The City of Stardust Georgia Summers

In "The City of Stardust" by Georgia Summers, Violet Everly embarks on a harrowing quest to unravel a centuries-old curse and rescue her missing mother, Marianne. The Everlys have long suffered under a curse, causing their brightest members to vanish mysteriously. Determined to break the curse, Marianne sets out, leaving Violet with a looming deadline: find her mother within ten years or share her fate.

Violet's journey leads her into a fantastical underworld, teeming with scheming scholars, capricious deities, and vengeful creatures. Amidst this perilous landscape, she encounters Penelope, an immortal tormentor, and Aleksander, her enigmatic assistant, whose loyalties remain uncertain.

As Violet delves deeper, she uncovers the secrets of the City of Stardust, the birthplace of the Everly curse. Yet, breaking the curse may exact a grave price, forcing Violet to confront the limits of her resolve and sacrifice.

"The City of Stardust" weaves a spellbinding narrative of curses, gods, and monsters, where familial bonds and courage shine amidst darkness. Summers' debut captivates readers with its blend of fantasy and mystery, promising an enthralling journey through a world brimming with magic and peril.

Critics praise "The City of Stardust" for its dark allure and captivating storytelling:

"A tale as mesmerizingly dark as midnight. Summers crafts a seductively vicious dream of darkness, blood, and winged horrors, enthralling readers until the final page." —Shelley Parker-Chan

"Summers' debut is a dark, breathtaking saga of curses and mythical beings, where familial love and loyalty shine amidst chaos." —Sangu Mandanna.