A review by panagakos
Gilded Rose by Emma Hamm

5.0

A wonderful twist (many twists, really) on a Beauty and the Beast like story. The female lead is clever, assertive and filled with flaws and fears. I adore her. The King of the Dread drives you away and pulls you to him in equal measure. The story includes action, self discovery, a little magic and tender love.

This story has a sequel, the Emerald Rose. You do not need to read the sequel to complete the story, although you learn more of the world by reading it. Could there be other books in this series someday?