The Damned

"The Damned" is the second book in Renée Ahdieh's "The Beautiful" series, a young adult paranormal romance. It continues the story of Sébastien, now cursed, and Celine, who is grappling with forgotten memories and a hidden truth about her own identity. The narrative is set against the backdrop of an impending war between immortal factions, where a broken treaty threatens to escalate into full-blown conflict. The core of the story explores the intense, costly love between Sébastien and Celine, which paradoxically becomes a source of both strength and potential destruction. Parents should be aware of themes of supernatural peril, romantic tension, and the complexities of identity and sacrifice. It's suitable for teens aged 12-18 who enjoy intricate fantasy worlds and passionate, high-stakes romance.

Instant New York Times bestselling sequel to The Beautiful Following the events of The Beautiful, Sébastien Saint Germain is now cursed and forever changed. The treaty between the Fallen and the Brotherhood has been broken, and war between the immortals seems imminent. The price of loving Celine was costly. But Celine has also paid a high price for loving Bastien. Still recovering from injuries sustained during a night she can't quite remember, her dreams are troubled. And she doesn't know she has inadvertently set into motion a chain of events that could lead to her demise and unveil a truth about herself she's not ready to learn. Forces hiding in the shadows have been patiently waiting for this moment. And just as Bastien and Celine begin to uncover the danger around them, they learn their love could tear them apart. The Damned, Renée's latest installment in The Beautiful series is just as decadent, thrilling, and mysterious as her last, as she continues her most potent fantasy series yet.