Overview
Gender-Bent Cinderella Retelling: Author Kristi McManus offers an enticing twist on a classic tale, as Cinder, who was orphaned after his father was murdered by the fae, pledges his life to fighting against the fae. That is, until he starts to fall for Kasia, the heir to the Fae Queen. Readers will appreciate subtle nods to the "Cinderella" fairytale in a book that takes those tropes and flips them on their heads.
Fae-Based Fantasy World: Fantasy centered around fae has been hugely popularized in recent years, and Even Stars Burn will be a delight for any YA readers looking for a new take on a fae-based world. Perfect for readers who enjoy The Stolen Heir by Holly Black, These Hollow Vows by Lexi Ryan, and Heart of the Raven Prince by Tessonja Odette.
Enemies-to-Lovers Romantasy: The main characters in Even Stars Burn are pitted against each other from the start, both sworn to hunt the other down, and the story sees as they must choose between love and survival, knowing only one of them can make it out alive. It is a swoonworthy and heartpounding addition to the romantasy genre.
Author Location: Kristi McManus is based out of Newcastle, Ontario.
