About This Book
A Curse for True Love is the highly anticipated conclusion to Stephanie Garber's 'Once Upon A Broken Heart' trilogy, perfect for young adult readers aged 12-18. The story follows Evangeline Fox, who believes she has achieved her fairytale ending, only to discover it comes with a devastating cost. Her husband hides a dark secret and is determined to eliminate Jacks, the Prince of Hearts. This book delves into themes of love, betrayal, destiny, and the fight for justice, featuring intense magical battles and complex romantic entanglements. Parents should be aware of moderate fantasy violence and peril, suitable for the YA audience.
Two villains, one girl, and a deadly battle for happily ever after. Evangeline Fox ventured to the Magnificent North in search of her happy ending, and it seems as if she has it. She’s married to a handsome prince and lives in a legendary castle. But Evangeline has no idea of the devastating price she’s paid for this fairytale. She doesn’t know what she has lost, and her husband is determined to make sure she never finds out . . . but first he must kill Jacks, the Prince of Hearts. Blood will be shed, hearts will be stolen, and true love will be put to the test in A Curse for True Love, the breathlessly anticipated conclusion to the Once Upon A Broken Heart trilogy.
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Discussion Prompts
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What does 'true love' mean in the context of this story, and how is it tested?
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How do the characters' choices impact their 'happily ever afters'?
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Discuss the concept of sacrifice in the book. What do characters give up, and for what reasons?
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How does Evangeline's understanding of herself and her desires evolve throughout the story?
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What role does destiny play versus free will in the characters' journeys?
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