Carnival of Souls
In a city of daimons, the Carnival of Souls hosts a deadly competition. Once in a generation, every citizen can fight to join the ruling elite. Without the competition, Aya and Kaleb would both face bleak futures — if for different reasons. For each of them, fighting to the death is the only way to try to live.
In our own world, Mallory knows that her father — and every other witch — fled the daimons’ city long ago. She trains to be lethal because it’s only a matter of time until the daimons catch up with them.
While Mallory possesses little knowledge of The City, every inhabitant of The City knows of her. There are plans there for Mallory, and soon she, too, will be drawn into the decadence that is the Carnival of Souls.
From Melissa Marr, bestselling author of the Wicked Lovely series, comes a brand-new tale of secrets, love, and the struggle to forge one’s own destiny.
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Melissa Marr
Melissa Marr is a master of weaving the dark and beautiful together, creating stories that pulse with magic, mystery, and a sense of foreboding. Known for her immersive world-building and compelling characters, Marr's books often explore the blurred lines between the supernatural and the human world. Her works delve into themes of desire, power, and the consequences of choices—capturing the essence of human complexity, no matter how fantastical the setting.
Born in the U.S. and a lifelong lover of mythology and folklore, Marr’s storytelling has been shaped by her fascination with the unknown and the fantastical. Her debut series, Wicked Lovely, introduced readers to a richly crafted world of fairies, where the boundaries between light and dark magic are never as clear-cut as they seem. The series’ popularity skyrocketed, earning her a devoted following and securing her place as a significant voice in YA fantasy. Marr’s talent lies in her ability to take well-worn tropes and twist them into something fresh, combining romance, danger, and mystery in ways that keep readers on the edge of their seats.

