses and a Fallen Fae form an uneasy alliance to unravel a dark conspiracy that threatens war.From the bestselling author of To Kill a KingdomTo Kill a Kingdom comes a sweeping romantasy in which a human guardian for a library of curses and a Fallen Fae form an uneasy alliance to unravel a dark conspiracy that threatens war.
Torn from her home and forced to train at the brutal Forge as a child, Thalia Marrow has only ever known the life of a Scion—one sworn to guard the Library of Curses. But on the night she crosses paths with an enigmatic Fae, the Library is ransacked and her brother is taken by demons, leaving Thalia as one of the last Scions still alive.
Desperate to find her only family, Thalia follows the bloody trail to the mysterious Soren—a ruthless warrior who was cursed and banished from the Fae world. Everything about him is dangerous. Everything about him calls to her.
Bound by necessity, the warrior librarian and the Fallen Fae must now work together to uncover what happened at the Library and unmask the shadowy new demon leader unleashing curses across the realm. But in the decadent, treacherous city of Delfs, not all is as it seems. As the threat of war rises and Thalia’s feelings for Soren grow, so too does the truth of his bloody past—and the curse that could destroy them both.
Torn from her home and forced to train at the brutal Forge as a child, Thalia Marrow has only ever known the life of a Scion—one sworn to guard the Library of Curses. But on the night she crosses paths with an enigmatic Fae, the Library is ransacked and her brother is taken by demons, leaving Thalia as one of the last Scions still alive.
Desperate to find her only family, Thalia follows the bloody trail to the mysterious Soren—a ruthless warrior who was cursed and banished from the Fae world. Everything about him is dangerous. Everything about him calls to her.
Bound by necessity, the warrior librarian and the Fallen Fae must now work together to uncover what happened at the Library and unmask the shadowy new demon leader unleashing curses across the realm. But in the decadent, treacherous city of Delfs, not all is as it seems. As the threat of war rises and Thalia’s feelings for Soren grow, so too does the truth of his bloody past—and the curse that could destroy them both.
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4.5
“I WOULD DIE FOR SOREN
oh my goodness. This was a fun ride. It has a lot of the same Fae traditions that we see in the bigger series (aka SJM Fae) but I did enjoy the premise of the Curse library.
The tension between Thalia and Soren was DELICIOUS and the ending had me ignoring my responsibilities to finish.
I am really excited to see where this is going. If you enjoyed ACOTAR I definitely would recommend you dive into this world.”
“Thank you to the publisher and NetGalley for providing me with an advance copy in exchange for an honest review.
Cursekeeper pulled me in from the very beginning with its unique premise of a library tasked with protecting the world’s most dangerous curses. Alexandra Christo has crafted a world full of loyalty, betrayal, impossible choices, and high emotional stakes that kept me turning the pages.
Thalia was such a compelling protagonist. Fiercely loyal and determined, she would do anything to protect the people and places she loves. I also loved the morally gray cast of characters. No one was entirely simple, and the complicated relationships, shifting loyalties, and betrayals made the story impossible to put down.
The world-building was a standout for me. The contrast between the mortal and fae realms felt immersive, and the lore surrounding the curses was fascinating. I found myself wanting to learn more about the history of this world long after I finished reading.
The ending left me with plenty of theories and questions, in the best way possible. I have a strong suspicion that there is still much more to uncover about Thalia’s mother, and I can’t wait to see if future books prove me right.
For readers wondering about the romance, I’d rate the spice level around a 2/5. While there is romantic tension, this story focuses more on fantasy, family dynamics, political intrigue, and the sacrifices people make for those they love.
Overall, Cursekeeper was an engaging romantasy filled with dangerous magic, found family, morally gray characters, betrayals that hurt, and impossible choices. If those are your favorite tropes, this is definitely one to add to your TBR.”
“**This ARC was provided by Atria Books via Netgalley in exchange for an honest review**
This is a good romantasy book with a world that feels really big and magical. The FMC is warrior assigned to protect a magical library that holds curses. The MMC is a Fallen Fae who just so happens to need her help retrieving his curse from that library. The two are meant to be enemies, but as a more dangerous enemy attacks the library and puts them both in danger, they join forces.
The results are a book that has a bit of a slow burn, an unraveling mystery that slowly reveals a fascinating magical world.
I came to really enjoy the alternate world this book takes place in. The relationship tries to be an enemy-to-lovers, but the alliance happens quite early that there didn't feel like he was ever that much of an enemy. The romance is still sweet and full of yearning and teasing.
If you enjoy books about Fae and their world mixing with humans, I think this is a great book to try.”
“Cursekeeper is emotionally brutal in the best way possible, and if you’re even thinking about picking it up, just know you need to prepare yourself. This book will hurt you, and you will thank it for it.
I don’t even know where to start because there is so much to love, but the premise alone had me hooked. Thalia, a mortal, is tasked with guarding a library full of curses, which is just as fascinating as it sounds. These aren’t just objects sitting on shelves, they’re dangerous, and tied to a world much bigger than she is. Then she meets Soren, a Fallen Fae cursed to the mortal realm, and because of a series of events I refuse to spoil, the two are forced into an uneasy alliance. What starts as reluctant cooperation slowly turns into something much deeper, layered with tension, distrust, and moments of connection that felt completely earned.
The characters are where this book truly shines. Alexandra Christo has created characters that feel real and complex. Thalia is strong but not unbreakable, determined but still vulnerable in ways that make her incredibly relatable. Soren is exactly the kind of morally gray character I love, guarded, sharp, and carrying more weight than he lets on. Watching their dynamic evolve was one of my favorite parts of the book. Their banter is quick and clever, but it’s also balanced with quieter moments that give you insight into who they really are.
And the side characters? Just as well done. No one feels like background noise. Each character has their own motivations, their own voice, and their own role to play in the story. It makes the world feel full and alive, like everything matters.
Speaking of the world, the world-building is fantastic. It’s introduced gradually, woven into the story instead of dumped all at once, so you’re constantly learning without ever feeling overwhelmed. The magic system, the curses, the different layers of this world, it all unfolds naturally and keeps you engaged the entire time.
And that ending…
I am not okay. I genuinely wish I had waited to read this because now I need the next book immediately. The emotional damage is real, and I am absolutely not prepared to sit here patiently.
This book is immersive, character-driven, and full of quiet devastation. I loved every second of it.”
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