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by Stephanie Garber
Evangeline Fox, heartbroken, makes a desperate bargain with the legendary Fae Prince of Hearts, Jacks. What starts as a simple wish to stop a wedding quickly unravels into a complex web of ancient curses, dangerous prophecies, and a fate far grander and more perilous than she could have imagined. This series pulls you into a world shimmering with dark magic and whimsical danger. It feels like stepping into a gothic fairytale where every promise is a potential trap and every kiss could be a curse. The atmosphere is thick with secrets, the romance is deliciously forbidden, and you’ll find yourself constantly guessing at everyone’s true motives. It’s a journey that’s both enchanting and a little heartbreaking, full of high stakes and unexpected twists. If you’re looking for a story with a morally grey love interest, a protagonist navigating a treacherous magical society, and a romance that feels fated yet fraught with peril, this series is absolutely for you.
For those who couldn't get enough of Evangeline's journey through a world of dangerous bargains and forbidden romance in the Once Upon a Broken Heart series, we've curated a list of books that hit similar notes. If you loved the whimsical-yet-treacherous fairytale atmosphere and the compelling, morally grey dynamic between Evangeline and Jacks, you’ll find kindred spirits here. We looked for stories with intricate magic systems where every wish has a price, protagonists navigating worlds full of secrets and lies, and romances that feel both fated and fraught with peril. These recommendations capture that unique blend of enchantment, mystery, and a love that defies fate.
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As the predecessor to the Once Upon a Broken Heart series, this book introduces the whimsical, high-stakes world of the Caraval game and the enigmatic Fates. Fans will appreciate the same lush prose and the origin story of the Prince of Hearts, Jacks.
by Holly Black
If you enjoyed the complex, morally grey dynamic between Evangeline and Jacks, you will love the tense, power-hungry relationship between Jude and Cardan. It features a rich, dangerous faerie world where bargains and trickery are the primary currency.
by Adalyn Grace
This story follows a girl who can see spirits and her romantic entanglement with the personification of Death. It mirrors the 'star-crossed' and slightly macabre fairytale atmosphere found in Garber's work, complete with a compelling mystery.
by Rebecca Ross
This novel captures the lyrical writing style and deep emotional resonance of the Broken Heart series. It features a magical connection through letters and a romance that feels both epic and intimate amidst a backdrop of warring gods.
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Fans of the whimsical settings and magical aesthetics in Garber's books will be enchanted by the atmospheric world-building of this magical competition. The prose is highly descriptive and focuses on the wonder and tragedy of fate.
This book features a human protagonist venturing into the dangerous and fickle world of the Fair Folk. It shares the same 'fairytale gone wrong' vibe and a charming, forbidden romance between a mortal and an immortal.
by Naomi Novik
This story masterfully weaves together folklore and high-stakes bargains with cold, immortal beings. Much like the deals made with Jacks, the characters in this book must navigate the dangerous consequences of their wishes and promises.
If you were drawn to the darker, more ambitious side of the characters in the Broken Heart series, you will enjoy this 'Slytherin romance.' It features a protagonist who is willing to manipulate her way to the top, only to find herself falling for her target.
This book offers a blend of adventure, political tension, and a slow-burn romance that fans of Garber's pacing will appreciate. It features clever banter and a relationship built on secrets and hidden identities.
This series features a dark, magical mystery involving the Princes of Hell and a girl seeking revenge. It shares the same 'dangerous supernatural love interest' trope and a plot driven by curses and ancient secrets.
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