
This 320-page graphic novel explores the complex journey of two young women, Aisling and Forgive-Me-Not. Aisling, believing herself a princess, learns she is a changeling, while the true princess, Forgive-Me-Not, raised in the treacherous Faerie realm, seeks vengeance for her stolen life. What begins as an adversarial quest for revenge evolves into a profound "enemies to lovers" romance, exploring themes of identity, belonging, and forgiveness. It's suitable for ages 12-18, offering a rich fantasy world and a compelling queer narrative. Parents should be aware of the "enemies to lovers" trope and the emotional intensity of identity crises and revenge.
A queer "enemies to lovers" journey of a lost princess and a changeling who was made to take the heir's place as part of a fey scheme. Aisling is many things to many people: princess, heir to the throne, teenage daughter of two loving parents... She’s also about to learn a lot more about herself: changeling. Fey creature. Hunted. Feared. Loved? Forgive-Me-Not is the name given to the true princess — the lost teenage biological daughter to the king and queen, who’s grown up in the chaotic and untrustworthy realm of Faerie. When Forgive-Me-Not breaks into Aisling’s room the night before their 18 th birthday looking for revenge, the two embark on a long and arduous journey. And what starts as a confrontational and adversarial pairing grows into a bond of mutual understanding, friendship, and maybe something more...