A Curse So Dark and Lonely (Cursebreakers, #1)

by Brigid Kemmerer

“My lady. Harper. Princess,” he says pointedly. “How is it you are not understanding?” “Understanding what?” Rhen puts his hands on my arms, and even through my sweater, I feel his strength. Goose bumps spring up along my skin. He leans in a bit. “Whether the curse breaks or not, you are willing to help my people. I am the Crown Prince of Emberfall. If there is something within my power to give you, all you must do is ask.”

Harper is so used to people disappointing her, and I loved this moment where Rhen shocks her by saying he'll give her anything she asks for.