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A Curse So Dark and Lonely

Brigid Kemmerer · 2019

A Curse So Dark and Lonely · Book 1

FaeIndex Verdict

This book is perfect for readers who crave a slow-burn romance wrapped in a rich tapestry of fairy tale intrigue and prophecy. It stands out with its dual POV and morally grey love interest, offering a fresh twist on the classic Beauty and the Beast narrative while delving into political intrigue and forbidden love.

Spice Level

🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 closed door — YA Beauty and the Beast retelling

Tropes

Fairy Tale Retelling Slow Burn Forbidden Romance Forced Proximity Chosen One Political Intrigue Morally Grey Love Interest Enemies to Lovers Cliffhanger Ending Prophecy Power Imbalance Dual POV Secret Identity / Hidden Power

Content Warnings

Forced Marriage Emotional Abuse Graphic Violence

Series Status

complete

Protagonist

mortal

Audiobook

Available

Last reviewed: 2026-06-20

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