The Swan's Daughter

Roshani Chokshi's sweeping new fantasy standalone brims with cursed love. This is the lush story of the swan and the prince who share a forged desire to become something more - to themselves, and to each other.

Prince Arris knows that marriage means murder. After poorly wording a wish to a sea witch, all one needs to rule the Isle of Malys is the heart and hand in marriage of the kingdom's heir. Thus, Arris expects that the day of his marriage will be the one of his murdering. His only chance at a long life is finding true and lasting love.

When Arris's parents announce a tournament of brides to compete for the throne, a slew of eligible, lovely and (possibly murderous) bachelorettes make their way to Rathe Castle. But Arris cannot tell who is here out of love for him . . . or lust for power.

Until he meets Demelza. As a veritas swan, Demelza's song wrings out the truth. Forced into hiding, Demelza strikes a deal. Arris will provide her with safekeeping in exchange for her truth-telling song to sort through his potential brides.

While Arris is used to dodging death threats and Demelza is accustomed to fighting for her voice to be heard, to survive the tournament of brides requires a different kind of bravery. And perhaps the bravest thing one can do is not merely protect one's life but find the courage to chase a life worth living.

Tropes
Fairy tale ?
Ballroom dance 
Enchantments and spells 
Star Crossed romance 
Proximity

Review

Skillful writing and intricate world-building make this story a must-read. Within the dazzling setting lies a heartfelt tale of being different, of finding your true voice, and of the value of kindness ― Juliet Marillier, author of the Sevenwaters and Heartwood series

A book to carve your heart out ― Holly Black, New York Times bestselling author of The Cruel Prince

Lingers like a dream you'll never want to wake from ― Isabel Ibañez, #1 bestselling author of the Secrets of the Nile duology

Roshani never disappoints. The Swan's Daughter is a confection, layers of airy delight and layers of soul nourishing truth. Loving someone is never not dangerous. Loving someone is always a leap of faith. ― Megan Whalen Turner, New York Times bestselling author of the Queen's Thief series

Effortlessly charming, deeply romantic and laugh-out-loud hilarious, The Swan's Daughter is a dream of a book. Sparkling with magic, and imbued with an enchanting sense of nostalgia, it reminds me why I fell in love with fairytales in the first place. I adored every single page! ― Catherine Doyle, #1 Sunday Times bestselling author of The Dagger & the Flame

The Swan's Daughter is something truly special. Achingly romantic, genuinely funny, and gorgeously written. I absolutely love this book and it immediately earned a space on my all-time favourite shelf. Roshani Chokshi's gift with language and imaginative flair is on full force in The Swan's Daughter, making it an utter joy to read. The world she has created is brimming with magic and wonder, and I know readers are going to fall head over heels for this beautiful book... ― Katherine Webber, bestselling author of Twin Crowns

About the Author

Roshani Chokshi is the award-winning author of the New York Times bestselling series The Star-Touched Queen, The Gilded Wolves and Aru Shah and The End of Time, which Time Magazine named one of the 100 Best Fantasy Books of All Time. Chokshi's adult debut, The Last Tale of The Flower Bride, was a #1 Sunday Times bestseller. Her novels have been translated into more than two dozen languages and often draw upon world mythology and folklore. Chokshi is a member of the National Leadership Board for the Michael C. Carlos Museum and lives in Georgia with her family.