In the second installment of the Emily Wilde series, brilliant faerie folklore scholar Emily faces a new challenge when mysterious faeries appear at her university. Having authored the world's first comprehensive encyclopedia of faeries, Emily is no stranger to the secrets of the Hidden Ones. Her former rival, Wendell Bambleby, an exiled faerie king, seeks refuge from his murderous mother and proposes marriage to Emily.

Despite her feelings for Bambleby, Emily is wary of the dangers and secrets that come with loving one of the Fair Folk. As she focuses on a new project—a map of the realms of faerie—Bambleby's troubles follow, leading them to the Austrian Alps. There, Emily hopes to find a door to Bambleby's realm and free him from his family's dark plans.

The tale weaves through Emily's prickly relationships and the dangers of the faerie realm. The scenic Austrian Alps provide the backdrop for an adventure filled with unraveling mysteries, navigating new relationships, and confronting the enigmatic workings of faerie doors. Emily's journey encompasses not only external threats but also the complexities of her own heart, creating an enchanting narrative that blends folklore, romance, and the magical allure of faerie realms.❤️📚❤️