Step into the shadowed world of Autumn of the Grimoire, where magic isn't just a tool—it's a weapon. In a kingdom teetering between aristocratic elegance and commoner rebellion, Sister Autumn has spent three hundred years following the commands of an ancient book, inciting wars and plagues at its bidding. But when the Grimoire demands her marriage to a pompous prince, she finds herself trapped in a web of political intrigue that might just be her undoing—or her salvation.
Agatha arrives in the Kingdom of Merveille as a peasant accepted by vicious aristocrats, but appearances can be deceiving. Her new husband isn't just pompous—he's hiding dark secrets that could unravel the very fabric of their marriage. Within the gilded halls of the palace, Agatha discovers that everyone plays a dangerous game, and the lines between friend and foe blur faster than autumn leaves falling. When she joins forces with the city's Blacklisted—those deemed enemies of the crown—she begins to question whether her loyalty to the Grimoire is worth the cost of her soul.
This enemies-to-lovers romantasy explores what happens when duty meets desire. As Agatha navigates the treacherous waters of court politics, she must decide: will she continue to slay kings at the Grimoire's command, or forge her own path with those who see her as more than just a weapon? The answer lies buried in an age-old prophecy that speaks of four sisters, each with the power to shape history—or destroy it.
Perfect for fans of Penny Dreadful's atmospheric tension, The Foxglove King's magical intrigue, and Practical Magic's blend of romance and the occult, this Victorian gothic novel delivers lush scenery, complex characters, and enough twists to keep you turning pages long past midnight. When autumn falls and the shadows lengthen, there's no better companion than a story that asks: what would you sacrifice for power? And what would you risk to find love in a world built on secrets?
