Jude was seven when her parents were murdered and she and her two sisters were stolen away to live in the treacherous High Court of Faerie. Ten years later, Judd wants nothing more than to belong there - but many of the fey despise humans. Especially Prince Cardam, the youngest and wickedest son of the High King.

To win, a place at the Court, Jude must defy him - and face the consequences.

From #1 New York Times bestselling author Holly Black comes the first book in a stunning trilogy filled with twists and enchantment, as one girl learns the meaning of true power.